At a recent campaign event, APC leader Yari addressed concerns over food scarcity by linking hunger to personal responsibility. Yari stated that anyone who is not lazy should have food on their table. He defined hunger as the absence of food in the market, emphasizing that individuals who work should not face food shortages.
Yari’s remarks came during a public rally in Abuja, where he called for greater personal accountability. He argued that food insecurity is not solely a systemic issue but also a matter of individual effort. His comments sparked mixed reactions from attendees, with some supporting his stance and others questioning the focus on personal behavior over structural challenges.
This follows a period of rising food prices and economic uncertainty in Nigeria. The APC, which is currently leading in opinion polls, has been under pressure to address the economic crisis. Yari’s speech reflects a broader political strategy to frame economic hardship as a result of individual choices rather than government failure. The remarks also come amid ongoing debates about the role of public policy in tackling poverty and food insecurity.
