On the way forward he said, “Again, I strongly urge the government to lead the crusade against hunger by investing aggressively in our agricultural sector.

“The vast uncultivated lands in the North, as I have always said, are our biggest assets. Now is the time to put them into maximum use for food production in the nation and for exports. In doing this, the government and security agencies must ensure the safety and security of the farmers.”

Obi saluted the resilience and determination of Nigerian people, who in the face of all these challenges, continue to strive hard, with hope for a better nation.