Nigeria must boost maize output to meet food needs, says FG
The Federal Government has highlighted the urgent need for Nigeria to produce at least 25 million tonnes of maize each year to ensure food security. Sen. Aliyu Abdullahi, Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, emphasized the government’s commitment to increasing local production and reducing reliance on imports. He noted that recent interventions have led to a significant drop in food prices nationwide. The ministry is working in line with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda to transform the agricultural sector.
What we know
- Sen. Aliyu Abdullahi stated that Nigeria requires no fewer than 25 million tonnes of maize annually.
- The government is prioritizing local production to make food more affordable and accessible.
- Prices of major food commodities have reportedly dropped by about 50 per cent across the country.
- Strategic investments in rice, maize, and wheat value chains are creating opportunities for smallholder farmers.
- The ministry is engaging stakeholders to ensure transparency and effective implementation of agricultural reforms.
