WFP and AfDB have called for increased investment in innovative and production-oriented food systems in Nigeria.
Dates offer a wide range of health benefits, including improved cholesterol levels and reduced inflammation, among others.
Preliminary findings in some African countries suggest that the programmes are cost-beneficial in terms of the gains obtained in the education, health, and nutrition sectors.
Key features of the programme include high-quality, balanced meals prepared with locally sourced ingredients to ensure freshness and central kitchens.
According to UN estimates, about 25.6 million people, over half of Sudan’s population, face acute hunger amid the ongoing conflict, including over 755,000 on the brink of famine.
The WFP said it was working to provide emergency food assistance for the flood victims this week.
UNHCR is seeking $107.1 million for operations there this year, but he said the appeal was just 28 per cent funded by the end of August.
The World Food Programme says it is currently providing food assistance to 130,000 victims of armed conflicts in Adamawa.
“We need more investment in sustainable solutions to help strengthen food security.’’
There are no reports of survivors among the family.
