Abdul Rahman Ogunde Leads Renewed Hope Restoration Project Engagement in Benue State
– Federal Collaboration with Benue Government Targets Displacement, Food Security, and Agricultural Revival
By HeadlineNews.News – May 2025
In a significant move to bridge humanitarian response with agricultural transformation, Abdul Rahman Ogunde, Project Lead of the Renewed Hope Restoration Project (RHRP), has led a high-level delegation to Benue State, initiating a strategic collaboration between the National Commission for Refugees, Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI) and the Benue State Government, in partnership with the National Agricultural Land Development Authority (NALDA).
The mission marks a critical first step in deploying the RHRP’s national framework to tackle displacement, rebuild livelihoods, and promote food security. Ogunde was received by the team constituted by His Excellency, the Governor of Benue State, including the Honourable Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs, Hon. Kunde, the Managing Director/CEO of the Benue State Agricultural Development Company, and the Governor’s Technical Adviser on Agriculture.
A Multi-Sectoral Response to a National Crisis
With over 2.3 million internally displaced persons (IDPs) across Nigeria and Benue hosting a disproportionate number—estimated at 800,000—the RHRP represents a bold intervention to restore dignity, productivity, and resilience to conflict-affected communities.
Ogunde explained that the project is designed to be “an integrated engine of recovery” through agricultural development, vocational empowerment, and strategic land resettlement.
“Benue is the heartbeat of Nigerian agriculture. If we restore Benue, we begin to restore Nigeria,” Ogunde stated during the meeting. “This partnership shows that national healing begins with food, dignity, and the return of displaced citizens to fertile lands that once fed the nation.”
From Relief to Results: The Role of NALDA and State Governments
With NALDA’s expertise in mechanized agriculture and NCFRMI’s mandate for protection and reintegration, the partnership is designed to scale up productivity while simultaneously reducing vulnerability.
Key deliverables discussed include:
Allocation of fertile lands for displaced populations.
Deployment of extension services, seeds, and farm infrastructure.
Establishment of agro-enterprise hubs and food processing units.
Monitoring frameworks for measuring resettlement success.
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has warned that over 26.5 million Nigerians could face food insecurity in 2025—a crisis that makes this intervention not just timely but vital.
A Pathway for National Replication
The engagement in Benue is expected to serve as a template for implementation in other conflict-prone regions, particularly in the North East and Middle Belt, where displacement, unemployment, and underutilized land continue to intersect.
As Ogunde and his technical team concluded their visit, stakeholders affirmed their commitment to the project’s goals, pledging coordinated action to ensure that the RHRP becomes a symbol of Nigeria’s capacity to rise from adversity through strategic development.
It is imperative that this groundbreaking project aligns with the election promises of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and effectively contributes to the Federal Government’s recently declared state of emergency on food security. Headlinenews.news remains committed to tracking every milestone of this vital initiative — a strategic partnership between NALDA and the NCFRMI, under the leadership of Abdul Rahman Ogunde.
This intervention symbolizes a bold step in fulfilling the Renewed Hope agenda and reflects President Tinubu’s commitment to pro-people, progressive governance. As part of this national effort, Fraser Consulting has played a pivotal role as a professional consultancy firm, bringing strategic value, perception management, and technical input to ensure the project’s goals are achieved and widely appreciated.
In support of food security, the Eden Irrigation Systems — a proven solution that allows smallholder farmers to cultivate crops year-round without reliance on rainfall — has been adopted as a core component of all Renewed Hope agricultural projects. This system has demonstrated the potential to increase yields by up to 300% on small plots of land, making it ideal for Nigeria’s rural farming communities.
Complementing this is the innovative Etrac electric tractor — a special line of quality, energy-efficient tractors now being assembled in Nigeria. Designed to enhance mechanized farming for small and medium-scale growers, the Etrac tractors are a practical tool to boost productivity, speed, and agricultural efficiency. Fraser Consulting proudly represents these brands in Nigeria, further positioning local farmers to benefit from cutting-edge agricultural technology.
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” Benue Hosts RHRP Delegation: Abdul Rahman Ogunde Leads Drive to Reclaim Displaced Lives Through Agriculture” Good news at last from Benue. I’m glad to read this. President Tinubu is making an effort to touch lives. Who said he doesn’t care about Nigerians? He is from the SouthWest and doing such laudable initiatives in the North Central. Kudos. Retired General Nigerian Army from Benue State.
” Renewed Hope in Benue: FG-NALDA-NCFRMI Partnership Targets Displacement and Food Insecurity” I am delighted to read this. Nigerians are not aware of such initiatives by the APC led federal government. People only read negative news. I like Headlinenews.news for its professionalism and objectivity. NCFRMI is a sleeping giant that needs dynamic, active young persons and ideas to wake it up. – Minister.
” Ogunde Leads National Push in Benue to Turn Displacement into Development Under RHRP” At last, something positive is happening in Benue State. Thank you to President Tinubu. Thank you, Headlinenews.news, for informing Nigerians. More government agencies should develop initiatives to show that the Tinubu administration has a human face.
Interesting project. – Former Governor.
” Restoring the Food Basket: RHRP, NCFRMI, and NALDA Launch Agricultural Recovery Plan in Benue” This project should be replicated in other states, they must try the Eden irrigation systems to real more benefit for the food security aspect. – Stakeholders.
” From Camps to Crops: Renewed Hope Restoration Project Begins Resettlement Drive in Benue” Governance in this administration definitely has a human face. Well done, Abdul. – Elder Statesman.
” Abdul Rahman Ogunde Rallies Benue Stakeholders to Reclaim Land, Lives, and Livelihoods” Highly impressive initiative to show the humanitarian values of the APCTinubu administration. Government House, Benue State.
” FG Initiative to Empower IDPs Gains Ground as Benue Backs RHRP Vision” An interesting report, President Tinubu’s administration is making waves. Distinguished Senator.
” Hope Takes Root in Benue: National Project Unites Humanitarian Aid with Agricultural Revival” Nigeria needs to showcase more of the Youth like Abdul Ogunde with commendable responsibility – International Organisation.
“Ogunde in Benue: Turning Crisis into Cultivation Through Strategic Partnership,” a good initiative, should be supported. Prof. Bello.
“RHRP Flags Off in Benue: New Chapter for IDPs, Agriculture, and National Stability” – NALDA.
“From Ashes to Abundance: Renewed Hope Rises in Benue” I am not a politician but my assessment of President Tinubu is that he doesn’t talk much but acts. That is the sign of a good leader. This man is going to surprise Nigerians in a positive way from what I feel after reading this informative article from Headlinenews.news. Spiritual Leader.
“Where Displacement Ends, Cultivation Begins: Ogunde Plants Seeds of Restoration”- No Nigerian leader has ever shown such creativity and innovation. Tinubu’s administration is taking such impressive strides to address the citizens food insecurity and hardship. I am impressed. We need more of this. – Member, House of Representatives.
“The Land Shall Feed Us Again: Benue Beckons a New Dawn of Hope”. This is what the Tinubu led APC administration is about. Tinubu is set to show Nigerians that he is a humanitarian and progressive and has the goodwill. This initiative confirms he is determined to improve the lives of Nigerians and has bright minds to achieve this. I am glad to be a part of the establishment of this initiative. NCFRMI must wake up to the objectives of its establishment. This is a first step in a long journey. Best of luck. – Princess G. A. Fraser. MFR.
The National Patriots.
Fraser Consulting Consortium.
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