Benue’s Farming Power Can End Poverty | Nigeria News

Benue’s next governor, Professor Terhemba Shija, is betting big on agriculture to crush poverty—turning the state’s fertile land into Nigeria’s breadbasket. Already a powerhouse in cassava, yams, soya, and citrus, Benue’s farmers just need modern tools, better irrigation, and smart investment to unlock their full potential. With over 20 crops thriving and untapped livestock opportunities, Shija’s vision is simple: scale up farming with tech and training, feed millions, create jobs, and build a booming economy—one harvest at a time. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ff1102f334e5c891