Ibrahim Ibrahim
Jigawa State Government has approved the release of N250 million for the procurement of Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Foods (RUTF).
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State Commissioner for Information, Youth, Sports, and Culture, Sagir Musa Ahmed, disclosed this while briefing newsmen on the outcome of the state executive Council meeting.
He said the decision aligns with the state’s ongoing partnership with UNICEF to combat malnutrition among children.
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“This intervention reaffirms Governor Namadi’s dedication to improving the health and well-being of children in Jigawa State.
The partnership with UNICEF is a strategic effort to reduce malnutrition and its devastating effects on children,” the commissioner stated.
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The commissioner noted that initiative is part of a broader health reform agenda of Governor Umar Namadi’s administration.
Malnutrition remains a significant challenge in Nigeria, particularly in northern states, where food insecurity, poverty, and limited access to healthcare services contribute to the crisis.