Nigeria at Risk of Food Shortage Despite Fertilizer Boom, Report Warns

A report warns of a looming food shortage in Nigeria despite a boom in fertilizer production. The country's agriculture sector is facing challenges such as high input costs, climate shocks, and poor access to fertilizers for small-scale farmers.

Nigeria's fertilizer production capacity has increased, but the distribution system remains weak, hindering domestic consumption. The report highlights the need to address structural inefficiencies to improve food security and agricultural productivity.