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non-communicable diseases (NCDs)

April 29, 2024

33% of Nigerian children under five years suffer stunted growth: Survey

“This is a huge burden and calls for deliberate efforts to address,” he said.

malnourished children
October 25, 2023

Excess consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages threat to future generations: FG

“Taxation on SSB has shown an effective reduction in its consumption in countries where it is in force.”

Dr Muhammad Ali Pate
May 18, 2021

Soft drinks are killing Nigerians, time to introduce health tax on sugary drinks

A tax on sugar-sweetened beverages can reduce soft drink consumption and result in better health outcomes.

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