Oluremi Tinubu commissions North-West Community Food Bank in Jigawa

Economy & Policy, Politics

DUTSE, Nigeria (NPA) — Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on Monday commissioned the National Community Food Bank for the North-West in Jigawa State as part of efforts to strengthen food security and support vulnerable households across the region.

The commissioning ceremony was attended by Katsina State Governor Dikko Radda, who described the initiative as a landmark intervention that would enhance food security and improve the well-being of Nigerians.

In a statement after the event, Radda said he joined the First Lady for the inauguration of the food bank and other projects aimed at improving healthcare, education and infrastructure in the North-West.

“Earlier today in Jigawa State, I joined Her Excellency, the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, for the commissioning of the National Community Food Bank (North-West) and other landmark projects that will strengthen food security, healthcare, education and infrastructure across our region,” he said.

The governor described the National Community Food Bank as a pioneering initiative that reflects compassion, visionary leadership and a commitment to supporting vulnerable Nigerians.

“I commend Her Excellency for championing this historic intervention, which will significantly enhance food security and improve the wellbeing of our people,” Radda said.

He also expressed appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for what he described as courageous reforms and steadfast leadership aimed at repositioning Nigeria for sustainable economic growth and shared prosperity.

Radda congratulated Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi on what he called the remarkable development strides being recorded in the state, noting that the projects inaugurated during the visit reflected purposeful leadership and a commitment to delivering the dividends of democracy.

As Chairman of the North-West Governors’ Forum, Radda reaffirmed the commitment of governors in the region to deepen collaboration in advancing food security, quality healthcare, education and inclusive development.

“We remain committed to working together in advancing food security, quality healthcare, education and inclusive development for the benefit of our people,” he said.