The Nigerien government and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have launched a joint initiative to revive the Boulangou Yaskou irrigation perimeter in the Diffa region. The perimeter, located about 10 kilometers northeast of Diffa city, has been facing persistent water supply challenges. On November 13, 2026, the Governor of Diffa region, General Mahamadou Ibrahim Bagadoma, and UNDP Resident Representative Jane O. Yeboah visited the site to assess its condition and explore solutions.
The visit aimed to mobilize technical partners to support the rehabilitation of defective infrastructure and restart agricultural activities in the area. The Governor and the UNDP representative were accompanied by the regional coordinator of the Family Agriculture Development Program (ProDAF) and the regional director of the National Office for Hydro-Agricultural Development (ONAHA). They met with local farmers and heard about the difficulties they face in accessing irrigation water due to equipment failures.
The UNDP has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the people of Diffa, particularly in the areas of community resilience, economic development, and food security. According to Jane O. Yeboah, the UNDP is willing to continue its partnership with the Nigerien government and regional authorities to address the challenges facing the region. The organization has been working in Diffa to improve the livelihoods of local communities.
The Governor of Diffa region noted that this was his third visit to the Boulangou Yaskou perimeter, with the goal of finding concrete and sustainable solutions to its operational challenges. He expressed concern about the state of the hydraulic infrastructure, stating that out of 2
The Nigerien government and the UNDP are working together to address the water shortages and infrastructure issues at Boulangou Yaskou. The Governor and the UNDP representative discussed possible solutions with local stakeholders, including the rehabilitation of defective equipment and the improvement of water supply systems. The UNDP has a track record of supporting development initiatives in Niger.
The Boulangou Yaskou irrigation perimeter is a strategic area for local food production, and its revival is expected to have a positive impact on the region's food security and economy. The joint initiative by the Nigerien government and the UNDP aims to improve the livelihoods of local communities and enhance their resilience to climate-related challenges.
The success of the joint initiative will depend on the effective collaboration between the Nigerien government, the UNDP, and other stakeholders, including local farmers and technical partners. The Governor and the UNDP representative emphasized the need for a coordinated approach to address the complex challenges facing the Boulangou Yaskou perimeter and to ensure the long-term sustainability of the project.
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- The Nigerien government and the UNDP are working together to address water shortages and infrastructure issues at the Boulangou Yaskou irrigation perimeter in Diffa region.
