Dr. Abubakar Sani Abdullahi of Ahmadu Bello University has advised Nigerian farmers to exercise caution and avoid rushing into farming activities ahead of the 2027 planting season, citing emerging weather concerns.
Speaking during an appearance on Spotlight on S24 TV in Abuja, the food security analyst warned that recent projections by the Nigerian Meteorological Agency indicate potential rainfall shortages in parts of the country. He specifically mentioned Adamawa State, Gombe State, and Borno State as areas likely to experience reduced rainfall, a development that could significantly affect crop yields if not properly managed.
Dr. Abdullahi emphasized the importance of aligning farming activities with accurate meteorological data, urging farmers to carefully assess climate forecasts before commencing planting. According to him, premature farming decisions without regard to weather variability could lead to poor harvests and economic losses.
Addressing the challenge of sensitizing farmers, he called for stronger government intervention in agricultural education. He noted that coordinated efforts through the media and agencies such as the National Orientation Agency would help disseminate critical information on suitable crops and planting timelines.
He stressed that improved awareness and strategic planning are essential to achieving sustainable food production, adding that “food availability makes a nation stable.”
