Health workers and doctors in Benue State, led by Dr. Anthony Ajeh, a senior doctor at the Benue State University…
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Tsofo explained that when the outbreak started, 13 people had died, but three more deaths have since been recorded, making the total 16.
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“This review will help build a stronger and more inclusive social protection system in Nigeria and in these project states,” Chiluwe said. “It will improve service delivery to the poor, especially in Benue, where 75% of the population faces multiple deprivations, including those living in IDP camps.”
Ade warned that if Nigeria fails to promote breastfeeding, especially in places affected by emergencies like Borno and Benue, the country’s future development will be harmed.
Hajeebhoy said, “We are here with one goal: to put mothers and babies first and build strong support for every mother and child in Nigeria.”
To help reduce the number of women dying during childbirth, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has given 3,700 “Mama kits” to pregnant women in Borno State. These kits have important items needed for a clean and safe delivery.