A New Dawn for Agriculture: Senator Abbas Secures National Climate Change & Food Security Centre for Mubi

In a significant win for Adamawa State and the entire North East, Senator Aminu Iya Abbas, representing Adamawa Central, has successfully secured federal approval for the establishment of a Centre for Climate Change and Food Security in Mubi.

The approval, granted by the Hon. Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology on October 6th, 2025, marks a pivotal step towards addressing two of the region's most pressing challenges: the impacts of climate change and the need for sustainable food production.

A Hub for Innovation and Research

According to the official notification letter addressed to Senator Iya Abbas, the new centre is a strategic part of the ministry's plan to strengthen its national presence and deliver specialized services across Nigeria. It has been specifically designed to be a powerhouse of practical solutions, focusing on:

Climate Change Adaptation: Developing strategies to help farmers and communities cope with shifting weather patterns.
Food Security Research: Creating more resilient and productive agricultural practices.
Space-Based Solutions: Leveraging satellite technology for precision agriculture, land monitoring, and data-driven development.
Capacity Building: Training farmers, stakeholders, and the next generation of experts in modern agricultural techniques.

Why Mubi? A Strategic Choice

The selection of Mubi as the host city is no accident. The notification letter highlights Adamawa State's "significant contribution to the nation's agricultural value chain" and Mubi's "strategic position within the North East region." This positioning ensures the centre's research and initiatives will have a direct impact on a key agricultural heartland.

The centre is expected to be a cornerstone of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda, driving community-centered climate resilience and fostering innovation from the ground up.

Collaboration and the Path Forward

A key mandate for the centre is to foster collaboration with state institutions, traditional leaders, and local communities. This ensures that its work is relevant, grounded, and effectively addresses the real-world needs of the people.

To facilitate this vision, the federal government has called on the Adamawa State Government and the host community in Mubi to provide a suitable parcel of land of no less than one hundred hectares for the centre's permanent site. This generous land allocation is crucial for proper planning, infrastructure development, and the seamless implementation of the centre's programs.

This landmark achievement by Senator Iya Abbas promises to position Adamawa State at the forefront of the national conversation on climate resilience and agricultural innovation, bringing hope, development, and cutting-edge science to the region.