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Achievements
4,000 solar irrigation pumps for dry-season farming
Solar water pumps distributed to farmers so they can grow crops through the dry season.
4,000
Solar pumps distributed
4,000
Powered tillers
48,000
Cartons of fertiliser
The state distributed 4,000 solar irrigation pumps to farmers to support dry and wet season farming. A further 6,000 solar-powered water pumps were reported in 2026.
The pumps are run through the new Katsina State Irrigation Development Authority (KTIDA). For the 2024/2025 dry season it spent ₦8.28 billion on 4,000 powered tillers, 4,000 solar-powered pumps and 48,000 cartons of fertiliser.
Sources
Figures are as reported in these sources. Most are the state government's own statements.
