Understanding What is the Prevalence of Acute Malnutrition in Nigeria
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As of mid-2025, over 5.4 million children under five are projected to face acute malnutrition in Nigeria, a dire indicator of a deepening public health emergency exacerbated by economic shocks, insecurity, and climate change. This crisis disproportionately affects the northern regions, where millions of children and women require urgent nutritional support.
