By Francesca Hangeior.
Former President Muhammadu Buhari has stressed the importance of self-reliance in food production.
Speaking after attending Eid prayers with the Emir of Daura, Katsina State Dr Faruk Umar Faruk, Buhari lauded the efforts of Nigerians who have turned to farming to mitigate rising food prices and ensure national food security.
This was contained in a statement by his media aide, Garba Shehu.
He appealed to citizens to continue striving for self-reliance by growing and consuming locally produced food.