Farmers under the aegis of the Equity Farmers Association have pledged their support for Gov. Nasir Idris’s re-election in 2027.
The pledge was made by representatives of various farmers’ groups from across the state at a gathering held at the Government House in Birnin Kebbi on Thursday.
The farmers expressed confidence in the governor’s leadership and commitment to agricultural development.
Speaking at the event, the association’s chairman, Alhaji Abubakar Goje, said members from all 21 local government areas had resolved to support Idris in recognition of his administration’s backing for farmers and the agricultural sector.
Goje described the endorsement as an expression of appreciation for the governor’s efforts to improve farmers’ livelihoods and increase food production. He said members would mobilise support for Idris at the grassroots and participate actively in the 2027 elections.
“We farmers have trusted you. We have made a commitment to support you, and we are ready to mobilise our members across the state to ensure your success at the polls,” he said.
Goje commended Idris for providing agricultural inputs and empowerment opportunities, saying the initiatives had strengthened farmers’ confidence in the administration. He also prayed for the governor’s continued protection, guidance and success.
The association’s women leader, Mrs Raliya Abubakar, reaffirmed the commitment of women farmers and other women’s groups to Idris’s political aspirations.
She said women across the state were prepared to mobilise at the grassroots and campaign door to door to promote the administration’s achievements. She also commended the governor for development projects across Kebbi’s local government areas.
The Special Adviser to the Governor on Politics and Power, Mr Kabiru Sani-Giant, said the gathering reflected public confidence in Idris’s administration.
He commended the farmers for presenting agricultural produce, including onions, Irish potatoes, rice and beans, as a gesture of appreciation and solidarity. Sani-Giant also urged eligible voters to obtain their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) and participate in the 2027 elections.
Responding, Idris thanked Allah and the farmers for their show of support and confidence. He said the endorsement reflected the impact of his administration’s policies and programmes, particularly in agriculture.
The governor said Kebbi would remain a major food-producing state and pledged to continue prioritising farmers’ welfare and empowerment.
He said his administration had distributed agricultural equipment and inputs, including solar-powered irrigation engines, diesel engines, power tillers and harvesters. Farmers and groups that had yet to benefit, he added, would be considered in future distributions.
The report said the governor donated N50 million to the association and prayed for blessings, protection and unity among the people of the state.
