Aliko Dangote Foundation, ADF, has underscored the pivotal role of religious and traditional institutions in tackling the pressing issues of malnutrition and hunger within Nigeria.

Speaking at an event organized by the National Council on Nutrition and the World Bank-Assisted Accelerating Nutrition Results in Nigeria Project, Mrs. Zouera Youssoufou, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Aliko Dangote Foundation, emphasized the significance of faith-based groups in the national agenda for improving nutrition and human capital development in Nigeria.


During the high-level dialogue on nutrition at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, themed ”Faith Leaders as Catalysts for Enhanced Human Capital Through Nutrition,” Mrs. Youssoufou noted that nutrition had gone beyond mere sustenance.



According to her, it is about nurturing the body, mind, and spirit and stressed that adequate nutrition forms the cornerstone of human capital development.

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Mrs. Youssoufou painted a grim picture of the situation in Nigeria, where malnutrition significantly hampers the nation’s progress.

She pointed out that children were particularly vulnerable, suffering from stunted growth, cognitive impairments, and increased susceptibility to diseases due to inadequate nutrition.

She said malnutrition’s consequences extend beyond physical health to affect educational achievements, economic productivity, and overall well-being, urging urgent and concerted action from all sectors of society to address the crisis.

Mrs. Youssoufou highlighted the unique position of faith leaders, with their grassroots reach and influence, in driving positive change in nutrition.

She said their teachings on compassion, justice, and stewardship can inspire individuals to prioritize good nutrition, support vulnerable populations, and advocate for policies promoting food security.

Host of the event, Vice President Kashim Shettima, stressed the indispensable role of faith and traditional leaders in improving nutrition within their communities.


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