Nigeria’s Food Prices Stay High as Processing and Distribution Gaps Persist, Says Agriculture Minister

Nigeria’s Minister of Agriculture announced that food prices remain elevated despite a rise in agricultural output under President Tinubu’s administration. The minister attributed the price pressure to significant gaps in processing and distribution infrastructure. While farmers have increased yields, the lack of efficient post‑harvest facilities and inadequate supply‑chain networks prevent surplus produce from reaching markets at lower costs. The statement underscores that higher production alone does not guarantee affordability; the bottlenecks in moving goods from farms to consumers must be addressed. The government is expected to review policies that strengthen processing plants and improve logistics to bridge the gap between production gains and consumer prices.