Agric equipment Nigeria - As part of measures to diversify the country’s economy, the Nigerian government has removed import duty on agricultural equipment.

The private Guardian Newspaper Friday quoted the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Mr. Abdullahi Dikko, as saying the gesture would help to boost local agricultural production, generate employment and reduce youth restiveness in the country.

“We have realized that we have to face the reality of the times. Agriculture is a backbone of any economy. We are now moving towards agriculture.

“The President has removed all import duty on agriculture equipment and we try to patronize goods that are being manufactured in Nigeria to boost our own production, create more employment opportunities and reduce restiveness so that, at least, the country will have peace and we will move politically and economically.’’ he added.

Pana 06/01/2012