- The Good Governance Advocates of Nigeria (GGAN) has spoken on FG’s agricultural policies, hailing President Tinubu and agriculture minister Abubakar Kyari
- The group highlighted global collaborations and domestic initiatives, including fertilizer distribution and food aid, as crucial steps toward agricultural growth and food security
- GGAN also noted a significant drop in food pricesup to 70% for some itemsand called for sustained government efforts to drive economic growth and reduce poverty
President Bola Tinubu has been hailed for his agricultural policies.
Photo credit: Michael Kappeler/picture allianceSource: Getty ImagesNigeria shifts from subsistence to agribusiness – GGAN
- Declaration of a state of emergency on agriculture.
- Temporary suspension of tariffs on imported grains and essential food items.
- Lifting of the ban on food importation across land borders.
- Strengthening of the Naira.
- Reported pausing of bulk grain purchases by UN and US agencies for IDP camps.
Global collaboration supporting agricultural growth – UnaziFood prices reportedly dropping President Bola Tinubu and agric minister Abubakar Kyari have been hailed as food prices reportedly decline.
Photo credit: @SenatorAKyariSource: TwitterGGAN calls for continued commitment to food securityWe also call on all stakeholders to support the governments initiatives aimed at achieving food security and sustainable agricultural development. With the current trend of declining food prices, we are optimistic that Nigeria is on the path to becoming a food-secure nation, the statement concluded.Nigerian traders explain why food prices are declining
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