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FIRST LADY OLUREMI TINUBU INAUGURATES YOUNG FARMERS CLUB, NIGERIA …emphasises that agriculture remains the backbone of the nation
The first 240 members of the Young Farmers Club, Nigeria have been inaugurated in Abuja.

The Induction and Launch of the Club, which is a collaboration between the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security and the Renewed Hope initiative, RHI aims to catch the youth early so as inculcate in them the love of Agriculture and farming.

“The aim of the Young Farmers Club, Nigeria is to
“catch them young” by making farming more
appealing to our pupils and students. We are not just teaching them how to farm; we are also nurturing a generation that will transform our agricultural landscape, imbibe modern farming techniques, and ensure that Nigeria remains self-sufficient in food production, in line with the food security drive of the administration of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR”.

She noted that with the club spread across various schools in Nigeria, it will create the understanding that farming is not just an occupation but a way of life which can create employment opportunities for the teeming youth population and help diversify the economy•

“The Renewed Hope Initiative, RHI is launching the Young Farmers Club, Nigeria with some pilot schools in the Federal Capital Territory to kickstart the club nationwide. We have chosen twelve (12) schools today, comprising of pupils in upper primary schools and students in junior secondary schools”.

“Therefore, interested schools nationwide should register with the First Ladies of their respective States. This registration will then be channeled to the Young Farmers Club desk Office at the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security in their various State for necessary provisions and support. The club activities are to be further supported by the respective States once the allotted resources are expended”.

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