Investment In Better Logistics Will Reverse Food Insecurity Trend In Africa — World Bank

The World Bank has criticized African nations for favoring the importation of food from distant markets over neighborly markets, warning that improving logistics will stop the trend toward food insecurity.

It provided advice in Charles Kunaka, Megersa Abera Abate, Théophile Bougna Lonla, and Kisanet Haile Molla’s new report, ‘Transport Connectivity for Food Security in Africa: Strengthening Supply Chains.

Food security is still a major issue in Sub-Saharan Africa, according to the bank, despite rising agricultural production. Too many people are still battling to get nutritious meals.

Low agricultural productivity, which does not keep up with population growth, extreme weather patterns, conflict, and economic pressures, was the cause of the setback, according to the report.

However, how food moves is frequently overlooked as a crucial factor.

Affective transportation and logistics systems cause delays in deliveries, higher costs, and food waste. This report examines the continent’s four main staples, including cassava, maize, rice, and wheat. According to the report, sub-Saharan Africa’s food delivery process takes four times longer than it does in Europe because of poor roads, inefficient border crossings, and bottlenecks in the supply chain.

According to the report, food costs more, is harder to access, and is more likely to spoil, with 36% of food lost as a result of inadequate logistics investments.

Food imports from distant markets rather than trading with neighbors are a major obstacle for many African nations. Because of poor local roads and transportation networks, which are not efficient or reliable, and restrictive trade practices, food can be purchased abroad more easily than in neighboring nations. ”

It advised Africa to make better logistics investments to reverse the trend.

We at the World Bank Group understand the urgency of the issue. One of our top global priorities is food and nutrition security.

We are working with nations to create stronger and more resilient food systems, ones that can withstand shocks, improve access, and ensure food gets to those who need it the most, according to the report.

The bank also made note of the continent’s 60% increase in food-insecure population over the past ten years.

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Charles Kunaka, Megersa Abera Abate, Théophile Bougna Lonla, and Kisanet Haile Molla co-authored the report, Strengthening Supply Chains for Food Security in Africa.

“Many African nations still struggle to produce enough food to meet their needs.

The food-insecure population paradoxically increased faster than any other region of the world, and the productivity gains were insufficient to address the continent’s persistent food insecurity challenges, despite the past 30 years agricultural production in Africa increased by 160 percent, more than the global average of 100 percent. ”

VIDEO: PDP A Dying Party, May Not Survive Beyond 2027 — Analyst

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), according to Mojeed Dahiru, a public affairs analyst, may not be able to win any seats after the 2027 general elections.

Dahiru, who was a guest on Channels Television’s Politics Today program on Monday, claimed the party made a “mortal error” by selecting a northern candidate for president in the 2023 election in opposition to the party’s South-North rotation.

The PDP, according to the social commentator, shot itself in the foot when it fielded former Lagos governor Bola Tinubu from the North-East geopolitical zone rather than a southern candidate to challenge the All Progressives Congress (APC), which fielded former Lagos governor.

If the Opposition Coalition fails to win the Okonkwo election in 2027, Tinubu will walk over.

“The PDP is in its last days.” As you can see, death is the only penalty in the Bible. I can’t stress this enough: the PDP is persecuting itself in 2023 as a result of its mortal sin.

Because Atiku developed an (Nyesom) Wike problem when he joined the PDP, he said, “I don’t see PDP surviving as a party after 2027.”

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UPDATED: PDP Holds NEC, Caucus Meeting

The Bauchi governor’s lodge in Abuja, the country’s capital, hosted its caucus meeting on September 6.

Following its failure to complete all of the agenda items, including those relating to the National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting, the party adjourned on Monday.

The party will hold its NEC meeting following this. The PDP fixed it for noon, but the party’s secretariat annex, the Legacy House, later changed it to 2 pm.

PDP also delays the session’s Tuesday meeting and condemns secretariat sealing.

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The NEC meeting on Tuesday will address “important issues affecting the party, including strategies for upcoming political engagements,” according to the PDP.

The Party National Chairman and other members of the National Working Committee (NWC), one of the PDP’s most powerful decision-making bodies, include, among others, state governors, current and former presidents, former vice-presidents, the chairman and secretary of the Board of Trustees (BoT), principal officers of the National Assembly, state chairpersons, former governors, and founding members.

If PDP collapses, Nigeria will elect an emperor as its president, writes Sule Lamido.

The Federal Capital Territory Development Authority (FCTDA) has also been criticized by the PDP for closing its national secretariat at Wadata Plaza on Monday.

Damagum described the FCTA’s actions as irresponsible and promised to challenge them when they were released from a press conference following the caucus meeting.

Dissuade Your Children From Joining Cult Groups, Okpebholo Charges Parents

Governor of Edo State, Monday Okpebholo, wants parents and guardians to play more of a role in their children’s education, especially to stop them from joining cults. &nbsp,

This was stated by Okpebholo in his message to the children’s day event in 2025. &nbsp,

On the occasion of Children’s Day, His Excellency, Governor Monday Okpebholo, extends warm congratulations to all children in Edo State and throughout Nigeria. In a statement, the Governor urged parents and guardians to “dissuade their children from joining cult organizations,” according to Fred Itua, the governor’s chief press secretary.

Governor Okpebholo urged parents, guardians, teachers, and all other parties to continue to play important roles in inspiring children’s aspirations, instilling sound values in them, and encouraging them to pursue their aspirations.

Read more about Tinubu’s condemnation of bullying, promising a better future, and the environment.

Remi Tinubu, the First Lady of Nigeria, also believes that bullying can be won by everyone. Photo: X@/KukoyiBusola

The Edo governor stated that his administration is dedicated to ensuring the development of children by providing them with top-notch education and creating an environment where they can flourish and realize their full potential.

Our children are our most priceless possessions. Their aspirations serve as Edo State’s vision for a brighter future. We as an administration are “fully committed to investing in their development, protecting their rights, and nurturing their talents,” Okpebholo said.

He cited several initiatives by his government intended to improve the lives of Edo children. Some of them include, among other things, more money being put toward education and child rights protection.

Regardless of background, every child deserves a fair chance at success, according to Governor Okpebholo. We will work tirelessly to give them the resources and encouragement they need to excel in their academic endeavors, advance their abilities, and make a positive impact on society.

President Bola Tinubu has also criticized bullying and other forms of child abuse, insisting that no child should be the victim.

Gunmen Kidnap Three Churchgoers In Ondo

Three Deeper Christian Life Ministry members were kidnapped by gunmen in the Akure North Local Government Area of the state in a second bloody robbery.

According to reports, the incident took place on Monday evening as churchgoers were leaving a Bible study in the Ogbese community’s Kasemola neighborhood.

Good morning, beloved, read a message from the church leadership announcing the incident. Please follow our instructions. After attending Bible study at Kasemola inside the Ogbese axis yesterday, three of our members were abducted.

As church members pray for their brethren’s safe release, the entire neighborhood is now enthralled.

Read more about the Kogi auto-crash, which left 19 dead and eight injured.

Olushola Ayanlade, the Ondo State Police Command’s public relations officer, confirmed the incident in a phone call with our correspondent.

He claimed that the command, the Nigerian Army, and the Amotekun Corps are currently conducting searches in the bush for the victims in order to rescue them.

FULL TEXT: President Tinubu’s 2025 Children’s Day Message Against Bullying

Bola Tinubu, president of Nigeria, reiterated the need for a coordinated effort to combat child bullying. &nbsp,

In a statement released on Tuesday in honor of the 2025 Children’s Day celebration with the theme “Stand Up, Speak Up: Building a Bullying-Free Generation,” his message was delivered.

TUESDAY, MAY 27, 2025, NATIONAL CHILDREN’S DAY, PRESIDENT BOLA AHAMED TINUBU’S MESSAGE

1. I join you in celebrating 2025 National Children’s Day with great joy and great pride, honoring our great nation’s past, present, and future. Let me reaffirm our commitment to nurturing and protecting you as Nigeria’s aspiring leaders, innovators, and changemakers on this occasion.

2. You are the most priceless component of our nation’s current educational system, the engine of our future, and the guardians of tomorrow’s promise, innovation, and leadership. You are the most priceless component of our nation’s fabric today. Therefore, I reiterate our constitutional, moral, and intergenerational commitment to safeguard every child in Nigeria, advance his rights, and fulfill his dreams.

3. The theme of “Stand Up, Speak Up: Building a Bullying-Free Generation,” which is featured this year, could not be more appropriate because it directly references the culture we are creating. a culture where every child feels safe, respected, and heard, both online and offline. Just to be clear, today’s Nigerian culture is riddled with violence, bullying, and neglect.

4. More than one in three children globally are regularly bullied. Up to 65% of school-age children in Nigeria have some form of physical, psychological, or social aggression, according to studies. This is unacceptable. Fear-based learning is not effective for children. Fearful children cannot develop in a healthy way.

5. We, my fellow Nigerians and our beloved children, place child protection at the top of the Renewed Hope Agenda. This includes the full implementation of my most recent release, Nigeria’s National Plan of Action on Ending Violence Against Children (2024-2030). With support from robust funding and multi-sectoral coordination, the plan offers a comprehensive roadmap to prevent abuse, prosecute perpetrators, and support victims.

6. We are also making strong efforts to stop, recognize, and respond to all forms of child abuse. To broaden the scope of protection, strengthen their provisions, close implementation gaps, and ensure nationwide enforcement, we have started a comprehensive review of the Violence Against Persons (Prohibition) Act (2015) and the Child Rights Act as a government. We are also utilizing the Cybercrime Act, which is in full force, to safeguard children from exploitation, abuse, and bullying.

7. The Child Rights Act was domesticated in 36 states, which shows how determined we are to protect and ensure the welfare of children. However, protecting our children by themselves won’t suffice. We need a holistic approach that includes citizens, lawmakers, educators, caregivers, faith leaders, and parents.

8. We are funding additional, more specific national child protection systems, such as the CPIMS, which is expanding to track and respond to cases in real-time. The Ministry of Women’s Affairs is leading nationwide awareness campaigns to end harmful traditional practices, strengthening community-based child protection systems, and training frontline responders.

9. In addition, we are committed to putting forth proactive measures to strengthen existing efforts to support families and communities in accordance with the Renewed Hope Agenda, including creating a robust institutional framework focused solely on Child Protection and Development. Every Nigerian child’s rights and well-being will be held accountable for their actions.

10. In addition to a number of other measures, we have developed Guidelines for School Administrators and a National Policy on Safety, Security, and Violence-Free Schools. In teacher training, we incorporate social-emotional learning and child protection. We create inclusive pathways for every child to learn, thrive, and succeed, regardless of background, through the National Commission for Almajiri and Out-of-School Children.

11. We are expanding access to primary healthcare and expanding dedicated Mother and Child Hospitals and healthcare systems, which offer integrated maternal and child services, in the care economy. We are collaborating with subnational governments to enable the construction of similar facilities throughout the US.

12. Every child should be raised in a loving and secure environment, in our opinion. The Federal Ministry of Women’s Affairs has created the National Guidelines for Alternative Care for Children in order to give children who cannot remain in their biological homes the care and protection they deserve. Our child protection systems would benefit from the recently released National Plan of Action on Ending Violence Against Children (EVAC).

13. We work diligently to enhance child health and cognitive development through our School Feeding Scheme and Nutrition 774. The Nigerian Nutrition 774 project aims to prevent children from starving. Through this project, we are reaching out to every neighborhood to ensure that all children receive the nutrition they need to excel in their academic endeavors, creative endeavors, and overall health. A healthy child is well-equipped to deal with the problems of the future.

14. The Federal Ministry of Women’s Affairs has recently established a dedicated Department of Nutrition to improve program delivery, policy coherence, and coordination around child and maternal nutrition in order to institutionalize our commitment.

15. To track progress, monitor gaps, and hold ourselves accountable, we are developing social protection tools like the the Universal Child Grant.

16. The security of our children depends more on community vigilance than just government policies. Every Nigerian should be urged to become a champion for child protection because of this reason I’m launching a “See Something, Say Something, Do Something” campaign today.

17. You matter, our beloved kids. Your dreams are important. Your opinions matter. Nobody has the right to hurt, sneer, or disparage you. Talk up if you are being bullied or harmed; you will be heard and protected.

18. I urge all partners, stakeholders, and people who have responsibilities to support and advance our collective efforts. All of our plans, budgets, and policies must include child rights.

19. I urge those who haven’t yet taken action to take bold steps for the welfare of our children to now. Our children are at the heart of our nation, not just numbers.

20. Let today be the start of a new movement to create a Nigeria where every child develops peace, dignity, and love. No child ever languishes in silence or is left behind.

21. To all of our children, congratulations. May your joy be heard all over the world as a sign of renewed hope and a prosperous future.

Long live the children of Nigeria.