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 A statement attributed to former Zamfara State Governor, Abdulaziz Yari, has sparked reactions following his remarks about hunger and the economic situation in Nigeria. Yari, who was identified as the Director-General of the APC Presidential Campaign Council, reportedly made the comments during an APC political rally in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. According to reports, Yari acknowledged that Nigerians were experiencing hunger but argued that people who were not lazy should still be able to provide food for themselves. He reportedly stated: "If there's no food in the market, that's what we are calling hunger. But anyone who is not a lazy person, definitely he would have food on his table." The remarks have drawn attention because many Nigerians continue to express concerns about the rising cost of food, unemployment and the increasing difficulty of meeting basic household needs. While Yari's statement reflects his position on the issue, the remarks have also brought r...