Nigeria Faces Worst Hunger Crisis in Decade

Nigerias Northern Region Faces Worst Hunger Crisis in a Decade: A new report from the World Food Program warns that northern Nigeria is on the brink of a severe hunger crisis, with 35 million people expected to face severe hunger by 2026. This would be the highest number on the African continent and the largest since the agency began tracking data in Nigeria. Borno state, the center of Nigerias security crisis, is expected to see at least 15,000 people face catastrophic hunger, including famine-like conditions next year. The widespread attacks by various armed groups have prevented farmers from working their land, making the situation even worse. Meanwhile, an al-Qaida-affiliated group recently claimed responsibility for its first attack in Nigeria, adding to the growing number of armed groups operating in the country. The situation is further exacerbated by a large reduction in United Nations food assistance, which has left millions of people without support. Without confirmed funding, the crisis could fuel further instability and deepen a crisis that the world simply cannot afford to ignore. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.