There is no sign of hunger in Nigeria, stop telling lies — Islamic cleric warns Nigerians
He refuted claims of hunger crisis in the country, suggesting that the narrative of scarcity and starvation is being exaggerated.
There is no sign of hunger in Nigeria, stop telling lies — Islamic cleric warns Nigerians
An Islamic cleric, Sheikh Sani Yahaya Jingir, has dismissed claims of widespread hunger in Nigeria, calling such statements false and misleading.
In a two-minute video currently circulating on social media, Sheikh Jingir addressed Muslim faithful during a gathering.
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He refuted claims of hunger crisis in the country, suggesting that the narrative of scarcity and starvation is being exaggerated.
He said:
“The saying that there’s hunger in Nigeria is all lies,” Jingir declared. “There is no hunger in Nigeria.”
The cleric’s remarks come amid growing concerns about economic hardship faced by many Nigerians. Rising inflation, high food prices, and unemployment have sparked widespread debates about the state of living conditions in the country. However, Jingir’s comments challenge the perception that Nigeria is grappling with a food security crisis.
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The video, sighted by News Week Nigeria, has sparked mixed reactions online. Some social media users criticized the cleric for appearing out of touch with the realities of many Nigerians. Others supported his assertion, claiming that issues like food scarcity are often politicized or exaggerated for personal or political gain.
While Sheikh Jingir did not provide evidence to support his claims, his statement adds to the ongoing national discourse about poverty and hunger in Nigeria.
According to recent reports by international organizations, such as the World Food Programme, millions of Nigerians are at risk of food insecurity due to economic challenges and other factors.
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