From Abubakar Abdullahi, in Lafia
The Nasarawa State Governor, Engineer Abdullahi A. Sule has decried the activities of unscrupulous elements who are stealing harvested rice from the government-owned farm in Jangwa village of Awe Local Government Area of the State.
The Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Ibrahim Addra quoted Engr. Sule as saying “Whereas the state government is pleased with the yield recorded, it is however saddened by the level of theft recorded during the harvest”.
Engr. Sule expressed his displeasure when he received a delegation of sons and daughters of Azara community led by His Royal Highness Sarkin Azara Dr. Kabiru Musa Ibrahim who were on a thank you visit.
Governor Sule described the situation as very unfortunate at a time the state is doing everything possible to bring relief to the people and boost food security in the state and beyond
He however assured that ” We will not be deterred. We are determined that Nasarawa State being an agricultural state; that government must be at the forefront in agricultural activities “
Governor Abdullahi Sule warned those engaged in the unwholesome practice to desist henceforth as government will not hesitate to deal decisively with any one caught.
He thanked the traditional rulers and people of the area for their level of cooperation towards the success recorded on the farm.
