Prolonged Middle East conflict could push 45 million people into acute hunger – UN warns
The United Nations has raised alarms that the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran could push 45 million more people into acute hunger if it continues through June. The warning was issued by the World Food Programme (WFP), highlighting fears of a worsening global food crisis. WFP Deputy Executive Director Carl Skau […]
Kebbi malnutrition crisis deepens as children face life-threatening hunger
The malnutrition crisis in Kebbi State is becoming more severe, putting thousands of children at risk of hunger, illness, and early death. Health workers say many families are struggling to provide enough food, while hospitals and nutrition centres are overwhelmed by the growing number of sick children. What was once seen as a seasonal problem […]
Experts warn as Katsina’s child hunger, deaths nine times higher than Gaza
A new report from Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has revealed a heartbreaking reality in Katsina State—652 young children died from hunger-related illnesses in the first six months of 2025. Shockingly, this number is far greater than that of Gaza, even though Katsina is not a conflict zone. UNICEF reported that in Gaza, child hunger deaths […]
Tinubu Closes Doors, Even Ministers Struggle to Meet Him – Senator Ndume
Senate Chief Whip Ali Ndume is worried about the increasing living costs and food shortages. Ndume told BBC Hausa that the government’s failure to address these problems is a big issue, and some ministers can’t meet with President Bola Tinubu to talk about it. He said that even ministers and National Assembly members can’t meet […]
Rising Costs of Tomatoes and Peppers in Lagos: Causes and Concerns
The Chairman of Mile 12 International Market in Lagos, Shehu Usman Jubrin, explained the recent spike in prices of tomatoes, peppers, and other perishables. He attributed this primarily to widespread insecurity and other contributing factors. Prices of these perishable items have surged threefold, alarming many Nigerians. In an interview with Channels TV on June 17, […]