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Dangote Foundation poised to curb malnutrition in Nigeria

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Director of Health and Nutrition ADF, Francis Aminu presents gifts to participating schools

 

The Aliko Dangote Foundion, ADF said it has recorded tremendous achievements in the Nutrition development landscape in Nigeria.

It is therefore poised to sustaining the drive towards realizing Nigeria’s Multi-Sectoral Plan of Action For Food and Nutrition (NMPFAN)20 21-2025 goals in line with the theme of the 53rd Annual General Meeting and Scientific Conference sponsored by the Aliko Dangote Foundation.

The 5-Day event which took place in Abuja was organized by the Nutrition Society of Nigeria, NSN.

The Managing Director, ADF, Zouera Youssoufou said the foundation, under the able leadership of the foremost Philanthropist, Aliko Dangote, have been collaborating with NSN since 2017 to curb malnutrition and would continue to support stakeholders for appropriate solutions.

She said the organization of the Conference by NSN at this time marks a significant step in ADF’s quests to achieve the goals of Nigeria’s National Multi-Sectoral Plan of Action for Food and Nutrition (NMPFAN) 2021-2025 as desired by the foremost Philanthropist, Aliko Dangote.

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Zouera listed collaborations/achievements by ADF to include the following-The Aliko Dangote Foundation Integrated Nutrition (ADFIN) programme designed and implemented in compliance with global best practices, in recognition of the multifaceted and interdependent causes of malnutrition like the difficult context in northern Nigeria, is planned to reach over 1 million children at the end of the first phase in 2025

The Partnership for Accelerating Nutrition Results in Nigeria, (PANRiN) with the World Bank and BMGF for the provision of TA mechanism through a multi-donor trust fund (MTDF), informed the 235M nutrition International development (IDA) assistance to the Federal Government, leading to the provision of community-based services to 9.6 million women and children.

The multi sectoral
ANRiN Pilot project in Gombe, has reached 14,000 poor and vulnerable households receiving cash transfers, and home gardening

ADF catalyzed food fortification and nutrition across public and private sectors through the annual Food Processing and Nutrition Leadership CEO Forum in Nigeria with the
provision of fortified staple foods with micronutrients from an average of 50 per cent in 2018 to about 90 per cent in 2022 amongst others

Represented by the Director, Health and Nutrition, Dr. Francis Aminu, Zouera reminded the Conference that
“the consequences of malnutrition are profound, and proper nutrition is a fundamental right of Nigerians as the bedrock upon which its physical/health and economic prosperity is built.

Hence, the focus of ADF in nutrition with wraparound interventions to improve health, education, livelihood and empowerment opportunities for social change through strategic investments.

She urged the conference to seek solutions to closing the gaps of the nutrition workforce, share innovative ideas and collectively chart the part towards brighter and healthier future for all Nigerians in line with the theme of the Confrence
“Strengthening Nutrition Leadership and Workforce Capacity for Improved Health and Development in Nigeria ”

Speaking at the event the Minister for Budget and Economic Planning, Abubakar Bagudu, said Nigeria loses $1.5bn of its Gross Domestic Product yearly due to micronutrient deficiencies and called for
coordinated efforts to tackle malnutrition in the Country.

The President, Nutrition Society of Nigeria, and Dean, College of Food Science and Human Ecology, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Prof. Wasiu Akinloye O. Afolabi expressed gratitude to the Aliko Dangote Foundation for Sponsoring this year’s Nutritional Society of Nigeria’s Inter-Schools Debate to scale up nutrition.

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Ganduje, Barau, other party Chieftains Congratulates Danagundi on Appointment as DG NPC

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Ganduje and Barau flanked by APC Chairman Kano Abdullahi Abbas and Murtala Sule Garo

 

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress Dr Abdullahi Imar Ganduje has congratulated Dr Baffa Babba Danagundi on his appointment as the Director General of the National Productivity Centre by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

Ganduje who was excited by the appointment thanked President Tinubu for considering party loyalists like Danagundi.

On his part, the Deputy Senate President Senator Barau I Jibrin described the appointment as timely and well deserved.

“Appointing Danagundi to key political positions will further strengthen the relevance of our great party looking at the fact that he is a grassroots mobilizer of note “. Said Barau Jibrin.

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Danagundi was at the residence of the National Chairman to present his letter of appointment and to thank him for the support he has been rendering to the APC.

Ganduje further praised the newly appointed Director General for breaking the record of any political mobilisation in Kano during the presidential campaign in 2023

Abdullahi Abbas who was also present during the presentation of the letter of appointment described the appointment as timely saying that the president has appointed his staunch and key loyalist.

“Tinubu has appointed a team player, a loyal party member and a hard-working man who will no doubt by God’s mercy take this agency to greater heights in the consolidation of the renewed hope agenda of President Tinubu “.

Present at the residence of the party chairman are the Kano Deputy Gubernatorial Candidate of the party in 2023 Murtala Sule Garo and other party chieftains.

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Senator Sumaila Eulogizes Governor Yusuf for Releasing Funds for Kafinchiri Irrigation Scheme

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Senator Abdurrahman Kawu Sumaila

 

Senator Suleiman Abdulrahman Kawu Sumaila, representing Kano South Senatorial District, has commended Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano state for approving N2.5bn to revive the Kafin-Chiri irrigation scheme.

Senator Sumaila in a statement he signed, said the scheme will significantly contribute to the enhancement of agricultural productivity in the state.

“The extension of the Kano irrigation scheme around Garko Sumaila axis is a pivotal initiative that will create over 500 direct and indirect job opportunities, thereby uplifting livelihoods and promoting economic growth.

“The project’s dedication to bolstering food production in Kano state deserves praise as it underscores the government’s commitment to ensuring food security and prosperity for its citizens.

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“I am therefore, encouraging farmers in the region to seize this opportunity and leverage the reactivated irrigation scheme to increase their agricultural output.

“I urged the farming community to collaborate with the authorities, embrace modern farming techniques, and capitalize on this generous gesture by the government.

The senator assured that by working hand in hand with the government, farmers in the area can maximize the benefits of the reactivated irrigation scheme to propel Kano State towards greater agricultural self-sufficiency and prosperity.

“The people of the area should join heads in celebrating this landmark initiative and strive towards a future of abundant harvests and economic prosperity,” the statement ended.

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Arewa APC Merger Group Promises to Stop Alleged Politically Motivated Protests in Nigeria.

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The Arewa APC Merger Group has issued a stern warning against a series of politically motivated protests allegedly sponsored by individuals and groups agitated by separatist agendas.

According to the group, these protests are orchestrated by enemies of Nigeria who aim to destabilize the nation’s unity.

In a statement signed by Hon. Musa Mujahid Zaitawa, the National Coordinator of the group, the Arewa APC Merger Group and made available to press emphasized their commitment to supporting the current APC government.

The statement, issued in Abuja, expressed the group’s resolve to counter any protest efforts intended to sow discord and undermine national cohesion.

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They accused a prominent political figure, as strongly associated with these protests.

Despite his public denials, the Arewa APC Merger Group has declared his involvement “unacceptable.”

They accuse him and his supporters of attempting to manipulate public sentiment for political gain.They stated that the denial of political figured hands in plan protest cannot be accepted because there is sign of hands of some of his supporters in the affairs.

They warned him against any statement that will lead in causing of what Will lead to instability to the nation

“The Arewa youths are steadfast in their allegiance to the APC government,” Zaitawa stated.

“We are ready to dedicate ourselves to stopping these politically motivated protests. Our unity and support for the government are crucial in maintaining peace and stability in Nigeria.”

The group called on all Nigerians to reject any actions that threaten the nation’s unity and to stand together in support of the government.

The Arewa APC Merger Group reiterated their commitment to safeguarding Nigeria’s integrity and ensuring that the country remains united against divisive elements.

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