World Bank Warns Of Impending Food Crisis In Nigeria’s Northern States

World Bank Warns Of Impending Food Crisis In Nigeria’s Northern States....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The World Bank has identified seven northern states in Nigeria as facing a looming threat of food insecurity in 2024, according to its latest food security report. The report underscores the impact of insecurity and armed conflicts on three northeastern states (Borno, Adamawa, Yobe) and four northwestern states (Kaduna, Katsina, Sokoto, Zamfara), potentially plunging them into a food crisis……..CONTINUE READING

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The World Bank’s analysis suggests that a majority of areas in West and Central Africa will experience minimal food insecurity (IPC Phase 1) until May 2024, with some areas classified as Stressed IPC 2. However, the report highlights that Nigeria, specifically the far north regions of Adamawa, Borno, Kaduna, Katsina, Sokoto, Yobe, and Zamfara states, is expected to reach crisis food security levels (IPC Phase 3). This is primarily attributed to ongoing insecurity, armed conflicts, and deteriorating livelihoods in these areas.

In particular, the report points out that certain regions in Northeastern states, such as Abadam, Bama, Guzamala, Marte, and others, will likely experience Emergency food security levels (IPC Phase 4). This heightened level of insecurity is expected to result from limited household food stocks, restricted access to markets, and challenges in receiving humanitarian aid.

The report also draws attention to the global issue of inflation, noting that over 63.2% of low-income countries have experienced inflation levels surpassing 5%, representing a 1.3%-point increase compared to the previous food update on January 17, 2023.

As previously reported by BUSHRADIOGIST, Nigeria has been grappling with a food crisis, leading to soaring prices of food items in the market. This crisis is exacerbated by challenges faced by farmers in the north, who are unable to cultivate their lands due to the pervasive banditry affecting the region.

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