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Elhaji Diop

August 19, 2022

UNICEF expert says breastfeeding reduces cancer, hypertension risk

“There is evidence today that every N1,000 invested in supporting optimal breastfeeding can generate an estimated N35,000 in economic returns for Nigeria,” said the UN expert.

Breastfeeding mother
August 17, 2022

1.2 million under-five children stunted due to malnutrition in Katsina: UNICEF

Mr Diop said about 1.2 million under-five children were anaemic, while 82,492 were wasted.