Govt. Policy & Regulatory

With the scheme supplying more than 60 per cent of the country’s rice, farmers argued that the government should prioritise local rice.

SEA cautions that the new requirements may be challenging for thousands of small producers who lack digital infrastructure.

The regulation targets retail-packaged edible oils, excluding those used as ingredients in manufacturing.

The new rules address data gaps and simplify outdated provisions, enhancing transparency across both organised and unorganised sectors.

The initiative marks a strategic pivot toward modernising the sector and reclaiming Nigeria’s status as a global palm oil powerhouse.