‘Somalia, Sudan Will Be Child’s Play If Hunger Crisis Explodes In Nigeria’ – Mahdi Shehu

Mahdi Shehu, in a statement titled "Visible Hunger Nigeria v Pretenders," warned that Nigeria could face a hunger crisis similar to Somalia and Sudan if the current situation is not addressed. He highlighted the widespread starvation and malnutrition affecting millions of citizens due to poor governance.

Shehu criticized political leaders for denying the extent of the crisis and emphasized the urgent need for a unified national response. The article noted that food inflation in Nigeria has reached a nearly twenty-year high, with many families struggling to afford basic nutrition.

The situation has become a national emergency, with displaced people in camps, undernourished schoolchildren, and families facing hardship. The article called for a comprehensive governmental strategy, private sector collaboration, and international partnerships to address food insecurity and prioritize the most vulnerable populations.

It stressed the importance of political determination and commitment to prevent a full-blown crisis.