Food Security and Internal Displacement in Nigeria: Building Resilient Communities Through Social Protection, Responsible Innovation, and Sustainable Development
GHRC Policy Insight Series No. 001 | 2026
Executive Summary
Food security has become one of Nigeria's most urgent development priorities. This inaugural Policy Insight argues that sustainable food security cannot be achieved through food distribution alone — it requires integrated policies that address the structural drivers of vulnerability while strengthening the capacity of individuals, communities, and institutions to withstand future shocks.
Key Facts at a Glance
| Indicator | Current Situation |
|---|---|
| Nigerians facing acute food insecurity | Approximately 35 million people |
| Projected food insecurity (2025 lean season) | 30.6 million people in 26 states and FCT |
| Internal displacement (North-East) | Approximately 2.3 million people |
| Primary drivers | Conflict, climate shocks, inflation, displacement |
| Most affected groups | Women, children, older persons, PWDs, IDPs |
Foreword
Nigeria stands at a defining moment in its development journey...
Executive Summary
Food security has become one of Nigeria's most urgent development priorities...
Green House Resource Centre (2026). Food Security and Internal Displacement in Nigeria: Building Resilient Communities Through Social Protection, Responsible Innovation, and Sustainable Development. GHRC Policy Insight Series No. 001. Ibadan: GHRC.