After a surge in operations by militant group Boko Haram through 2014 has already forced nearly half a million people from their homes, Nigeria is now facing an impending food security crisis which threatens rural populations in the northern and central regions of the country.
Pushed out of their lands by the insurgency and its indiscriminate violence, an increasing number of Nigerian farmers have been left with no choice but to abandon their fields and find shelter in neighboring countries. The phenomenon is not new, as the nation experienced a similar humanitarian emergency situation just last year.
The support of international NGOs in mitigating the worst effects of the food crisis in affected communities will continue to be crucial. As the frequency of attacks continues to increase, iNGOs face complex security challenges when conducting their operations, despite a well-established presence in the country.
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Tim Jones
Tim Jones is a risk and advisory manager focused on the Middle East and Africa for international consultancy firm Edinburgh International. A skilled manager, report-writer and security risk specialist, Jones has extensive experience managing projects, conducting analysis and delivering training in complex security environments.
