The president made this revelation while lamenting the Kebbi flood which took a number of lives and destroyed several farm produce.
Buhari said he is saddened by the event and described it as a major setback to the effort of the country in boosting local rice production.
The president grieved with farmers who were affected by the flood, saying the disaster could not have come at a worse time for farmers who were expecting a bountiful harvest to reduce the cost of food in markets.
He further sympathized with families and farmers who were affected by the disaster, saying the federal government would work closely with the state government to bring relief to all victims.
Boosting local rice production is part of President Buhari’s commitment to revive agriculture in the country.
AFRICA DAILY NEWS, NEW YORK
