Nigeria Key Message Update, March - September 2026: Conflict and economic pressures driving Crisis (IPC Phase 3) outcomes in northern Nigeria

Country: Nigeria Source: Famine Early Warning System Network Please refer to the attached file. Key Messages Crisis (IPC Phase 3) outcomes remain widespread across conflict affected areas of the North East, driven by renewed insurgent activity, restricted mobility, and sharp increases in essential commodity costs. Persistent attacks across Borno State — including Bama, Dikwa, Gwoza, Kaga, Koduga, Kukawa, Mafa, Maiduguri, Marte, and Nganzai local government areas (LGAs) — have disrupted land preparation activities