Governor Dikko Radda of Katsina has completed the renovation of the historic Gidan Kuli groundnut oil mill in Kankia Local Government Area.
The revived facility is expected to begin full operations soon, creating over 500 direct and indirect jobs while boosting the local economy ¹.
The Katsina Youth Craft Village (KYCV) executed the complete overhaul, which included refurbishing existing machinery, procuring modern equipment, and constructing administrative blocks, shops, and perimeter fencing.
Governor Radda noted that the facility was more than economic infrastructure, symbolising the commitment to revitalizing the state’s agricultural heritage ².
The Governor’s approval for the massive renovation has transformed the 1992-established facility into a state-of-the-art
Governor Radda emphasised the project’s potential impact on women’s economic empowerment, recognising the crucial role women play in agricultural processing.
“Groundnut production once defined Northern Nigeria’s prosperity, and we are determined to reclaim that legacy for our farmers and entrepreneurs.
“By restoring this processing centre, we are creating a guaranteed market for our groundnut farmers, generating employment opportunities, and establishing a foundation for value-added agricultural products that can compete nationally and internationally.
”This centre will serve as an economic lifeline for thousands of women entrepreneurs across Katsina, ” he said.
