“The arrogance and ignorance of some parents not to immunise their children have brought much pain to many children and burden on society,” said the church leader.
Data recently released by UNICEF showed that Nigeria ranked number one in Africa and number two globally in terms of the number of malnourished children.
The cases have been reported from six of the country’s 10 provinces, with Lusaka Province recording the highest number of cases, Mr Masebo said.
“Depression is more common among women than men. Both young children that are female and younger women…you have been exposed to depression,” said a medical professional.
UN deputy secretary-general Amina Mohammed has called for innovative solutions to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The Environmental Health Officers Association of Nigeria warned of an increased risk of a cholera epidemic due to the damaged sewer with potentially catastrophic consequences.
A check on some public hospitals showed only doctors and laboratory technicians were on duty.
She described cholera as a bacterial disease caused by unsanitary conditions.
However, the Edo government said it approved more than N27 million for the procurement of family planning commodities for 2024.
He said that while diarrhoea and related cases were common during the rainy season, there was no evidence of a cholera outbreak in Yobe.
