Two essays on foreign direct investment and food security in Nigeria: A mixed methods approach.

The study set itself the goal of examining the impact of sectoral FDI on food security in Nigeria as well as to capture a snapshot of the kinds of dietary adaptation and convergence taking place within the Nigerian population and the impact on individuals' health and nutritional status. The study employs a mixed methods approach and data is obtained from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the Central Bank of Nigeria between 1960-2009. The study found out that primary Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) is decreasing food security in Nigeria. Also, secondary and tertiary FDI are both increasing food security in Nigeria with the latter having a greater impact on food security. The study also reveals that tertiary FDI is resulting in dietary adaptation and convergence. While home-cooking appears to be the dominant means of individuals assessing foods, food from street food vendors, supermarkets and fast-food restaurants are becoming popular. --Leaf ii.