President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reassured Nigerians that the cost of food has been brought under control, leading to a decline in hunger and improved access to essential commodities across the country.
The President made this statement on Sunday when the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, led a high-powered delegation to the Presidential Villa in Abuja for a Sallah homage.
During his speech, Tinubu praised his administration’s ongoing efforts to improve economic stability and ease the financial burden on citizens. He particularly pointed out the impact of recent policy shifts, such as the removal of the FCT from the Treasury Single Account (TSA), which he claimed had led to rapid progress in several key areas.
Highlighting the results of these policies, the President stated:
“I started looking at the opening up of the rural areas, the residence of the vice president that has been abandoned for years came alive. The health centers were being rehabilitated. The health facilities of the residents of FCT are being upgraded. Our teachers at school are being rehabilitated, buildings are furnished. Thank you, Wike.”
Tinubu also addressed security concerns and emphasized that economic activities were gradually stabilizing, contributing to a more peaceful environment across the country.
“Today, we are living in peace, and security is improving. There is satisfaction in our output. Hunger is coming down. Food prices are lowering. We are able to go to the market and do business,” he said.
His comments come at a time when many Nigerians continue to struggle with the effects of inflation and a high cost of living, which remain major challenges for his administration. While some citizens acknowledge certain improvements in food availability, others argue that more efforts are needed to address economic hardships.
As the government works to implement further measures aimed at reducing inflation and enhancing food security, Nigerians remain hopeful for lasting economic relief and sustainable growth in the coming months.