The Chairman of the Pilgrims Affairs Office of Ghana (PAOG), Alhaji Abdul-Rauf Tanko Ibrahim, has been adjudged the Best Farmer for the North East Region during this year’s Regional Farmers’ Day celebration.
The recognition was conferred on him for his outstanding contributions to crop production, livestock rearing, and community development.
Presenting the award, the Regional Awards Committee commended Alhaji Tanko Ibrahim for demonstrating that politicians and public office holders can also invest meaningfully in agriculture. “His efforts show that leadership is not only about politics but also about ensuring food security, job creation, and local economic growth,” the committee noted.
Alhaji Tanko Ibrahim expressed gratitude for the honour, stressing that the award would inspire him to expand his farming activities further. “This recognition is a call to do more, and I will continue to support agriculture as a pillar of development in our region,” he said.
The Regional Farmers’ Day celebration brought together stakeholders in agriculture, traditional leaders, and government officials, all of whom applauded the achievements of farmers across the North East Region.
