The Federal Government has announced that the planned nationwide hunger protests set for August 1 to 10, 2024, are no longer necessary. The call was made during a press briefing following the Federal Executive Council meeting on Monday, July 29, by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Idris explained that the government is actively working to address some of the concerns raised by frustrated citizens and is making strides to ensure food availability, The Punch reported.
Speaking on one of the measures taken to address the protesters’ concerns, Idris said:
“Rice has been distributed to various centers nationwide and is being sold for N40,000. This is just an initial measure, with more actions to follow.
“There is significant investment in the agricultural sector, and we anticipate that food prices will decrease as we progress.”
The minister stated that the president is confident the president Bola Tinubu will address the concerns raised by the youth, Vanguard reported.
He continued:
“The student loan program ensures that no young person who wants to pursue education will be excluded. Additionally, once the CNG initiative is fully implemented, transportation issues will be resolved.”