President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday received a delegation of Rice Processors Association of Nigeria in Abuja.
During the visit, he commended the farmers, millers and rice dealers for signing a Memorandum of Understanding and described the move as a major step forward.
He, therefore, promised to ensure that quality Nigerian rice is sold at an affordable price.
He also promised that cost of production of the staple food will be reduced for farmers.
The Kebbi State Governor Atiku Bagudu, Jigawa State Governor Abubakar Badaru, President Rice Processors Association of Nigeria Mohammed Abubakar and Senator Adamu Aliero and other top government officials were also present.
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