Federal Government to sell rice @ 40k only to individuals with registerd NIN..
The Minister for agriculture and food security on a statement on his X Account (formerly Twitter) said the Federal Government has introduced a policy to ensure transparency and prevent racketeering in the distribution of subsidized rice. Only those with duly registered National Identification Numbers (NIN) will be allowed to purchase the rice, which is part of a broader effort to address the prevailing food crises in the country. The rice will be sold at a flat rate of ₦40,000 per 50kg bag, and it is a crucial intervention aimed at mitigating the effects of high food prices. This initiative is one of the many measures taken by the administration to cushion the impact of rising food costs, which have been exacerbated by factors such as COVID-19, the Russia-Ukraine war, and climate change. While these challenges are global, the Federal Government remains committed to ensuring food security for all Nigerians. To maintain fairness and prevent abuse of the system, the sale will ...