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Lagos State opens ‘Ounje Eko’ food market, discounts rice, garri, bread

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The Lagos State government has announced the commencement of ‘Ounje Eko’ food markets where discounted food items would be sold across the five divisions of Lagos on Sunday March 17, 2024.

In a statement signed by Commissioner of Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu gave the directive in a bid to cushion the effect of the economic hardship on residents of the state.

Food items like rice, beans, garri, bread, eggs, tomatoes, pepper, among others – will be sold at 25% discount to residents.

To prevent sharp practices and ensure the foodstuff reaches many Lagosians, a voucher system will be introduced as the pilot scheme kicks off.

“Independent payment solution providers and food vendors have been identified and carefully selected to operate the process. They will also provide real-time data on the exercise for monitoring.

“For the purpose of transparency, prices of the items have also been listed. A 5kg bag of rice would sell for N5,325 while 1kg goes for N1,065; 5kg bag of Beans – N6,225 while 1kg would sell for N1,245. Prices of other staple food items will also be made available through various media outlets.

“The markets will be open at 27 locations in Ikeja; six in Lagos Island; nine in Ikorodu; five in Epe; and 10 in Badagry divisions.

“Mr. Governor has called on all Lagosians to cooperate with the operators at the various locations, monitor the process, and provide feedback through official channels of the Lagos State Government.

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