Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has expressed excitement over plans by a top Turkish company, Direkci Group, to commence mechanised farming and introduce a greenhouse in the state.
In a statement on Monday, the spokesman for the governor, Sulaiman Idris, disclosed that the managing director and CEO of Direkci Group, Nurullah Mehmet, led a delegation on an official visit to the governor where he disclosed the company’s plans.
The statement highlighted the company’s plans to revolutionise agriculture in Zamfara through large-scale cultivation of cotton, sugarcane, and soybeans.
“Alongside traditional farming, the firm will implement advanced methods such as mechanised farming, greenhouse technology, and poultry farming, promising significant benefits across various sectors,” the statement noted.
According to him, the technology innovation will boost agricultural production in the state.
While receiving his guest, Mr Lawal reiterated his administration’s dedication to achieving food security and creating employment opportunities for the people of the state.
He said: “As I promised during the campaigns, if elected, my government will focus on security, agriculture and food security, education, healthcare, the economy, and empowerment.
“Our beloved state, Zamfara, is recognised as an agricultural society. Our goal is to revive this sector. We aim to secure the state so that people can return to their farms.
“Most importantly, after securing the farms, the next step is to provide advanced technologies for our farmers, as we already have the land and the workforce. This is why we enthusiastically welcome partnerships and collaborations with investors with a proven track record, such as the Direkci Group.
“I travelled to Turkey in July, visiting greenhouse projects, dairy farms, poultry operations, and the Turk Traktor manufacturing plant. The Direkci Group is in Zamfara to introduce technological advancements in agriculture.”
Earlier, in his remarks, Mr Mehmet commended Mr Lawal for his transformational agenda in the state.
“Our company, Direkci, is undertaking various projects across different states in Nigeria. Direkci’s agricultural initiative in Zamfara State will enhance agricultural value chains and attract investment, fostering local economic growth.
“The introduction of greenhouses allows year-round cultivation, unaffected by seasonal changes. Improved crop yield and quality contribute to local food availability and reduce import dependence.
“Mechanised farming and poultry initiatives will create employment opportunities across various skill levels, from farmworkers to agribusiness professionals,” he said.
