Hunger in northern Nigeria reaches worst levels in nearly a decade, WFP says
Hunger in northern Nigeria has reached its worst levels in nearly a decade, according to the World Food Programme (WFP). The agency said insecurity, economic pressures and funding shortfalls have deepened the crisis. The WFP warned that urgent support is needed.
Hunger in northern Nigeria has reached its worst levels in nearly a decade, according to the World Food Programme. The agency said millions of people are facing food insecurity.
According to the WFP, insecurity, rising food prices and economic pressures are among the main factors deepening the crisis. The agency also stressed that funding shortfalls are limiting relief operations.
The WFP warned that urgent and sustained support is needed to prevent the situation from worsening. Contributions from donor countries and security conditions in the region are cited as factors that will shape aid access in the period ahead.
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