The Kebbi State Government is strengthening its agricultural sector through a partnership with Indonesia to introduce advanced livestock reproduction techniques, including embryo transfer and artificial insemination.
This initiative follows a recent visit by Governor Nasir Idris to Indonesia, where critical discussions laid the foundation for the collaboration.
The State Commissioner for Religious Affairs, Alhaji Sani Aliyu, revealed that as part of the agreement, the Indonesian government sponsored two veterinary doctors from Kebbi for a 30-day intensive training program in artificial insemination.
The training aims to equip the doctors with advanced skills to revolutionize livestock development in the state.
Aliyu noted that this initiative is designed to boost livestock production, leveraging Kebbi’s comparative advantage in this sector.
Aliyu emphasized that the partnership’s goal is to address long-standing challenges in livestock development, particularly in cattle rearing.
During his visit to Indonesia, Governor Idris toured the Embryo Transfer Centre and other facilities, accompanied by the Commissioner for Livestock Development and Animal Health.
Aliyu highlighted Indonesia’s leadership in livestock technologies, describing it as the leading center in Asia for embryo transfer and artificial insemination.
The collaboration is set to deepen with the anticipated visit of the Indonesian Ambassador to Kebbi later this month. The Ambassador will assess facilities, meet with Governor Idris, and identify areas for further support.
Aliyu noted that this visit would reinforce the bilateral relationship while also including capacity-building initiatives.
Indonesian experts will assist trained veterinary doctors in transferring their knowledge to other professionals in the state, ensuring continuous development in livestock production.
The Kebbi-Indonesia partnership is expected to transform livestock development in the state, ensuring sustainable growth and enhancing its contribution to national development.