Jude Ejoh calls for hunger relief in Nigeria

Renowned philanthropist and founder of Jude Charity Organization, Jude Ejoh, has called on the Nigerian government and affluent citizens to take urgent steps to mitigate hunger in the country. The US-based Nigerian warns that unchecked hunger could become a “ticking time bomb” with severe consequences for the nation.
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Ejoh implores well-meaning Nigerians abroad to contribute to alleviating the plight of millions of Nigerians facing severe poverty. He highlights the alarming rise in street begging due to extreme hardship and points out the significant impact his organization has made, helping over six thousand Nigerians with cash transfers and food supplies.

In a statement provided to The Guardian, Ejoh emphasizes that corruption is the root cause of widespread hardship in Nigeria. He notes that corruption fuels inequality and stifles economic growth, exacerbating poverty across the nation.
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According to Ejoh, “The rate at which Nigerians are becoming impoverished is alarming. Many have taken to the streets, begging to feed their families and make ends meet. This hardship is largely occasioned by corruption, where resources meant to care for the people are shared among the few, thereby leaving the larger population impoverished.”

“Corruption is deeply entrenched in Nigeria’s political and administrative systems. It undermines governance, fuels inequality, and stifles economic growth. Public funds are often siphoned off, leaving critical sectors like education, healthcare, and infrastructure grossly underfunded. The pervasive nature of corruption also erodes public trust in government institutions, making it difficult to implement meaningful reforms.”
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Ejoh further links corruption to rising insecurity, noting that many young men turn to crime due to economic desperation. The increasing cost of living places a heavy burden on families, forcing them to make difficult choices such as pulling children out of school to contribute to household income.

“As a charity foundation, over five thousand Nigerians throng our social platforms to seek help, many of these people are young individuals who are not employed. This is a ticking time bomb as these individuals could take to crime and other vices just to feed.”

“The Jude Charity Organization has taken it as a duty to mitigate hunger in society by trying to ensure that hungry Nigerians are fed with the support of international donors and wealthy individuals in the society.”
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“Over the years, The Jude Charity Organization has been at the forefront of alleviating poverty and hunger, by providing monetary support and food supplies to thousands of families in Delta state and other parts of Nigeria.”

Jude Charity Organization urges the Nigerian government to do more by empowering young people through the creation of industries, skill acquisition initiatives, and ensuring security for farmers to boost food production and support families through SMEs.
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