Peter Obi Decries Nigeria’s Hunger Crisis Despite Rich Arable Lands
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Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has lamented Nigeria’s severe hunger crisis, despite being endowed with vast arable lands. In a statement marking World Food Day, Obi noted that food prices are skyrocketing, making basic items unaffordable for most Nigerians.
Key points:
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- 31.8 million Nigerians face acute food shortages due to security challenges and fuel subsidy removal.
- 15.6 million children in Nigeria face hunger.
- The Global Hunger Index ranks Nigeria among the 20 most hungry nations.
- The UN predicts 82 million Nigerians (64% of the population) may face hunger by 2030 if food insecurity isn’t addressed.
Obi advocates for prioritizing agricultural investments, combating insecurity, and adopting modern farming methods to achieve food security. He emphasizes Nigeria’s potential to become a productive nation with abundant food supply.
