Nutrition Crisis

Over 4 Million Children In Northeast, Northwest Nigeria Suffer From Malnutrition

Aug 22, 2024. by Praise Ben

The Federal Government has revealed that over four million children in Nigeria’s Northeast and Northwest regions are currently suffering from malnutrition. This alarming statistic was shared by Ladidi Bako-Aiyebusi, Director of the Nutrition Department at the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, during a five-day strategic meeting in Keffi, Nasarawa State. EDITOR’S PICKS #Endbadgovernance: … Read more

Urgent Call To Action: Nigeria And UN Rally Support For Hunger Crisis

May 14, 2024. by Ekohot Editor

Alarming food insecurity in Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe states $306 million appeal launched for emergency aid Collaborative effort to address malnutrition and save lives Eko Hot Blog reports that in a concerted effort, the Nigerian government and global partners have unveiled a $306 million appeal to combat the worsening food and nutrition crisis plaguing the … Read more