{
  "id": 17361112,
  "title": "33.5m people in 26 states face food crisis in 2027 – Report",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/31/33-5m-people-in-26-states-face-food-crisis-in-2027-report",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-31T05:13:09.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Trust",
    "slug": "daily-trust",
    "url": "https://dailytrust.com/33-5m-people-in-26-states-face-food-crisis-in-2027-report/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In 2027, an estimated 33.5 million individuals across 26 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) of Nigeria are projected to encounter a severe food and nutrition crisis, according to the latest Cadre Harmonisé (CH) report. This alarming projection is based on the anticipated decline in household food stocks, soaring food prices, reduced purchasing power, and disrupted livelihoods. The report, released during a workshop in Abuja, also highlights that 26.8 million people experienced a food and nutrition crisis from October to December 2026, including internally displaced persons in the same regions.\n\nThe primary drivers of the crisis are conflict and insecurity, which have led to substantial displacements and heightened vulnerabilities among the population. Other contributing factors include the high price of fuel, which hampers food production and distribution, as well as climate shocks that adversely affect crop yields, agricultural productivity, and overall food availability. Moreover, soaring food inflation exacerbates the already dire situation, making it even more challenging for individuals to access adequate nourishment.\n\nDr. Hussein Gadain, the representative of the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) in Nigeria and to the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), emphasized that the Cadre Harmonisé is a government-led initiative with partner support. This ownership is vital for the report's credibility, relevance, and long-term sustainability. Speaking at the workshop in Abuja, Dr. Gadain pointed out that Nigeria, as Africa's most populous country and a leading agricultural economy, possesses immense potential to achieve food and nutrition security and drive agrifood transformation. However, he also acknowledged the complex challenges facing Nigeria's agrifood systems, including insecurity, climate-related shocks, economic pressures, environmental degradation, and population displacement. The report's findings aim to assist the Nigerian government and its partners in anticipating these pressures, safeguarding vulnerable livelihoods, and directing investments towards areas with the greatest potential impact.",
  "summary": "An estimated 33.5 million people, including internally displaced persons in 26 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), are projected to face a food and nutrition crisis, or even more severe conditions between June and August 2027. The figures were contained in the latest report of the Cadre Harmonisé (CH) Results Presentation and Release Workshop […]",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}