Business Insider Africa presents the top 10 African countries with the highest number of hungry people.
This list is courtesy of the Hunger Hotspots report by the United Nations (FAO) and the World Food Programme (WFP).
Countries mentioned on the list are at risk of facing even more food insecurity should the issues not be addressed.
Top 10 African Countries with the Highest Number of Hungry People
1. Nigeria
2. Ethiopia
3. Democratic Republic of the Congo
4. Sudan
5. Tanzania
6. Uganda
7. Mozambique
8. Kenya
9. South Sudan
10. Madagascar
Nigeria’s Hunger Crisis: A Call to Action for Tinubu’s Clueless Administration
Nigeria, the giant of Africa, stands tall with a wealth of resources and a vibrant population. Yet, paradoxically, it harbors the highest number of hungry people on the continent. This troubling reality is not just a statistic; it’s a harsh indictment of leadership failure and misplaced priorities.
How did we get here? How did a nation blessed with fertile lands, abundant natural resources, and resilient people become the poster child for hunger? The answer lies in a toxic cocktail of poor governance, corruption, and a chronic disconnect between the rulers and the ruled.
A Broken System
Under the administration of President Bola Tinubu, we have witnessed policies that seem designed to serve the elites while the common Nigerian is left to fend for themselves. The promise of “renewed hope” has turned into a mirage for the average citizen. The government’s focus has been on superficial reforms that fail to address the root causes of poverty and hunger. It’s like trying to cure malaria with paracetamol – the symptoms may be masked temporarily, but the disease rages on.
Misplaced Priorities
While politicians dine on lavish banquets, millions of Nigerians struggle to find their next meal. The agricultural sector, once the backbone of our economy, has been neglected. Farmers are left without support, facing threats from insecurity, climate change, and lack of infrastructure. Instead of investing in sustainable agriculture, the government squanders resources on vanity projects and bailouts for failing businesses owned by their cronies.
The Impact of Corruption
Corruption is the cancer eating away at the soul of our nation. Funds meant for development are siphoned off by greedy officials, leaving crumbs for the masses. It’s no surprise that Nigeria’s hunger crisis has worsened when the little resources we have are embezzled. The Tinubu administration must understand that you can’t plant corn and harvest yam. If the seeds of corruption are sown, the fruits of poverty and hunger are inevitable.
A Call for Accountability
President Tinubu, it’s time to wake up and smell the coffee. The ordinary Nigerian is not asking for the moon; we just want a fair shot at a decent life. Your administration must shift its focus from serving the privileged few to uplifting the majority. Invest in agriculture, create jobs, and provide a safety net for the vulnerable. If you fail to address these issues, history will remember you not as a leader, but as a puppet of the elites.
Nigerians, let’s hold our leaders accountable. We deserve better than empty promises and clueless governance. We must demand policies that prioritize our well-being over the interests of the rich and powerful. It’s time to put an end to the era of suffering in the land of plenty. Let’s ensure that no Nigerian goes to bed hungry again.
In the words of our elders, “A hungry man is an angry man.” The Tinubu administration must heed this wisdom and act decisively. The time for empty rhetoric is over; the time for action is now. Nigeria’s future depends on it.
– Africa business insider