Katsina Government Disburses N274 Million to Landowners for Federal College of Agriculture
In a move that underscores fairness and community inclusion, the Katsina State Government has disbursed over ₦274 million in compensation to 241 landowners in Gidan Na-Banje, Kafur LGA, for the establishment of a Federal College of Agriculture. The payment was made in full before the commencement of the project in accordance with Governor Dikko Umaru Radda’s compensation-first policy.
The Commissioner for Lands and Physical Planning, Dr. Faisal Umar Kaita, announced the development during a formal cheque presentation ceremony. He acknowledged the instrumental role of Presidential Political Adviser, Alhaji Ibrahim Masari, in facilitating the project’s siting—commending his unwavering dedication to community advancement.
The college, once completed, is expected to become a centre of excellence for agricultural research and innovation, aligning with Governor Radda’s agricultural transformation agenda. It will boost skills, enhance food security, and create local job opportunities, further deepening the Governor’s legacy in education and rural development.
