During a press briefing at Aso Villa, Abuja, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, reinforced the Federal Government’s stance on Nigeria’s capacity to attain food self-sufficiency and emerge as a net exporter of food commodities, thereby eliminating the need for food imports.
Minister Idris emphasized, “Nigeria possesses the capability to sustain itself agriculturally and even contribute to global food markets.”
In alignment with this vision, state governors have pledged their support to collaborate with the President in bolstering investments in the agricultural sector, aiming to bolster domestic food production and availability. This commitment extends beyond crop cultivation to encompass livestock development, fostering a comprehensive strategy to ensure food security nationwide.
Concurrently, President Tinubu convened a meeting with state governors to address prevailing economic challenges. Since the administration’s decision to remove subsidies, economic indicators have shown a downward trajectory, resulting in increased financial strain and a surge in social unrest.
In response, President Tinubu has tasked his economic team with devising strategies to alleviate the hardships faced by citizens. Additionally, the Special Presidential Committee on Emergency has been authorized to provide essential commodities, including rice, maize, and millet, totaling approximately 102,000 metric tonnes, to alleviate immediate food shortages.
The convened meeting sought to explore collaborative solutions to mitigate the escalating costs of food, insecurity, and other economic concerns plaguing the nation.