President Tinubu Acknowledges Rising Food Prices, Says He Knows Egg and Bread Costs
President Bola Tinubu is regularly briefed on living conditions, including food prices, by senior aide Dr Abiodun Essiet.
In Brief
- •President Bola Tinubu is regularly briefed on living conditions, including food prices, by senior aide Dr Abiodun Essiet.
- •Essiet confirmed Tinubu knows current market prices for eggs and bread, countering claims that only media are aware.
- •Tinubu has directed reconstruction of the Mokwa‑Bida road in Niger State using reinforced concrete to improve safety.
- •Vice President Kashim Shettima said food prices may fall in coming weeks, citing government efforts to boost agricultural production.
Why It Matters
Rising food prices strain Nigerian households and test the administration’s commitment to economic stability. By publicly acknowledging these costs, President Tinubu signals responsiveness to citizen concerns and underscores the importance of regular community engagement. The decision to rebuild a critical road with reinforced concrete reflects a broader strategy to enhance infrastructure safety and support economic activity across the region.
Key Details
- President's Awareness of Food Prices
- Confirmed by Senior Special Assistant
- Road Reconstruction Directive
- Mokwa‑Bida road to be rebuilt with reinforced concrete
- Last Road Contract Awarded
- 46 years ago
- Vice President's Food Price Outlook
- Potential decline in coming weeks
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