Renowned socio-political commentator, Shehu Sani, has drawn attention to the critical issue of farmer insecurity and its impact on achieving food security in Nigeria.

Sani expressed concern over the continuous slaughter of farmers by terrorists and the extortion of levies from farming communities by bandits, stating that these factors hinder the nation’s ability to achieve food security.

In a tweet, Sani emphasized the inherent contradiction of striving for food security while farmers face the constant threat of violence and extortion…CONTINUE READING

He criticized the deceptive portrayal of rice pyramids and the futility of closing land borders, asserting that these actions are exposed by the declaration of a state of emergency on food security.

It is worth noting that President Bola Tinubu recently declared a state of emergency on food in a bid to alleviate the sufferings experienced by Nigerians following the removal of fuel subsidy.

This decision was made after extensive consultations with stakeholders in the food and agriculture value chain, including the Central Bank of Nigeria, Customs, Farmers Association, and financial experts.

Sani’s statement sheds light on the urgent need to address the issue of farmer insecurity in Nigeria. Without ensuring the safety and well-being of farmers, achieving food security becomes a formidable challenge.

The nation must confront the underlying factors contributing to farmer insecurity, such as terrorism and banditry, in order to safeguard the agricultural sector and ensure a stable and abundant food supply for all Nigerians.