29-year-old Nigerian farmer says he made N1m from rice and cassava in 1 year

A 29-year-old Nigerian man identified as Nasiru Usman has narrated how he was able to save about N1 million from his farming business in one year.

The farmer from Zamfara who is based in Ogun state made the disclosure in an interview with Legit TV, in which he said he aims to become of the biggest farmers in Nigeria.

The young man, who has rice and cassava plantations in Ogun state, said he plans to increase the hectares of land he uses in farming.

Usman called on the youths to embrace agriculture, which he said would reduce the unemployment rate and increase the country's GDP.

Speaking on his relationship status, Usman said he is single because he is not ready to spend money on any lady, adding that he prefers to invest the money in his farm.