President Bola Tinubu has given a marching order to a committee within the Federal Executive Council (FEC) to the reduction in the cost of transporting food tems across the country.
The Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Sabi Abdullahi, disclosed this in Abuja today September 10.
He explained that the reduction in food prices will be achieved through ensuring the safe passage of agricultural foods and commodities along various transportation routes nationwide.
According to the Minister, the marching order on lowering food prices and securing the safe transit of agricultural commodities aligns with President Tinubu’s vision of food sovereignty.
“In addressing the high transportation costs of farm produce in the country, I can say on good authority that the President has issued a marching order. A Federal Executive Council committee is already working on promoting the safe passage of agricultural foods and commodities across our various routes.
“We are aware—and I am sure you, as members of the media, are also aware—that there are routes through which commodities are transported before delivery. If you consider the amount of money spent, you will understand why these commodities are expensive at the point of delivery.
“We are working very hard on this issue. I’ve shared just a snippet because I felt it was important for you to know.”
