Yobe State governor, Hon. Mai Mala Buni, has approved the immediate appointment of Dr Babagana Mohammed Adam, as Special Adviser on Food Security to strengthen the state’s efforts to improve food production, reduce hunger and promote self-reliance. According to the letter, the appointment is part of the state government’s efforts to advance its food security objectives and strengthen measures aimed at ensuring greater self-reliance in food production. He also has over a decade of experience in the Yobe State Civil Service, where he contributed to livestock disease control and agricultural policy. In the letter, the Secretary to the State Government charged Adam to discharge the responsibilities of his office with diligence, integrity and dedication, while contributing meaningfully to the administration’s food security agenda.