The National Economic Council has approved N83.2 billion for the Anticipatory Action Task Force to mitigate anticipated flooding and climate emergencies nationwide.
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‎The approval was made on Thursday at NEC’s 158th meeting following a presentation by the Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Atiku Bagudu, on proactive measures for the rainy season.
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‎Council Chairman, Vice President Kashim Shettima, said the President Tinubu administration’s reforms must deliver visible results for ordinary Nigerians.
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‎He urged states to work with the Federal Government to remove logistics and compliance barriers preventing farm produce from reaching international markets.
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‎Senator Shettima noted that NEC must move beyond reactionary responses to disasters.
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‎He said the Council’s work should be measured by improvements in the lives of farmers, manufacturers, vulnerable citizens, unemployed youths, and children.
NEC Approves N83.2bn for Flood Mitigation, Urges States to Ease Farm Exports
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