The immediate past president of Nigeria Muhammadu Buhari has advised president Bola Ahmed Tinubu to control the country’s population and work on ensuring that the country produces what it consumes.
Speaking after attending Eid prayers with the Emir of Daura, Katsina State Dr Faruk Umar Faruk, Buhari lauded the efforts of Nigerians who have resorted to farming to mitigate rising food prices and ensure national food security.
In a statement made by his media aide, Garba Shehu, Buhari who emphasized the need for greater discussion and awareness about the problem of uncontrolled population growth also stressed the need for the country to invest more in education and health.
“Let us grow our own food. We have shown that we can do it. This is not the time to relent when we see prices going up. Let us buy what is produced in the country.
“The foundation of a prosperous and stable country has been laid by successive governments, and I encourage our youth, in particular, to continue to play an active role in various nation-building efforts.” He added.
