Bandits activities in rural areas of Nigeria's Zamfara State has led to a surge in food prices as dealers avoid purchasing foodstuffs from affected areas, causing shortages in urban areas.
Food prices in Taraba have significantly dropped following a bumper harvest due to consistent rainfall, but concerns are rising about potential price increases as middlemen buy crops in bulk.
The World Bank's biannual Food Security Update report for July 2023 highlights high food inflation worldwide, affecting low- and middle-income countries.
