Dino Melaye: Hunger in Nigeria Getting Worse — Reactions from Nigerians
Dino Melaye Says Hunger in Nigeria Is Getting Worse — Reactions Go Viral
Nigerian politician Dino Melaye recently sparked debate when he said, “Hunger in Nigeria is getting worse — people are looking for crumbs.” The statement, which quickly went viral, echoes the painful reality many citizens experience daily in 2025.
But beyond Dino’s words, it was the emotional reactions on social media that truly revealed the depth of the crisis. From jollof rice stories to insights on student loans and electricity, Nigerians are speaking up. Here’s a breakdown of their reactions and what they mean.
π A Jollof Rice Memory That Still Hurts
One user, Otunba Adegoke, recalled attending a wedding in 2010 where a young boy was packing jollof rice in black nylon while his parents did the same — all for survival. He connected it to his 1993 experience during the Abacha regime, saying that “having food, especially rice, was like winning a lottery.”
He called for aggressive mechanization in agriculture, especially for crops where Nigeria has comparative advantage. His message: modern storage and food distribution must become a priority.
π Economic Policy and Student Loans: A Response from Bamidele Anjorin
Bamidele Anjorin Jubril responded, noting that Nigeria has always been difficult to govern. He emphasized that removal of fuel subsidy, while painful, was a necessary step — one that past governments avoided due to political risks.
According to him:
- Parents now save more money to buy food because their children benefit from student loans.
- Business owners now get easier access to dollars — improving local production.
- He urged Nigerians to invest in agriculture, particularly rice, to ease hunger.
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⚡ Electricity Is Not the Issue — It's Affordability
Emmanuel Olasco Ajike added another perspective. He responded to the comments by pointing out that even though electricity is now available, many Nigerians still complain about the cost. His words:
“Do you know they said the same thing about electricity? Now the electricity is there, they said it's too expensive. Meanwhile, there is no country that has cheap energy.”
This highlights a painful truth — infrastructure alone isn't enough. Without affordable access, it does little to ease the burden on citizens.
π The Way Forward: Local Farming and Sensible Governance
From all the viral responses, one message stands out: Nigeria needs to feed itself. Massive investment in rice farming, education, and local industry will not only reduce hunger but build a stronger economy.
The call is loud and clear: Stop depending on imports, empower local producers, and create an economy that works for everyone — not just the elite.
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