Breaking: Tinubu Orders Ban On Raw Shea Nut Export With Immediate Effect

President Bola Tinubu has ordered a temporary ban on the export of raw shea nuts, with immediate effect.

Naija News reports that the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications, Office of the Vice President, Stanley Nkwocha, made this known in a statement on Tuesday in Abuja.

According to the News Agency of Nigeria, Vice President Kashim Shettima presided over the implementation meeting with critical stakeholders on the Presidential directive.

Confirming the directives, the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari, explained that the decision aims to encourage value addition through local processing, strengthen the agro-industrial sector, and ensure Nigeria benefits more from its agricultural resources.

He further noted that the policy aligns with regional trends across West Africa, where countries such as Ghana and Burkina Faso have adopted similar restrictions to stimulate domestic industries, create jobs, and maximize foreign exchange earnings from processed shea products.

In other news,  Tinubu has expressed sadness over the Abuja–Kadun a train derailment, which occurred on Tuesday.

The Nigerian leader, in a reaction via his personal 𝕏 account, expressed solidarity and sent prayers to the injured, their families, and all passengers who went through this distressing experience.

President Tinubu added that he is awaiting a full briefing on the incident and has directed full support for all those affected.

He assured that the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) is addressing the situation and working towards ensuring steps are put in place to prevent similar occurrences in the future.

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