Militant violence in northern Nigeria has caused record hunger, with nearly 35 million facing food insecurity by 2026.

A surge in militant violence in northern Nigeria has pushed hunger to record levels, with the UN WFP warning nearly 35 million people could face food insecurity in 2026, the highest ever. Escalating attacks by groups like ISWAP and JNIM have disrupted farming and aid, leaving 15,000 in Borno State facing famine-like conditions. Over 300,000 children are without nutrition support after WFP scaled back programs due to funding shortfalls, including cuts from the U.S. under President Trump. Aid agencies say emergency funds will run out by December, risking a deeper humanitarian crisis.