The UN World Food Programme (WFP) in Ethiopia has said it's "deeply concerned" over reports that significant amounts of food aid has been diverted away from those in desperate need in the post-conflict region of Tigray. "WFP takes this issue extremely seriously and will not tolerate any interference in its distribution of critical food aid to the most vulnerable women, men and children", the agency said in a statement released on Wednesday night. Food distribution on holdAs a result, WFP has temporarily paused all food distributions in Tigray, saying that they will not resume until they can ensure aid will get to its intended recipients. WFP noted that 84 per cent of the region was in a state of food crisis. "WFP is resolutely committed to ensure life-saving food assistance reaches those most in need efficiently and effectively."

Source: Ethiopian News May 05, 2023 18:42 UTC