The most economically disadvantaged area of Nigeria is largely inhabited by the Kanuri people, concentrated in Borno and Yobe states. Despite the harsh Sahelian environment, the Kanuri have sustained a resilient agricultural economy for centuries.
Kanuri farmers cultivate a diverse portfolio of drought-tolerant crops, including:
This varied production supports both subsistence and local trade, though the region continues to face challenges from climate variability, conflict, and limited infrastructure investment.