Amidst its associated disruptions in production and supply chains, which led to global increase in the price of most commodities, the resilience of our farmers and the interventions of the CBN continued to ensure the provision of the needed food stock for the populace. 4.
Your Excellency, permit me to commend the Nigeria smallholder farmers and the leadership of the various commodity associations for their diligence, bravery, patriotism, and adaptability. The past few years have been quite challenging as they have battled with insurgency, banditry, lock downs and other related setbacks.