Effective Storage Systems as a Panacea to Food Insecurity in Nigeria: Lessons from Genesis 41:34-52.
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2025-09-10
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Ajayi Crowther University Press, Oyo
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Nigeria has enormous agricultural potential, yet food insecurity is still a major problem there. This paper examines the critical role of effective storage systems in addressing food insecurity challenges in Nigeria, drawing significant lessons from the biblical narrative of Joseph in Genesis 41:34-52. The study employs a comprehensive analysis of contemporary literature on food storage innovations, agricultural challenges, and food security frameworks in Nigeria. The study draws comparisons between Nigeria's contemporary storage needs and Joseph's prehistoric storage strategy during Egypt's seven years of abundance. Findings reveal that effective storage facilities substantially reduce post-harvest losses, stabilize food prices, enhance food availability during lean
seasons, and ultimately improve household food security status. The paper recommends increased investment in modern storage infrastructure, revival of strategic grain reserves, adoption of hermetic storage technologies, integration of indigenous knowledge with modern storage techniques, and implementation of comprehensive food security policies. These recommendations, informed by both biblical wisdom and contemporary research, provide a roadmap for addressing Nigeria's food insecurity challenges through improved storage systems.
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Genesis 41, Food security in Nigeria, Storage systems, Post-harvest losses, Biblical principles.