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Nigeria: Food Insecurity

Asked by Wendy MortonConservativeForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 20 March 2025UIN 35670

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether the Government’s Africa Strategy includes specific commitments to addressing food security and malnutrition in Nigeria.

Answered by Mr Hamish Falconer

The Foreign Secretary launched a five-month consultation to inform the UK's new approach to the African continent during his visit to Nigeria and South Africa in November 2024. This follows the manifesto commitment to develop a fundamentally transformed partnership that engages with African countries as equals, promotes our economic growth ambitions and supports migration priorities. While consultations are ongoing, a broad range of policy options are being considered.

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