Nigeria Food Security Dashboard

Current status and outlook based on PFSCU analysis

Last Updated: 14 February 2025

Disclaimer: Disclaimer: All data presented are subject to revision as new information becomes available. This dashboard provides estimates based on the best available data at the time of publication. For official statistics please refer to source agencies directly.

National Food Security Snapshot

+2.1M

Population in Food Crisis

26.5M

Acute food insecurity

States in Food Crisis

16

Out of 36 states

LGAs in Food Crisis

107

Out of 774 LGAs

Increasing

6-Month Risk Outlook

Elevated

June - November 2025

Production Trends – Major Staples

National production levels (million metric tons)

Key Insight: Production trends show steady growth in cassava and maize, while rice production remains stable. Increased investment in irrigation and climate-resilient varieties is supporting availability improvements across major producing states.

Climate Risk Indicators

Rainfall Onset Risk Moderate
Dry Spell Risk High
Flood Risk Low

Post-Harvest Loss

Grains & Cereals 18%
Roots & Tubers 25%
Fruits & Vegetables 35%
Estimated annual loss value: ₦3.5 trillion

Interactive Stability Map: Nigeria by State

Click on any state to view detailed food security status and stability levels

How to use: Click on any state in the map above to view detailed food security information, population data, affected LGAs, and specific situation analysis for that state.

Commodity Price Trends

Average market prices (N per metric tonnes)

Affordability Pressure: Food prices continue to rise due to inflation, fuel costs, and supply chain disruptions. The most affected households are in urban areas and conflict-affected regions.
+3.1%

Food Inflation Rate

29.2%

Year-on-year (June 2025)

+8%

Cost of Healthy Diet

N1,250

Per person per day

+12%

Fuel Price (Diesel)

N1,450

Per litre (affecting logistics)

Food Inflation Trend

Nutrition Indicators

Key metrics for food utilization and nutritional outcomes

Access to Potable Water68%
Target: 80% by 2027
Vitamin A Supplementation Coverage72%
Children 6-59 months
Exclusive Breastfeeding (0-6 months)29%
Target: 50% by 2027
Prevalence of Stunting (Children under 5)37%
Reduction target: 25% by 2030

Undernourishment Trends

202324.8%
202426.1%
2025 (proj.)27.5%

Nutrition Focus Areas

  • Increase dietary diversity through food fortification programs
  • Expand access to safe water and sanitation services
  • Strengthen maternal and child nutrition interventions
  • Support nutrition education and behavior change

Nutrition Prevalence Overview

National prevalence by key utilization indicators

Food Insecurity Outlook

Current vs projected food insecurity (IPC/CH Phase 3+)

Current Period (Feb - May 2025)26.5MPeople in Crisis or worse (IPC 3+)
Projected (Jun - Nov 2025)31.8MProjected in Crisis or worse (IPC 3+)

Critical Alert: Food insecurity is projected to increase by 20% during the lean season (June-November) due to delayed planting, high food prices, and ongoing conflicts in northern states.

States at Risk

BornoCall for Alarm
YobeCall for Alarm
AdamawaCall for Alert
ZamfaraCall for Alert
SokotoCall for Alert

Alert Level Legend

Normal

Food security situation is stable

Call for Alert

Elevated risk requiring close monitoring

Call for Alarm

Critical situation requiring immediate action

LGAs Requiring Priority Intervention

107 Local Government Areas across 16 states are currently classified in IPC Phase 3+ (Crisis or worse)

Most AffectedBorno: 18 LGAs
High PriorityYobe: 14 LGAs
High PriorityAdamawa: 12 LGAs

Stability Risk Profile

Comparative view of current food system stability pressures

Data Sources

  • Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
  • National Bureau of Statistics (NBS)
  • Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NIMET)
  • Presidential Food Systems Coordinating Unit (PFSCU)
  • Cadre Harmonise Analysis (CH)

Important Information