The Governor of Bauchi State, Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, on Friday supervised the distribution of 40 newly procured tractors and other heavy-duty equipment under the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) programme.
The ACReSAL initiative is supported by the World Bank and is aimed at promoting agricultural modernization, environmental protection and improved livelihoods in rural communities.
Speaking at the distribution ceremony, Mohammed described the programme as critical to addressing environmental and climate-related challenges confronting the state, including changing weather patterns, land degradation, prolonged dry seasons and flooding.
He said the introduction of modern agricultural machinery would reduce the burden on farmers and relevant government agencies, while accelerating the adoption of mechanized farming and large-scale land restoration efforts across Bauchi.
According to the governor, his administration remains committed to working closely with credible global partners and development programmes to improve living conditions and expand economic opportunities for citizens.
Earlier, the State ACReSAL Project Coordinator, Ibrahim Kabir, said the equipment was procured to enhance effective implementation of the project across the state.
Kabir explained that the machinery would boost productivity, promote environmentally sustainable farming practices and mitigate the adverse effects of climate-related challenges.
He commended the governor for his leadership and sustained support for the programme, assuring that the equipment would be properly maintained to guarantee long-term benefits and measurable impact for communities statewide.
The ACReSAL programme is being implemented in several states to strengthen resilience against climate change and support sustainable landscape management.
