The National Council on Nutrition (NCN) has approved new measures to combat malnutrition and food insecurity in Nigeria.
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| Vice President, Kashim Shettima. Photo: @FMINONigeria |
This is in line with the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration’s efforts to improve the nutritional status of all Nigerians.
Speaking on Tuesday during a meeting of the NCN held at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, the Chairman of NCN, Vice President Kashim Shettima called for active and proactive participation from all involved, including ministries, departments, agencies, development partners, and other stakeholders.
“Our dedication to this Council reflects President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s unwavering commitment to improving the nutritional status of every Nigerian,” VP Shettima declared.
Among the approved measures is the establishment of a national nutrition dashboard to be hosted by the Federal Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning and which will also be uploaded on the website of the NCN. This tool aims to provide better oversight and coordination of nutrition-related initiatives across the country.
