Agriculture: Expert lauds Gombe governor’s rural roads initiative
By Peter Uwumarogie
Dr Musa Arab, an expert in Agricultural Extension and Rural Development, has praised Gov. Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State for investing in rural road construction.
Arab gave the commendation during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Gombe on Wednesday, highlighting the importance of rural roads to food security.
He explained that rural roads are vital for agricultural development, as they serve as crucial links between farmers and urban markets.
According to Arab, the Yahaya-led administration has prioritised rural road construction, which has significantly supported the state’s agriculture sector.
He noted that post-harvest losses have been greatly reduced, and farmers can now access urban markets more easily.
“The rural road construction by this administration has been impressive, positively impacting livelihoods and advancing agricultural growth in the state,” he said.
He added that rural infrastructure contributes to economic activity, food production, market access, and the overall welfare of rural populations.
Arab stated that the new roads have boosted agricultural output and improved rural living standards across various communities.
He said the improved road network has cut transport costs, enhanced market access, and increased availability of farm inputs like fertilisers and seeds.
Arab also said the good roads have helped raise farmers’ incomes by reducing losses and expanding sales opportunities, thus lowering poverty in rural areas.
He recalled that in the past, poor roads made it difficult for farmers to access support, training, and interventions outside their communities.
Arab urged the government to continue constructing roads to link more communities to markets and unlock the state’s vast agricultural potential. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)
Edited by Kamal Tayo Oropo
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