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Kano to host 2025 World Nutrition Day

The event aims to promote healthy eating habits and improve public awareness of nutrition, aligning with the United Nations’ annual observance.

• October 15, 2025
Kano kids
Kano kids[Credit: Dr.Seun Asala]

The Kano government, in collaboration with the federal government and development partners, will host the 2025 World Nutrition Day celebration on Thursday.

The event aims to promote healthy eating habits and improve public awareness of nutrition, aligning with the United Nations’ annual observance.

The commissioner for budget and planning, Musa Shanono, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday.

He said that the celebration would enlighten the public on the importance of consuming nutritious food.

According to him, the event will feature a special exhibition showcasing nutritional products and food items, and provide a platform for stakeholders to discuss ways to utilise local food resources.

Mr Shanono called on the public, particularly families and youths, to participate actively in the celebration, reaffirming the state government’s unwavering commitment to improving nutrition and public health.

(NAN) 

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