Due to the high cost of yams, most FCT residents have moved their patronage to Irish potatoes and sweet potatoes, as alternative to the staple food.
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Addressing journalists in Abuja on Monday, Ogbeh dismissed the criticisms of the policy, saying the effort was in the best interest of the nation’s economy.
He said that it was necessary to allay the fears of the citizens that yam would soon become scarce and costlier because of its export.
The Governor, David Umahi, who made the disclosure to journalists in Abakaliki, said the move was in line with the Federal Government’s efforts