Millions of Nigerians may face severe hunger in the next few months as the country’s food crisis continues to worsen, the United Nations has warned.
The organisation said about 35 million people could struggle to get enough food between June and August this year, especially as rising prices and economic hardship continue to hit families across the country.
According to the UN, northern Nigeria remains the most affected area, with insecurity and displacement making survival even harder for many communities.
The body warned that without urgent support, many families may be forced to cut down on meals, sell their belongings or withdraw their children from school just to cope with the hardship.
The crisis is also expected to have a serious impact on children. Reports show that around 6.4 million children in the North-East and North-West could suffer acute malnutrition this year.
Humanitarian agencies are now calling for more financial assistance, saying current funding is far below what is needed to help struggling communities.
For many Nigerians already battling the high cost of living, the warning highlights a painful reality that keeps getting worse by the day.
