Nigeria: Malnutrition Admissions Rise At ICRC-Backed Facilities in North-East Nigeria
[Premium Times] Malnutrition admissions at 10 ICRC-supported health facilities in north-eastern Nigeria rose from approximately 17,000 to nearly 20,000 between January and September 2026, with Mubi in Adamawa State recording a particularly sharp rise.
Malnutrition admissions at 10 ICRC-supported health facilities in conflict-ravaged north-eastern Nigeria surged 18% from January to September 2026, reaching nearly 20,000, according to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). Mubi, in Adamawa State, experienced the steepest rise, with admissions jumping nearly 24% to around 5,700 from roughly 4,600 the previous year.
Young children, pregnant women, and breastfeeding mothers were the most affected. These figures, covering six health centers and four hospitals, contrast with earlier ICRC warnings about rising malnutrition cases in conflict-affected areas. In October 2024, the charity reported a 24% increase in severe acute malnutrition admissions, from 6,824 to 8,470 between Q3 2023 and Q3 2024.
Despite these alarming numbers, the ICRC remains committed to combating malnutrition through various interventions, including supplying resilient seeds, promoting crop diversification, and educating mothers on preparing nutritious meals.
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