Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) alerts to a dire surge in severe malnutrition cases among children in Northern Nigeria. As MSF calls for urgent intervention, Nigerians express dismay and frustration over the escalating crisis, questioning the government's response.
Amid a concerning surge in severe malnutrition cases among children in northern Nigeria, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has sounded the alarm, highlighting a critical health crisis. Dr. Simba Tirima, MSF’s Country Representative, disclosed a staggering 100% increase in admissions, stressing an urgent need for intervention during the lean season.
The report reveals a dire situation, with MSF facilities overwhelmed and children's lives at risk. Despite appeals for increased aid, the response remains inadequate, raising concerns about the long-term consequences of neglecting the nutritional needs of Nigeria's vulnerable children.
Nigerians express dismay and frustration over the government's apparent inaction, demanding immediate measures to address the escalating crisis.
