Do we have food security in Yoruba land" Seun Kuti asks

Mr. Seun Kuti, an Afrobeat musician has raised a critical question of whether the Yoruba region would be able to feed itself, particularly on tomatoes and peppers which are usually supplied by the North.

Seun the son of the late Afrobeat king, Fela Anikulapo Kuti has cautioned on regionalization in terms of food availability especially in Yoruba land.

The musician and social critic in an interview with Adaooh Room has said that " Do we have food security particularly in the production of staple agricultural commodities widely consumed across South West"

He stated further " Do we have food security in Yoruba land, or are we still importing most of our peppers and tomatoes from the North"

Seun noted that tomatoes and peppers remain essential ingredients in many Yoruba households, stressing that heavy dependence on supplies from other regions could present challenges for any region seeking economic independence.

The musician suggested that proponents of regional autonomy should thoroughly examine questions surrounding agricultural production, supply chains, and food sustainability before advancing broader political objectives.

He further argued that economic interdependence among Nigeria's regions remains significant, warning that disruptions to trade relationships could affect the availability and affordability of key food produce.

 He suggested that if regional divisions were accompanied by political or economic tensions, restrictions on the movement of agricultural goods could have serious consequences.

Referring to the North, Seun said "They will not give us their pepper just like that. They will impose Trump-like tariffs"

Kuti suggested that any discussion about regional development should be grounded in practical planning rather than emotional or political sentiments.