CDS hails Lagos govt over “Produce for Lagos” initiative
By Sumaila Ogbaje
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa, has commended the Lagos State Government for the launch of the “Produce for Lagos” Programme and its ₦500 billion Offtake Guarantee Fund.
Speaking at the official unveiling of the programme on Wednesday, Musa described it as a visionary initiative that would bridge the critical link between food security and national stability.
This is contained in a statement by the Director of Defence Information, Brig.-Gen. Tukur Gusau, on Wednesday in Abuja.
The CDS expressed admiration for the bold collaboration between Lagos State, the private sector, and the Lagos Food Systems Infrastructure Company (LAFSINCO).
He said that the initiative came at a crucial time when Nigeria was in urgent need of resilient and sustainable strategies to enhance food systems and economic security.
Musa acknowledged the strategic alignment of the initiative with the Lagos State Agriculture and Food System Roadmap of 2021, applauding the state’s data-driven approach to strengthening agricultural value chains.
He emphasised that food security remains one of the most effective and non-kinetic tools in preventing insecurity, poverty, and unemployment across the nation.
The defence chief added that Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) such as LAFSINCO, Ekolog, and the Lagos Bulk Trading Company were establishing a replicable framework that not only boosts food production and logistics but also safeguards livelihoods across the country.
He also praised the consistent excellence in governance exhibited by Lagos State, highlighting its economic growth trajectory, infrastructural strides, and strategic urban planning as benchmarks in subnational leadership.
He commended Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu for sustaining and expanding the legacy of innovation and vision laid by President Bola Tinubu.
Musa reaffirmed the commitment of the Armed Forces of Nigeria to supporting non-kinetic strategies that promote peace and stability.
He also extended appreciation to President Tinubu, for his continued support to the nation’s security architecture. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
Edited by Yakubu Uba
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