Cooperative societies, key drivers of economic growth- Fintri
By Ibrahim Kado
Gov. Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa has described cooperative societies as key drivers for economic growth and sustainable solutions in the society.
Fintiri stated this at the commemoration of the International Day of Cooperatives 2025, in Yola.
The event is with the theme: “Cooperatives, Driving Inclusive and Sustainable Solutions for a Better World”.
Fintiri, who was represented by Hammanjumba Gatugel, Commissioner for Entrepreneurship Development, said government had invested heavily in the sector for the economic development.
“Here in Adamawa, we can boldly say that Fintiri is a cooperative-friendly governor.
“On realisation of the importance of cooperatives in creating job opportunities and wealth creation, he has been investing so much in this sub sector through this ministry.
“He has consistently empowered farmers of cooperative societies with agricultural inputs like fertilisers, hybrid seeds, herbicides, insecticides, knapsacks and water pumps, for dry season farming among others,” he said.
Alhaji Yunusa Gafai, Chief Operating Officer, Agribusiness Support Programme (ADAS-P), confirmed that through the state Agribusiness Cooperative Financing Agency, farmers had access to farming inputs and irrigation equipment.
According to him, these have empowered thousands of rural farmers and lifted many out of poverty.
He reaffirmed that the cooperative remained one of the strongest vehicles for empowering communities and achieving inclusive economic growth.
Mr Mamman Malgwi, Chairman Local Organising Committee, encouraged people in the state to form more cooperative societies for maximum benefits.
According to him, cooperative society is one of the legitimate ways of earning money for economic growth and attraction to government support.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the commemoration witnessed the presentation of awards of excellence to outstanding cooperative societies. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)
Edited by Chinyere Nwachukwu/Gabriel Yough
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