Adeyanju Commends Tinubu’s Directive to Customs to Return Seized Foodstuffs to Owners, Wants President to Tackle Insecurity 

Human Rights lawyer and Convener of Concerned Nigerians, Deji Adeyanju, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his recent decision to direct the Customs Service to return seized food items to their rightful owners. 

Adeyanju said this demonstrates President Tinubu’s commitment to tackling hunger and food insecurity in the country.

In a statement on Monday, Adeyanju said, “President Tinubu’s directive to the Customs Service reflects his responsiveness to the concerns and criticisms raised by the public.” 

He said the prevailing insecurity caused by banditry and other criminal activities had significantly impacted the agricultural sector, noting that many farmers are unable to go to their farms due to the fear of attacks, resulting in reduced agricultural productivity and food scarcity.

Adeyanju also urged President Tinubu to temporarily remove import duties on all imported food items, adding that this measure will help alleviate the current challenges faced by Nigerians.

“I commend the President’s ability to listen to critics and respond accordingly, as demonstrated by his recent decisions”, he said.