I’ve Abandoned My Farm For More Than 3 Years Now; I Used To Be The Largest Farmer In My State -Atiku

In a video shared on Symfoni TV, on Friday, October 9, 2026, Atiku Abubakar, African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, discussed the challenges facing farmers and the impact of insecurity on agricultural activities in Nigeria.

Atiku spoke about his personal experience with farming while addressing the broader economic difficulties confronting Nigerians. He explained that insecurity and other challenges had affected agricultural activities, making it difficult for farmers to continue their work under favourable conditions.

According to Atiku Abubakar, “I have abandoned my farm for more than three years now; I used to be the largest farmer in my state.” He made the statement while discussing the difficulties facing farmers and the consequences of insecurity during the formal commencement of his presidential campaign.

He explained that the inability of farmers to access their farms safely could affect agricultural production and contribute to the challenges surrounding food availability and affordability. He also highlighted the difficulties experienced by Nigerians as the prices of essential commodities continued to rise.

Atiku noted that the economic situation had affected different sectors, including agriculture, transportation and business operations. He argued that the government needed to prioritise policies that would enable farmers to work safely and increase domestic food production.

The ADC presidential candidate also criticised the federal government’s handling of fuel prices, explaining that the cost of petroleum products had contributed to the increasing expenses faced by farmers, traders and manufacturers.

He maintained that addressing insecurity, improving electricity supply and supporting local production were necessary steps towards reducing the economic pressure on Nigerians.

Atiku further called for measures that would make food more affordable and create an environment where farmers could operate without fear. He argued that agricultural development was important to improving the country’s economic conditions.

He concluded that improving security and supporting agricultural production should form part of the broader efforts to address food affordability and the economic challenges confronting Nigerians.

Click on the link to watch the video from 1:17 – 1:24

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