A severe surge in child malnutrition in northern Nigeria has led to a health crisis, with Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) warning of an early peak in the lean season. Dr. Simba Tirima, MSF’s Country Representative in Nigeria, highlighted a 100% increase in admissions in some areas compared to last year. In April 2024, MSF’s center in Maiduguri admitted 1,250 severely malnourished children, doubling the number from April 2023, necessitating an urgent capacity increase from 200 to 350 beds. Similarly, MSF facilities in Bauchi’s Kafin Madaki hospital and Zamfara’s Shinkafi and Zurmi have also seen significant rises in malnourished children admissions.
Malnutrition cases surge 100% in Nigeria, children dying – MSF raises alarm
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