SDG 2: Zero hunger
In Borno, Adamawa and Yobe states, the ongoing threat of horrific acts by the insurgency of Boko Haram coupled with the worse drought in recent history have made tending of the land and harvesting of crops nearly impossible for rural populations. This double scourge is pushing millions of Nigerians beyond the brink.
12 June 2017
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SDG 2: Zero hunger
In Borno, Adamawa and Yobe states, the ongoing threat of horrific acts by the insurgency of Boko Haram coupled with the worse drought in recent history have made tending of the land and harvesting of crops nearly impossible for rural populations. This double scourge is pushing millions of Nigerians beyond the brink.
12 June 2017
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SDG 2: Zero hunger
The Chief of the Development Programming Section at United Nations Volunteers, Geoff Prewitt, made the offer following his recent travels through Nigeria, including visits to Northeast.
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SDG 2: Zero hunger
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SDG 2: Zero hunger
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SDG 1: No poverty, SDG 2: Zero hunger, SDG 12: Responsible consumption and production
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