The ongoing hunger crisis in Nigeria has reached an alarming level, significantly impacting the daily lives of countless citizens. Jeff Ojinika, a former member of the House of Assembly, has drawn attention to this critical issue by highlighting the severe inflation in the cost of essential goods and its devastating effects on families.
Ojinika provides a stark illustration of the situation, noting, “If you get to the market today in Abuja here, there’s a very small market on the airport road. If you enter with ₦50,000 to shop for the family, by the time you finish, you feel robbed.” This observation underscores the widespread frustration and sense of helplessness that many Nigerians feel as they struggle to afford basic necessities.
He elaborates further, stating, “You feel as if somebody robbed you. You can hardly put food on the table of the people. So there is hunger, there is starvation, it is palpable in the air.” These words resonate deeply, capturing the harsh reality faced by numerous households where the cost of living has skyrocketed, making it increasingly difficult to provide for daily needs.
Ojinika points out that “everything revolves around good governance,” emphasizing that the essence of good governance should reflect positively on the lives of average citizens. It is imperative for the government and relevant stakeholders to take swift and effective action to alleviate the suffering of millions of Nigerians and ensure that every family can afford the basic necessity of food…..Viêw_ More
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