An event to launch a comprehensive overview of the current state of aquatic food systems and identifies key challenges and opportunities for transformation in Nigeria.
Date: Wednesday, 24 May 2023
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Nigeria is plagued by a double burden of malnutrition as undernutrition exists alongside overweight, obesity, micronutrient deficiencies, and associated diet-related non-communicable diseases. Recently, it loses $1.5 billion in Gross Domestic Product (GDP) to micronutrient deficiencies, and dietary inadequacies -- one of the most pressing reasons for people experiencing multiple nutrient deficiencies and subsequent morbidity and mortality.
The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development of the Government of Nigeria, in collaboration with the Global Panel and the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN), has launched a policy brief on fisheries and aquaculture, to address malnutrition in the country, whereby aquatic food system plays a vital role in ensuring food security, improving nutrition, and driving economic growth, especially in a nation like Nigeria.
This is a significant gathering that has brought together all relevant stakeholders in the Nigerian fisheries and aquaculture sector with one objective of attaining the immense potential that aquatic foods can contribute to sustainable healthy diets and addressing the burden of malnutrition in Nigeria.
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We look forward to your active participation.
