HUNGER IN THE LAND: Customs Set To Distribute Seized Food Items
Afnews Editor
Feb 20, 2024
HUNGER IN THE LAND: Customs Set To Distribute Seized Food Items
In the wake of the current high level of hardship in the country, the Nigeria Customs Service, NCS, has disclosed plans to distribute seized food items to Nigerians.
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The Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, said the food items will be distributed after they have been certified fit for consumption.
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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.
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"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.
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"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,ÔÇØ he said.
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The statement, however, did not disclose when the planned distribution will commence.
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