The Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, stated that the food items will be distributed after they have been certified fit for consumption.
In a statement by Customs National Public Relations officer, Abdullahi Maiwada on Tuesday, Adeniyi reaffirmed his commitment towards advancing President Bola Tinubu’s food security agenda.
“Furthermore, to alleviate the hardships faced by Nigerians and improve access to essential food items, the Nigeria Customs Service will facilitate the direct disposal of food items forfeited to the Federal Government
“These items will be certified fit for consumption by relevant agencies and made available to ordinary Nigerians nationwide through equitable distribution in our Areas of Operations,” he said.
The statement, however, did not disclose the commencement date for the planned distribution.
Kanyi Daily recalls that Amid the escalating economic hardships in the nation, the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) leadership had declared a two-day nationwide mass protest for February 27th and 28th.
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