Niamey hosted the official launch of the 2025 edition of the government’s initiative to sell cereals at moderate prices on Wednesday, August 20, aiming to support households and address ongoing food insecurity challenges.
The ceremony took place at the Kouraatégui Youth Center in the Niamey 2 communal district and was presided over by the Governor of the region, Major General Assoumane Abdou Harouna.
The event brought together a wide range of officials, including the Delegate Administrator of the City of Niamey, Colonel Soumana Boubacar Garanké, delegated administrators from the city’s five communal districts, regional general secretaries, municipal officials, and traditional leaders.
Members of the public also attended in large numbers, reflecting the importance of the initiative.
Governor Assoumane Abdou Harouna highlighted that nearly six percent of Niger’s population remains vulnerable to food insecurity, based on last year’s estimates.
He stressed the commitment of President Abdourahamane Tiani and Prime Minister Ali Mahaman Lamine Zeine to implement concrete measures to alleviate the population’s burden.
“The operation to sell cereals at moderate prices is part of the National Plan to Respond to Food and Nutrition Insecurity,” he said.
For this year’s edition, Niamey will receive a total quota of 850 tons of cereals, including 600 tons of rice, 100 tons of millet, 100 tons of corn, and 50 tons of sorghum.
Supplies will be distributed across the five districts to ensure equitable access.
Governor Harouna emphasized that administrators and local officials must carry out the operation with transparency and rigor, following directives from the national food crisis prevention and management system.
The initiative has been met with significant public enthusiasm.
Prices have been set to ensure affordability: rice is offered at 1,100 CFA francs, while millet, corn, and sorghum are priced at 325 CFA francs.
A monitoring and control committee has also been established to oversee stock management and maintain transparency.
Through this program, authorities aim not only to address immediate household needs but also to strengthen trust between the state and citizens.
By providing essential foodstuffs at reasonable prices, the operation serves as both a tool of social relief and a demonstration of Niger’s commitment to food security.
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