It argued that a stronger currency would translate into lower food and commodity prices and provide relief to Nigerian workers. “We are calling on government to sustain this policy and solve the state of insecurity so that our farmers could go back to farms.” Osifo reiterated that emergency food importation remains necessary until domestic security allows farmers to return to the fields and restore supply. “CBN has what it takes to manage the exchange rate to about 1,000 naira to a dollar.” On security and state police, Osifo urged the administration and National Assembly to fast-track a state police bill despite electoral-year objections.