The world bank has revealed that Nigeria is facing a worsening food security crisis, with over one million additional people experiencing severe food insecurity in 2024 compared to the previous year.
A recently released Food Security Update Report highlighted that countries like Nigeria, Ethiopia and Yemen have seen a significant rise in the number of people facing acute food shortages.
“18 countries experienced worsening situations due to factors including intensified conflict and climate-related shocks, such as droughts. Notable examples include Ethiopia, Nigeria, and Yemen, each witnessing an increase of more than one million people facing high levels of food insecurity from the previous year”.
The report attributes Nigeria’s growing crisis to a combination of climate-induced issues and socio-political instability in various regions.
