Ibrahim Ibrahim
The Jigawa State Government has expressed concern over the increasing number of children suffering from malnutrition in rural areas, describing the situation as alarming and requiring urgent intervention.
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Dr. Sambo Shehu, Executive Secretary of the Jigawa State Primary Healthcare Development Agency, disclosed this during a meeting with agency staff in his office.
He revealed that the state government has approved ₦250 million for the procurement of ready-to-use therapeutic food (RUTF) to combat malnutrition.
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Dr. Shehu highlighted priority areas for 2025, including routine immunization, antenatal and delivery services, and intensified efforts to address child malnutrition.
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In a related development, the Executive Secretary officially handed over a newly constructed and furnished two-bedroom staff house to the management of Abaya Primary Healthcare Center in Dutse Local Government Area.
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He noted that the housing project was one of seven similar facilities completed across the state, funded through a monetary gift from the Governors’ Forum.
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Residents of the Abaya community expressed their gratitude, pledging support for the government’s healthcare initiatives