LCIF ASSIST DISTRICT 404B2 TO ADDRESS HUNGER
Hunger in Africa remains a significant issue, driven by various factors, including poverty, conflict, climate change, and insufficient agricultural development. Sub-Saharan Africa is particularly affected, with millions of people facing food insecurity.
Wars and political instability displace populations, disrupt food production, and limit access to markets. Droughts, floods, and unpredictable weather patterns reduce crop yields. Poverty directly affect many households, making them unable to afford adequate food, leading to chronic hunger.
Furthermore, agricultural challenges lead to limited access to modern farming technology and infrastructure, which hampers food production. Rapid population growth also increases demand for food, straining resources.
An estimated 33 million people in Nigeria are food insecure, which is a one-third increase from 2023.
1.8 million children in six northeastern and northwestern states are at risk of severe acute malnutrition. In 2024, Nigeria ranked 110th out of 127 countries on the Global Hunger Index, with a score of 28.8
These challenges has led to stunting, wasting, and undernutrition affecting millions of children. Hunger also directly result to economic strain because hunger reduces productivity, trapping communities in cycles of poverty. We cannot overemphasized health risks associated with hunger. Weak immune systems make people more susceptible to diseases. Currently in Nigeria include economic hardship, high inflation, high food prices, and high transportation costs has caused a hunger pandemic.
This why Lions Clubs International’s primary goal when carrying out hunger relief projects is to combat hunger and improve food security in communities by providing access to nutritious meals and addressing the root causes of hunger. This aligns with their broader mission of serving vulnerable populations and fostering community well-being.
Lions District 404B2 Nigeria recently carried out our Mega Hunger relief project, an activity assisted by Lions Clubs International Foundation. The District provided immediate relief distributing meals and food packages to address acute hunger.
The first phase which took place on the 30th of December, 2024 at Ikeja Local Government also involved raising awareness by educating the community and beneficiaries about nutrition, food waste reduction, and hunger-related issues.
The Lions‘ motto, „We Serve,“ reflects our commitment to addressing hunger as part of our global service framework and this Mega hunger activity is a testament to how Lions are „Making a Mark“ in our communities.
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