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Federal Government Launches Subsidized Rice Sales: One Bag per Citizen with NIN
Federal Government Launches Subsidized Rice Sales: One Bag per Citizen with NIN....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The Federal Government has launched a new initiative to sell 30,000 metric tonnes of milled rice at a subsidized price of ₦40,000 per 50kg bag to alleviate the ongoing food crisis. Buyers will be required to present a National Identification Number (NIN) to participate in this program, which emphasizes a “one person, one bag” policy.
During the flag-off ceremony, President Bola Tinubu, represented by the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari, confirmed the rice would be distributed at a flat rate to help citizens cope with rising food costs. Kyari explained, “This food intervention is timely considering the current challenges we face as citizens.”
This initiative is part of broader government efforts to reduce the financial strain on Nigerians. In addition to the 30,000 metric tonnes of rice, the government previously released 42,000 metric tonnes of assorted food commodities to vulnerable communities. These efforts aim to stabilize the food supply and bring relief to citizens struggling with food inflation.
To ensure transparency and prevent fraud, a multi-disciplinary government task force will oversee the distribution process. According to Kyari, identification methods such as NIN and phone numbers will be used to verify buyers. This system will prevent individuals from purchasing more than one 50kg bag, ensuring fair access to all citizens.
Kyari further added, “It is expected that this injection of 30,000 metric tonnes into Nigeria’s food supply will not only reduce the price of rice but also impact the cost of other food items.”
How to Purchase Subsidized Rice
Director of Strategic Grains Reserve, Haruna Sule, outlined the purchasing process for civil servants and the general public. Eligible buyers must provide a valid NIN, phone number, or Integrated Payroll and Personnel Information System (IPPIS) details for verification. After logging into the system, a unique code number and Treasury receipt will be generated for buyers, allowing them to collect their rice at designated points.
At the collection center, buyers will present their unique code to government officials, who will then issue them a 50kg bag of rice. The separation between sales and collection points is intended to prevent overcrowding and ensure smooth distribution.
Past Delays in Implementation
The sale of subsidized rice was first announced in July by the Minister of Information, Idris Mohammed. Civil servants were instructed to register for the purchase, but the program was unexpectedly suspended without explanation. However, the recent launch indicates that the government has now resumed its commitment to supporting citizens through food subsidies.
A faction of the Labour Party (LP) led by the Nenadi Usman Caretaker Committee has suspended 26 members loyal to the Julius Abure-led faction.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Factional Labour Party South-West Vice Chairman, Abayomi Arabambi, has insisted that the party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, will never be allowed to return to the Labour Party.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Arabambi said attempts by the Nenadi Usman-led faction to reintegrate Obi would fail, stressing that the party’s leadership has taken a final position on the matter.
He made the statement during an interview on News Central, saying the decision followed internal consultations involving key figures such as the Julius Abure-led leadership and Abia State Governor Alex Otti.
According to him, the party has also resolved to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027.
Arabambi further blamed Obi and his supporters for contributing to Labour Party’s internal challenges during the 2023 elections, alleging organizational failures during the polls.
He maintained that Obi’s return to the party is completely off the table, insisting that the issue is already settled within the party’s leadership structure.
The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has dismissed claims by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar that it is part of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) coalition.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a statement on Thursday, NNPP National Secretary Ogini Olaposi said the party is not affiliated with the ADC and has no plans to join or merge with the coalition.
He clarified that the involvement of former Kano State Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso and members of the Kwankwasiya Movement in ADC activities does not represent the NNPP as a political party.
Olaposi also claimed that only a minority of Kwankwasiya supporters followed Kwankwaso, insisting that many of them have since joined the APC.
He further accused Atiku of misinformation, stressing that NNPP remains an independent political party focused on contesting elections on its own platform.
According to him, any previous association with the Kwankwasiya Movement ended after the 2023 general elections, adding that Kwankwaso and some associates had already been expelled from the party.
The NNPP maintained that it respects other political parties but has no interest in joining the ADC coalition.
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