11 h. ago UNICEF pushes for deprived children’s inclusion in Nigeria’s social register

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has urged Nigeria to fully capture deprived children in its National Social Register (NSR), read more UNICEF pushes for deprived children’s inclusion in Nigeria’s social register

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12 h. ago UNICEF: More children now obese than underweight as junk food takes toll

Tribune Online UNICEF: More children now obese than underweight as junk food takes toll A new UN report has revealed that more children worldwide now live with obesity than with underweight, warning that ultra-processed foods UNICEF: More children now obese than underweight as junk food takes toll Tribune Online

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34 h. ago FCDO, UNICEF commit £19m to climate resilience infrastructure in Jigawa, Kano

Tribune Online FCDO, UNICEF commit £19m to climate resilience infrastructure in Jigawa, Kano The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) of the United Kingdom, in collaboration with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)... FCDO, UNICEF commit £19m to climate resilience infrastructure in Jigawa, Kano Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Bala gifts UNICEF N300m to fight malnutrition among children in Bauchi

Governor Bala Muhammed Abdulkadir of Bauchi State has donated a sum of N300million to the United Nation’s Children Fund (UNICEF) read more Bala gifts UNICEF N300m to fight malnutrition among children in Bauchi

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5 d. ago UNICEF Donates Over 5,300 Cartons of Nutrition Aid To Jos, Bauchi

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has donated more than 5,300 cartons of nutrition supplements to support 15,000 children in Jos and Bauchi State. UNICEF Representative in Nigeria, Wafaa Saeed, announced during her recent visit to the two states. In a statement signed by UNICEF’s Communication and Advocacy Specialist, Susan Akila, Saeed praised the commitment […]

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6 d. ago UNICEF commends Bauchi govt for releasing N300m to fight child malnutrition

Tribune Online UNICEF commends Bauchi govt for releasing N300m to fight child malnutrition United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has acknowledged the release of N300 million by the Bauchi State Government and its 20 local government areas to UNICEF commends Bauchi govt for releasing N300m to fight child malnutrition Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Local Solution Panacea To Rising Malnutrition In Bauchi – UNICEF

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has emphasised that locally driven initiatives remain the most effective solution to addressing the alarming rise in child malnutrition cases across Bauchi State. Chief of Field Office, UNICEF Bauchi, Dr. Nuhzat Rafique, said this yesterday while interacting with journalists in her office. She stressed that combating malnutrition requires community-level […]

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7 d. ago UNICEF Country Representative visits Ganjuwa to boost community

From Paul Orude, Bauchi The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Nigeria Country Representative, Waafa Saeed Abdelatef, on Tuesday visited the District Head of Ganjuwa, Alhaji Mohammed Baba, at his palace in Kafin Madaki, Ganjuwa Local Government Area of Bauchi State, as part of efforts to strengthen community-led initiatives for child welfare. Abdelatef, who was accompanied […] The post UNICEF Country Representative visits Ganjuwa to boost community-led child welfare efforts appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago UNICEF commends Bauchi govt for contributing to child nutrition fund

Tribune Online UNICEF commends Bauchi govt for contributing to child nutrition fund The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has described Bauchi State’s contributions to the Child Nutrition Fund (CNF) as exemplary, setting a standard not only for Nigeria but also for other countries. UNICEF commends Bauchi govt for contributing to child nutrition fund Tribune Online

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8 d. ago UNICEF applauds Bauchi’s commitment to child nutrition, as Country Representative visits Governor Bala Mohammed

From Paul Orude, Bauchi The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has commended the Bauchi State Government for its strong commitment to tackling challenges in child nutrition, education, and healthcare. Speaking during a courtesy visit to Governor Bala Mohammed at the Government House, Bauchi, on Monday, the UNICEF Nigeria Country Representative, Wafaa Saeed Abdelatef, described Bauchi’s […] The post UNICEF applauds Bauchi’s commitment to child nutrition, as Country Representative visits Governor Bala Mohammed appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago UNICEF, FG train journalists on ethical reporting of children

Tribune Online UNICEF, FG train journalists on ethical reporting of children “A sensational headline about a child might sell newspapers, but an ethical story protects the child’s right to a future free.... UNICEF, FG train journalists on ethical reporting of children Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Ethical Media Reporting Key To Child Rights Protection — UNICEF

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has called on journalists to uphold ethical reporting, describing it as a key factor in safeguarding child rights and promoting peace and stability. Chief of the UNICEF Field Office in Kano, Mr. Rahama Rihood Mohammed Farah, made the call at a two-day training for journalists from Northern states. The […]

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9 d. ago Nigeria ranked 3rd world country with highest detention of underage children – NBA

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and other participants at the Nigeria Bar Association Conference (AGC) in Enugu have urged read more Nigeria ranked 3rd world country with highest detention of underage children – NBA

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1 week ago Alternative child care: We discourage institutionalisation — UNICEF

Tribune Online Alternative child care: We discourage institutionalisation — UNICEF “There are children in remand homes, children’s homes, and orphanages where orphans are kept, but these belong to the Alternative child care: We discourage institutionalisation — UNICEF Tribune Online

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1 week ago UNICEF, NBA seek legal reform to safeguard child rights in Nigeria

Tribune Online UNICEF, NBA seek legal reform to safeguard child rights in Nigeria Children should never be behind bars simply because of who they are or the circumstances they are born into.... UNICEF, NBA seek legal reform to safeguard child rights in Nigeria Tribune Online

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1 week ago Education remains Nigeria’s strongest weapon to end poverty — UNICEF

Tribune Online Education remains Nigeria’s strongest weapon to end poverty — UNICEF Nigeria’s investment in its children will not only transform the country but also have a positive impact across Africa.... Education remains Nigeria’s strongest weapon to end poverty — UNICEF Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Why Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Osun prone to  cholera outbreaks – Emergency specialist 

From Laide Raheem, Abeokuta A United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Emergency Specialist, Olayinka Afolabi has disclosed why Lagos, Oyo, Ogun and Osun risk the cholera outbreaks among other southwest states. According to Afolabi, an overview of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) risk analysis indicated that poor sanitation in the identified states has been responsible […] The post Why Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Osun prone to  cholera outbreaks – Emergency specialist  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago UNICEF unveils Nigeria’s first behavioural research lab in Unilag

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) in partnership with the University of Lagos (UNILAG), and others unveiled Nigeria’s first Behavioural, read more UNICEF unveils Nigeria’s first behavioural research lab in Unilag

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2 w. ago Enugu commends UNICEF for technical, moral support in eradicating malnutrition

Enugu State government has commended the continued technical and moral support of the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) towards eradication read more Enugu commends UNICEF for technical, moral support in eradicating malnutrition

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2 w. ago UNICEF launches Nigeria’s first behavioural research lab to address children’s concerns

Tribune Online UNICEF launches Nigeria’s first behavioural research lab to address children’s concerns Speaking at the launch, UNICEF’s Country Representative in Nigeria, Ms. Wafa Saeed, emphasised the importance of the research hub to Nigeria, saying “it is really a platform to transform our collective work for children.” UNICEF launches Nigeria’s first behavioural research lab to address children’s concerns Tribune Online

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