The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has successfully delivered 1,528.2 metric tonnes of various grains to Jigawa State as part of a larger initiative to provide food relief to vulnerable populations across Nigeria. This effort comes as the nation grapples with a food crisis exacerbated by various socio-economic challenges.

In a statement shared on X.com (formerly Twitter) on Monday, NEMA highlighted that this distribution was part of a broader directive approved by President Bola Tinubu. The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security is overseeing the allocation of food resources to ensure that the relief reaches those in need across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

The grains distributed to Jigawa State are part of the 42,000 metric tonnes of food commodities drawn from the National Strategic Reserve. This reserve serves as a critical resource for emergency situations, ensuring that food is available during times of crisis.

According to the NEMA statement, the distribution to Jigawa State includes:
– 594 metric tonnes of maize, equivalent to 11,880 bags.
– 691.2 metric tonnes of sorghum, equivalent to 13,824 bags.
– 243 metric tonnes of millet, equivalent to 4,860 bags.

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The food items will be evenly distributed across all local government areas in Jigawa State, ensuring that the relief reaches communities most in need.

This initiative is part of the Federal Government’s broader strategy to mitigate the impact of the food crisis. In February, the government announced plans to distribute 42,000 metric tonnes of grains across the country at no cost to the recipients. By March, portions of these grains had already reached several states, including Kano, Kwara, Kogi, Ebonyi, Adamawa, Kebbi, Sokoto, and Taraba.

The delivery of grains to Jigawa State marks a significant milestone in the government’s ongoing efforts to provide relief to Nigerians facing food insecurity. NEMA’s role in managing and distributing these resources highlights the agency’s commitment to ensuring that vulnerable communities receive the support they need during these challenging times.