Tinubu: FG determined to achieve food sufficiency

President Bola Tinubu has said his administration is revolutionising agriculture to make Nigeria self-sufficient in food production and a net exporter of agricultural products.

Tinubu stated this when he received a delegation from the Global Tijjaniyya Movement, led by Khalifa Muhammad Mahe Niass, at the Presidential Villa in Abuja Sunday.

This was as he also said his administration will support plans and efforts to give ease and succour to Hajj pilgrims and underscoring the federal government’s commitment to supporting religious activities.

The president highlighted the need for collaboration between political and spiritual leaders to advance the nation’s interests and promote unity among the people.

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“Nigeria will become a net exporter of food. We are bringing thousands of tractors. Food production will be greatly expanded through aggressive mechanization. We must be productive as a people. That is the Sunnah and the principles I grew up understanding,” he said.

Tinubu thanked the Global Tijjaniyya Movement for their support and prayers, emphasizing the importance of collective efforts in building a better Nigeria.

On his part, Sheikh Mahe Niass, the Khalifa of Tijjaniyya, who spoke on behalf of the delegation, commended President Tinubu for his unwavering commitment to Nigeria’s peace, progress and stability.

The delegation offered prayers for the nation’s progress, unity and prosperity, and for Almighty Allah to grant President Tinubu wisdom, strength and success in piloting the affairs of the country.