The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security has cancelled its previously announced three-day prayer and fasting event that was intended to seek divine intervention for Nigeria's food security challenges. The decision comes after significant public backlash regarding the ministry's approach to addressing the nation's food crisis.
According to official communications, an internal memo signed by Mrs. Adedayo Modupe O., the Director of Administration, had initially invited directors and senior officers to participate in prayer sessions scheduled for June 16th, 23rd, and 30th, 2025, at the ministry's headquarters in Abuja.
However, a subsequent notice issued by the same director announced the indefinite suspension of the event. The ministry did not provide specific reasons for the reversal in its communication.
Public Reaction and Criticism
The cancellation follows intense criticism from Nigerians across social media platforms. Many citizens questioned the ministry's decision to rely on spiritual intervention rather than implementing concrete policy measures to address the worsening food security situation in the country.
Critics argued that the prayer initiative reflected a tendency toward "spiritual escapism" rather than tackling the root causes of food inflation and declining agricultural output. Public sentiment largely favored practical solutions involving farmers and stakeholders in the food supply chain to improve logistics and policy frameworks that would expedite food delivery to consumers.
The controversy highlights the growing tension between traditional approaches to problem-solving and the urgent need for evidence-based policy interventions as Nigeria continues to face significant challenges in ensuring food security for its population.
Meanwhile, the son of late Sheikh Abubakar Giro has reportedly died in Kebbi State, according to related news from the region.
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