The Federal Government of Nigeria has suspended import duties and taxes on essential food items, aiming to make basic necessities more affordable and address the issue of hunger in the country. Bashir Adeniyi, the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), announced this significant measure on Monday evening, highlighting the government’s commitment to alleviating economic hardships faced by Nigerians.<\/p>\n
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Acknowledging the impact of global inflation on Nigeria, Adeniyi stated, “The federal government, through the Nigeria Customs Service, is suspending import duties and taxes on essential food items to make them more affordable.” This initiative is part of a broader strategy to ease the financial burden on citizens and ensure access to basic necessities.<\/p>\n
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Additionally, the NCS has streamlined export processes to facilitate the efficient movement of Nigerian goods to international markets. Adeniyi explained that this includes the introduction of advanced ruling systems, authorized economic operators, and a time-release study designed to enhance trade, stimulate the economy, and create new opportunities. He emphasized, “These reforms will provide farmers, artisans, and entrepreneurs with a faster path to global markets, thereby benefiting their families and communities.”<\/p>\n
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Adeniyi assured that the NCS is committed to implementing these measures seamlessly to address hunger in Nigeria. “We are committed to implementing this measure seamlessly to address the problem of hunger in our nation,” he added.<\/p>\n
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Beyond economic measures, the NCS is intensifying efforts to combat the proliferation of arms and dangerous weapons through Nigeria’s land, sea, and airports. Adeniyi stressed the importance of collective efforts and peaceful progress to strengthen the country’s borders. He warned, “The destruction of the supply chain affects foreign investment, distorts trade, promotes instability, increases scarcity, and hinders revenue collection. In these challenging times, let us unite in resilience and cooperation. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to those who have embraced the path of peace and dialogue.”<\/p>\n
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Adeniyi called for constructive engagement and cooperation from all Nigerians to overcome current challenges and build a brighter future.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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