Image Source: Prime Progress NG Nigeria stands at a critical juncture, facing the challenges of a rapidly changing climate and a persistent burden of child malnutrition. The country’s food systems, which see a large proportion of small-scale farmers depend on rain-fed farming, render it vulnerable to the disruptions caused by climate change. With the weather […]
Nigerian Children at the throes of Malnutrition from Climate Change Source: AIT Live According to the World Food Program, 33 million Nigerians will experience food insecurity due to climate-related disruptions in 2025. Even more profound, an estimated 11% or one in three Nigerian children under five suffer from food poverty, making them at least 50%
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Source: African Development Bank Nutrition Crisis in Nigeria A malnutrition epidemic is looming over Nigeria, fueled by a cost-of-living crisis, sub-optimised primary healthcare systems, and startling levels of insecurity, according to health professionals. Close to 32 million Nigerians, or around 15% of the population, are hungry due to a situation that was made more severe
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Introduction Climate Transition Plans (CTPs) have become essential instruments for countries to tackle the pressing issues related to climate change. These comprehensive strategies outline a country’s roadmap for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, adapting to climate impacts, and transitioning towards a more sustainable, low-carbon economy. As countries like Nigeria grapple with the complexities of climate action,
