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A report by a think thank, SBM Intelligence has shown that about 50% of minimum wage earners in Nigeria spend all their earnings on food.

This is even as the report raised the alarm about what it tagged targeted attacks on Nigerian states that produce food for the country.Nigerian cultural tours

The report lamented that climate change has led to increased food insecurity in the country, hereby encouraging malnutrition.

"The combined impact of climate change and insecurity leads to heightened food insecurity, particularly among vulnerable populations."

"A nutritionist in Kano State observed, "We're seeing a surge in child malnutrition. Many families eat just once a day."

"The severe food production and supply chain disruptions directly contribute to increased malnutrition rates. The global reports indicate that the spread of conflict, alongside climate and economic stressors, is a primary driver pushing millions towards acute food insecurity."

The SBM report also alleged that there was a deliberate targeting of Middle Belt states, which are the country’s food baskets.

"The deliberate targeting and systematic destruction of agricultural assets and land appropriation in Nigeria's Middle Belt, the country's primary "food basket," creates a direct and severe feedback loop that extends far beyond regional food shortages."Nigerian cultural tours

"This strategy not only cripples local crop production but also drives national food price inflation, exacerbates widespread food insecurity, and ultimately undermines the country's economic stability. This highlights agriculture as a strategic vulnerability in the ongoing conflict," it was noted.

The report further noted that food affordability has become a major problem in the country.

"Food Price Inflation and Affordability: Nigeria's food security situation is increasingly precarious, with demand consistently outstripping supply."

"Food inflation has become a significant concern, with the rate surging to 35.41% in January 2024."

"This acute food insecurity is projected to increase in magnitude and severity. The human cost is evident in the alarming statistics: food-insecure Nigerians rose significantly from 66.2 million in the first quarter of 2023 to 100 million in the first quarter of 2024."

"The plummeting agricultural output in the Middle Belt, Nigeria's traditional "food basket," directly exacerbates this inflation. The global context also plays a role, with the spread of conflict, climate, and economic stressors pushing millions worldwide to the brink of acute food insecurity," the report read.Nigerian cultural tours

Previously, the President of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, lamented the impact of inflation on the ₦70,000 minimum wage approved by the Bola Tinubu-led government.

He had shared his thoughts while speaking at the quadrennial delegates’ conference of the Trade Union Congress (TUC) in Abuja.Nigerian cultural tours

While addressing attendees, Ajaero had stated that electricity tariffs and taxes far exceed the approved minimum wage.

"This is a period where the tax on your salaries is almost higher than the minimum wage increase on the salaries. It is a period we need to sit and reflect on our survival."

"What are those things that affect us most? The social safety nets that are obtainable in some developed economies of the world, and we need to fight for them."

He noted the pressing need to examine how the minimum wage is being implemented.

"Very important, the cost of living index. We need to look at it. How does it affect an average worker? How was the minimum wage the NLC, TUC, and others fought for implemented?"

He also lamented the rising cost of living throughout the country.

"The landlords and transporters have taken it all. The electricity tariff is more than our minimum wage, and the tariff on telecom is increasing by the day."

Ikaeniyan0:
Food and transportation

Sholaco:
If not 100%

Agbegbaorogboye:
The govs are happy with Tinubu
He has increased their allocations to unprecedented levels
The senators are beyond the moon with this govt. Their constituency allocations is now in billions
And the judiciary, they've never had it this good. More houses than they can live in and rain of funds too much for their pockets
So who are these Nigerians they are talking about? Those must be in the minority. Probably from that tiny dot
Majority of Nigerians have never had it so good

anonimi:
May 1, 2025

May Day: Hunger, unemployment, insecurity real— Tinubu

According to him: “The theme demands our collective attention and serves as a stark reminder of the need to create an environment where every worker feels safe, valued, and empowered to contribute to the growth and prosperity of our nation. As your President, I assure you that this administration is committed to creating such an environment for the common good.”

On the economic hardship, he noted that while it is a global phenomenon, its effects on Nigerians are particularly severe.

Tinubu said: “I am aware of the peculiarities of the economic hardship Nigerians face—rising living costs, hunger, insecurity, unemployment, and the loss of livelihoods. These challenges are real and demand definitive solutions, which I am poised to address as your President.

https://www.vanguardngr.com/2025/05/may-day-hunger-unemployment-insecurity-real-tinubu/

Agbegbaorogboye:
The govs are happy with Tinubu
He has increased their allocations to unprecedented levels
The senators are beyond the moon with this govt. Their constituency allocations is now in billions
And the judiciary, they've never had it this good. More houses than they can live in and rain of funds too much for their pockets
So who are these Nigerians they are talking about? Those must be in the minority. Probably from that tiny dot
Majority of Nigerians have never had it so good

Chief2410:
100% is correct instead of 50%.The report is been economical with the truth.

Omicronvaccine:
Wherever You See Free Food, Eat It - Nigerian Senate President, Senator Akpabio Advises Nigerians


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fIdtxSZDQoY

Racoon:
Meaning nothing to even save. Most trying to just survive. Imagine what happens to TP, acquisition of healthcare, education of children, solving family problems, personal needs etc.

Meanwhile, the jesters of present times say the current destructive govt have better the economy.

anonimi:
Maybe the 50% who are not in the same boat are the ones who follow Akpabio’s advice.

Creamypie:
Sure and na them still dey song praises of APC. Imagine me b4 2015, I dey buy 20 liters top up for car when e show "red" now o no fit use car except I hey 10000 to buy 10 liters, and then park am when e don low. I dey burn gen till 3am if light no dey. Now I no fit on gen no savings again

HenryWilliams:
This part got me.
Before. I buy 10 liters of fuel for 1700 naira.. fire it overnight when EKEDC mess up.
Now I can't even buy 4 litter steady..
Na to dey buy 5k fuel every 3 days inside car and monitor where you drive reach..
It's a crazy country we are in now.