Reality TV star and Big Brother Naija winner Phyna has raised alarm over the worsening hunger crisis in Nigeria, urging citizens to unite and demand urgent action from the government.
In a heartfelt video posted on her Instagram on March 20, 2025, she spoke passionately about the dire state of food insecurity, stressing that hunger is no longer just about the lack of food but about the loss of hope for millions of Nigerians.
Her message resonated deeply with many, sparking conversations about the urgent need for action.
“The issue of hardship and hunger in our nation strikes the heart of all, young and old, rich and poor,” Phyna said, her voice filled with emotion.
“The hunger we experience now is not just the absence of food on our plates, it is the absence of hope in our hearts.” She painted a grim picture of the reality faced by many Nigerians, highlighting how children who should be in school are instead roaming the streets in search of food.
She also spoke about parents who go to bed on empty stomachs, uncertain about how they will feed their families the next day. According to her, the situation is worsening daily, and if left unaddressed, it could have devastating long-term effects on the country’s future.
Phyna also questioned the lack of collective action among Nigerians, expressing frustration over the silence of the people in the face of such a crisis.
“Yet despite the growing crises, what do we say? Where is the collective voice? Where is the unity that should bind us together as one nation?” she asked.
She pointed out that while citizens often express frustration in private or on social media, there is little unified action demanding change from those in power.
She emphasized that meaningful progress cannot happen unless Nigerians stand together to hold their leaders accountable.
She further stressed that hunger is not an isolated issue affecting only a certain class of people but a problem that cuts across different social and economic backgrounds.
“The truth is that hunger is not a distant problem; it’s in every home and community,” she stated. “We need to come together as one nation, put aside our differences, and focus on our well-being.”
According to her, demanding accountability should not only be in words but also in action, urging people to speak up and take necessary steps to push for solutions.
In her closing remarks, Phyna called for immediate government intervention to ensure that both rural and urban Nigerians have access to food security and a dignified life.
“We need assurance that every Nigerian, in the rural and urban areas, has access to food security and a dignified life,” she insisted. “It is time to ask why we are allowing hunger to persist in a country that has so many resources.”
Her message served as a powerful reminder that Nigeria has the potential to overcome food insecurity if only the right policies are implemented and if citizens unite to demand lasting change.
