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Insecurity And The Food Crisis in Northern Nigeria

Global UpfrontSep 7, 2024September 7, 20240

By Muazu Mohammed Northern Nigeria, once known for its vast agricultural potential, is now gripped by a severe food crisis fueled by escalating insecurity especially

31.8 Million Nigerians Grappling With Acute Food Insecurity, Says FAO

Global UpfrontAug 28, 2024August 28, 20240

The Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) on Tuesday said that over 31.8 million Nigerians were suffering from acute food insecurity, worsened by malnutrition among women

One Year After: Food Insecurity Persists Despite State Of Emergency Proclamation

Global UpfrontAug 19, 2024August 19, 20240

On July 13, 2023, President Bola Tinubu declared a state of emergency to address the escalating food crisis; however, despite several interventions, food insecurity in

Food Crisis: Reclaim Farmlands From Criminals

Global UpfrontJul 15, 2024July 15, 20240

On Monday, July 8, 2024, the Federal Government took a long-expected step to tame hunger by suspending tariffs on the importation of staple food items

Hunger In Nigeria: Senate Panics, Fears Attack, Seeks Solution As It Predicts Imminent Nationwide Protests

Global UpfrontJul 10, 2024July 10, 20240

The Nigerian Senate on Tuesday engaged in a panic debate on hunger and hardship facing the citizens across the country, fearing attack and revolt from

APC Confirms Death Of Member Trampled With 6 Others During Rush For N10,000 Customs Rice In Lagos

Global UpfrontFeb 25, 2024February 25, 20240

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has confirmed the death of one of its members, Comfort Funmilayo Adebanjo, and six others in the bid to purchase

Red Cross Declares Nigeria’s Hunger Crisis Alarming, Demands Immediate Attention

Global UpfrontFeb 20, 2024February 20, 20240

Nigerian Red Cross Society (NRCS) on Monday that Nigeria’s hunger crisis has reached an alarming state, saying the situation demands immediate attention and collective effort

Food Insecurity Is A Big Threat To Nigeria, Says Peter Obi

Global UpfrontJan 29, 2024January 29, 20240

The Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 elections, Mr Peter Obi, on Monday said that food insecurity remains a big threat

Food Insecurity And Malnutrition Reach New Highs Of 6.2 Million Next Year In West, Central Africa As Funding To Address Acute Needs Dwindles – WFP

Global UpfrontDec 12, 2023December 12, 20230

Despite considerable efforts by governments and partners, food insecurity continues to worsen in West and Central Africa with the number of hungry people set to

Nigeria’s Food Insecurity: Declaring A State Of Emergency Isn’t A Real Solution – Here’s What Is

Global UpfrontJul 25, 2023July 25, 20230

By Stephen Onyeiwu Nigerians doing their grocery shopping in July 2023 are paying 25% more for staple items than they did a year ago. Nigeria’s