Breaking: Buhari set to re-open Nigeria’s land borders soon

Follow 9News Nigeria On Social Media

Nigerian closed land borders
Nigerian closed land borders
Social sharing

Arrangements are on the way to re-open Nigerian borders that have remained closed by President Buhari since August 2019. The Federal Government’s plan to re-open the borders was disclosed by the Special Assistant to the President of Nigeria @MBuhari on Digital & News Media.

The statements which was posted on the Digital and News Media Assistant’s twitter handle read:

“Min of Finance, on Land Border Reopening: We‘ve reached a reasonable level of understanding with our neighbors; a clear commitment to complying with the trade protocols they were previously abusing. The final decision will be made by Mr. President, once this pandemic is over.”

Recall that In August 2019, President Muhammadu Buhari had ordered closure of Nigeria’s land border with Benin Republic, preventing the import of goods. The move significantly affected trade in foodstuffs, which had already been affected by various past import restrictions. This move according to the presidency was part of an effort to tackle smuggling and associated corruption, but also to spur the domestic agricultural industry.

READ ALSO  BREAKING!!! Security Forces Kill Bandit Leader Who Shot Down Military Helicopter (Photo)
Nigerian Security Operatives Intercepting Goods At Borders
Nigerian Security Operatives Intercepting Goods At Borders

On October 14, the Nigerian presidency further ordered closures of all Nigeria’s borders with Benin, as well as those with all other countries, for the same reasons given above.

With the market for smuggled food now restricted, domestic food prices—already high—skyrocketed, and the economy of neighbouring Benin—a staging area for smuggling into Nigeria—has been devastated. Imports into Nigeria were to come through sea ports, where customs duties were to be imposed more easily than at land borders. Nigeria’s vital oil exports were not affected by the policy.

READ ALSO: FG says borders will remain closed as neighbours fail conditions – Lai Mohammed

General Muhammadu Buhari - Nigerian President Speaks on West African Border Security
General Muhammadu Buhari – Nigerian President Speaks on West African Border Security

These land borders remained closed In spite of enormous outcry and criticisms from different kinds of pressure groups, stake holders and the Nigerian masses for the opening of the borders, the presidency had maintained adamancy until now.

Nigerians are in high hope and expectations for when the borders will be re-opened as that will obviously trigger economic recovery for Nigeria.

Report by Obinna Ejianya @obinna_ejianya
9News Nigeria – Australia

READ MORE ON NIGERIAN BORDER CLOSURES

Leave your comment on this post

THE ROTTEN FISH: CAN OF WORMS OPENED OF APC & TINUBU'S GOVERNMENT OVER NIGERIA'S ECONOMIC DOWNTURN

WATCH THE CRITICAL ANALYSIS AND KNOW THE RESPONSIBLE PARTIES TO BLAME FOR NIGERIA'S ECONOMIC CHALLENGES, WHILE CITIZENS ENDURE SEVERE HARDSHIPS.
READ ALSO  Protesters Shut Down Port Harcourt International Airport (Photo)

Watch this episode of ISSUES IN THE NEWS on 9News Nigeria featuring Peter Obi's Special Adviser, Dr Katch Ononuju, 9News Nigeria Publisher, Obinna Ejianya and Tinubu Support Group Leader, McHezekiah Eherechi

The economic crisis and hardship in Nigeria are parts of the discussion.


Watch, leave your comments, and share to create more awareness on this issue.


#9NewsNigeria #Nigeria #issuesInTheNews #politics #tinubu THE ROTTEN FISH: CAN OF WORMS OPENED ...
DON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE YOUR COMMENTS FOR SUBSEQUENT UPDATES
#9newsnigeria #economia #economy #nigeria #government @9newsng
www.9newsng.com

Leave your comment

Click on the link below or Scan the QR Code to join the 9News Nigeria WhatsApp Channel

9News Nigeria Investigative Reports WhatsApp Channel
9News Nigeria Investigative Reports WhatsApp Channel
About 9News Nigeria 13308 Articles
9News Nigeria is Nigeria's favourite news source. For Authentic, Unbiased News on Politics, Business, Sports, Technology, Entertainment and Lifestyles, Health, Nollywood, Crime and Investigations, Family and Relationships, Inspirations .. and much more. For Latest News from Africa and around the world, 9News Nigeria is your best source. WhatsApp +2348115805632 Email: info@9newsng.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/9NewsNG | Twitter/Instagram: @9newsng

Be the first to comment

Leave your comment