Northern Nigeria’s hunger crisis has reached its worst level in almost a decade, according to the UN World Food Programme, which is seeking $89 million to support millions facing acute food insecurity

It said food insecurity is worsening faster than previously anticipated, due to the expanding conflict and funding cuts.

ABUJA: Hunger across Nigeria’s conflict-hit north is at levels not seen in a decade as violence spreads and aid shrinks, the UN’s World Food Programme warned Thursday, with more…