Presidential aide, Segun Dada, reacts to post claiming price of a sack of Onion has drastically reduced
Presidential aide Segun Dada has reacted to a recent post on X about the falling price of onions in Nigerian markets. He shared his thoughts on Monday, September 16, after the claim went viral online. An X user had said that the price of a sack of onions has now reduced to about ₦29,000. The […]
Tinubu was misled, import waiver won’t crash food prices – Buhari’s ex-aide, Dolapo
President Bola Tinubu’s decision to suspend taxes and duties on imported food has sparked criticism, with experts questioning its ability to reduce inflation. Dolapo Bright, a former Special Adviser on agriculture to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, believes this policy will not solve Nigeria’s rising food costs. Since Tinubu assumed office in May 2023, inflation has soared […]
Tinubu govt’s intervention: 180 days after, food prices yet to crash
In July 2024, the Nigerian government announced bold measures to address rising food prices. The plan included a 150-day duty-free import window for essential food items like maize, rice, wheat, and cowpeas. These measures aimed to reduce food inflation within 180 days. However, six months later, food prices remain stubbornly high, leaving Nigerians frustrated. Experts […]