The Guardian Nigeria News·3 min read·medium
FG to strengthen food safety as unsafe food kills 53,000 deaths yearly
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The Nigerian government is prioritizing food safety initiatives following data showing that unsafe food causes 53,000 deaths annually in the country. Children under five are disproportionately affected, accounting for 80 percent of the foodborne disease burden.
Why it matters
Highlights a major public health crisis in Africa and the economic/developmental impact of foodborne illnesses.
Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako
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