Federal lawmakers from Nigeria's Joint Senate and House of Representatives Committees on Agricultural Production have pressed the Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Sabi Abdullahi, over the unexplained absence of 2,000 tractors that were unveiled by President Bola Tinubu in June 2025. These tractors were part of a larger initiative aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity across Nigeria, which is vital for the country's economy and food security. Despite the initial fanfare surrounding their launch, the delay in their distribution has drawn sharp scrutiny from lawmakers who are eager to see tangible benefits for farmers.

During the minister's appearance to present and defend the ministry’s budget proposals, questions arose on the tractors' whereabouts, prompting specific inquiries from various members, including Awaji Inombek, who highlighted concerns primarily affecting farmers who were promised access to these essential implements. Lawmakers' frustrations underscore the ongoing challenges in Nigeria's agricultural sector, where logistical failures can significantly hamper initiatives designed to promote self-sufficiency and economic growth.

In his response, Abdullahi acknowledged the concerns but did not provide a satisfactory explanation for the delay, indicating ongoing logistical issues that need resolution. This incident illustrates the larger systemic issues plaguing the agricultural sector in Nigeria, where government initiatives often face hurdles that inhibit execution and effectiveness, potentially jeopardizing the agricultural reforms that are critical to the nation's development goals.