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First Lady Advocates for Early Childhood Development with World Bank Support
Nigeria's First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, met with World Bank officials in Abuja to discuss the necessity of early childhood development, focusing on nutrition, education, and school feeding programs to secure the nation's future.
Zamfara State Grants Extended Six-Month Maternity Leave for Female Employees
Zamfara State has implemented a six-month maternity leave policy for female civil servants to support infant nutrition and maternal recovery.
House of Representatives Proposes Nutritionists Registration Council
Lawmakers are considering a new bill to establish the Nutritionists Registration Council of Nigeria to regulate the profession, eliminate quackery, and better address the country's malnutrition crisis.
Kebbi State Government Debunks Report on Child Mortality Statistics
Kebbi State officials have formally dismissed a report linked to MSF regarding child mortality, citing the use of outdated, inaccurate data that fails to reflect current healthcare improvements.
Government and Partners Aim for Full Food Fortification to Combat Malnutrition
Nigerian officials and industry experts are pushing for 100% compliance in food fortification to fight micronutrient deficiencies and improve public health nationwide.
Obesity diagnoses increasing most rapidly among young adults in England
New research shows obesity diagnoses are surging among adults in their 20s and 30s in England, driven by environmental factors and economic pressures.
Ogun State Launches Steering Committee to Lead National Community Food Bank Initiative
Ogun State has inaugurated a steering committee for the National Community Food Bank Programme, a project led by Senator Oluremi Tinubu to reduce malnutrition among vulnerable populations.
Lagos to launch feeding program for 30,000 students daily
Lagos State is set to roll out the 'Adopt a School Snacks for Thought' initiative on June 30, providing daily nutritional support for 30,000 students to boost academic performance.