CONFLICT MEDIATED MIGRATION IN NIGERIA: FOOD SECURITY CHALLENGES AND OPTIONS FOR THE MITIGATION OF HUNGER

Abstract

Traditionally, internal migration in Nigeria is fuelled by push factors such as the search for new and greener opportunities and lifestyle from the rural to the urban areas which usually culminates into social, economic and cultural benefits to both the home and host communities of emigrants. In recent times, following the escalation of conflict in different parts of the country, migration has occurred due to distress and as a desperate last resort for survival and safety. Food insecurity, shortages and hunger become part of the plethora of consequences of conflict mediated migration. In reference to the agenda 2030 for Sustainable Development Goal No. 2 which seeks to end hunger and achieve food security, improve nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture. Families, communities, government and other stakeholders are grossly challenged. This paper highlights some major ways conflict and migration affect food security and advanced coping strategies.