Yet Another Crucial Decision by Acting President in Buhari's Absence

The presidency under the leadership of Ag. President Yemi Osinbajo, has constituted a Task Force to see into the isue of hike in food prices.

One of the focus areas of the task force, would be to review the transportation and preservation processes, and see how government can intervene in those aspects to bring down food prices.

The Task Force, which would be meeting with the Ag. President in the discharge of its urgent assignment, will therefore draw out a practical plan and present same to the Council next week.

Members of the Task Force include:

1. Minister of agriculture and rural development, Chief Audu Ogbeh

2. Minister of finance, Mrs Kemi Adeosun

3. Minister of industry, trade and development, Dr. Okey Enelamah

4. Minister of transportation, Rotimi Amaechi

5. Minister for water resources, Engr. Suleiman Adamu

6. Minister of labour and employment, Dr. Chris Ngige

7. The Offices of the Chief of Staff to the President and the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)