{"id":18137,"date":"2026-06-20T13:02:01","date_gmt":"2026-06-20T13:02:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev.iita.org\/news-item\/how-i-became-a-poultry-farmer-role-model-in-my-community-amina\/"},"modified":"2026-06-29T16:53:38","modified_gmt":"2026-06-29T16:53:38","slug":"how-i-became-a-poultry-farmer-role-model-in-my-community-amina","status":"publish","type":"news-item","link":"https:\/\/iita.org\/fr\/news-item\/how-i-became-a-poultry-farmer-role-model-in-my-community-amina\/","title":{"rendered":"How I became a poultry farmer, role model in my community \u2013 Amina"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Hajia Amina Abubakar, facilitating a soft skills training session with Alifat Foundation.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In 2023, Amina Bellow Abubakar had the opportunity to participate in the poultry production training organized by the Innovative Youth in Agriculture (I-Youth) in Gwale, Kano State.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a background in Mathematics and Physics Education, Amina is rewriting the narrative and changing the stereotypes about women\u2019s employment in the northern part of Nigeria. The 31-year-old mother of three is a poultry farmer, a change maker, a mentor, and a beacon of hope for women aspiring to build sustainable livelihoods through agriculture in the North.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Amina\u2019s vision for participating in the training was not limited to her benefit; she had a bigger vision. \u201cThe I-Youth program aligned perfectly with my ambition to start a poultry farm,\u201d she recalls. \u201cSo, I paid close attention during the training, making me one of the best in our group.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shortly after completing the program, Amina started her poultry business with the input support she received from I-Youth. Her first production cycle was a success, and she made a good profit. The second cycle, however, came with a tough lesson: she lost about 18 birds and realized that sourcing quality chicks was crucial. Rather than becoming discouraged, Amina used this experience to improve her knowledge and make informed business decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As her business grew, she began to share her knowledge with her neighbors, particularly housewives, encouraging them to see agriculture as a viable means of supporting their families. \u201cI realized that many women in my community wanted to do something for themselves but lacked guidance and resources. So, I started training them,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A group of participants engaged in the women\u2019s training session.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recognizing the need for more women to gain access to agricultural training, what began as informal advice soon evolved into an agribusiness training initiative. Amina put together a training manual in Hausa, ensuring that the women could easily grasp key concepts in poultry farming, and partnered with local organizations to reach a wider audience. Through this initiative, she has trained over a thousand women across Kano, Bauchi, and Niger states. Her commitment to empowering women is reflected in her approach; she charges a token fee of N500, which covers training materials. Amina also connects them to reliable feed and chick vendors, ensuring they can access quality inputs from the outset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Amina\u2019s impact goes beyond agriculture. Inspired by lessons on leadership and volunteering from the I-Youth training, she initially began offering soft skills training as a volunteer. Her expertise soon attracted the attention of organizations such as Alifat Foundation, Mufarka Youth Development Initiative, and Sufi Development Initiative Solution, among others, which now hire her as a facilitator. The additional income from these engagements enables her to support her family as the breadwinner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNow, after every training session, I pay my team and save a portion of my earnings through a monthly savings plan,\u201d she shares. \u201cThis system has made it easier to pay my children\u2019s school fees without stress.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The ripple effect of Amina\u2019s work is undeniable. She has become a role model for many young people and mothers in her community. Her efforts have inspired housewives to start home gardens and rear chickens, fostering a culture of self-sufficiency. \u201cI believe there is a bright future for women in agriculture,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Through her unwavering dedication and commitment to empowering women in agriculture, Amina Bello Abubakar stands out as a true Gender Champion for many in Kano and beyond. Her story is a testament to how one woman\u2019s determination can lead to significant change within a community, demonstrating that when women are empowered, entire communities thrive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contributed by Jesutofunmi Robinson<\/em><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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