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Vice President Kashim Shettima on Monday said President Bola Tinubu’s administration is committed to addressing the challenge of food security in Nigeria, especially malnutrition.
Vice President Kashim Shettima on Monday said President Bola Tinubu’s administration is committed to addressing the challenge of food security in Nigeria, especially malnutrition.

Shettima said collaboration with global bodies and other key stakeholders would support the efforts of federal and state authorities.

The VP stated this on Monday when he received a courtesy visit to the Presidential Villa, a delegation from the World Food Programme led by its Executive Director, Mrs Cindy McCain.

The Senior Special Assistant to the Vice President on Media and Communication, Mr. Stanley Nkwocha, revealed this in a statement titled, ‘President Tinubu Committed To Food Security In Nigeria – VP Shettima.’

“The President has given his commitment towards addressing the core challenge of food security.

“He has declared a commitment towards tackling food insecurity and there is a need for us for further collaboration between the WFP and the government of Nigeria on strengthening food systems and improving nutrition in the country,” the VP stated.

The Vice President said the introduction of the school feeding programme to tackle malnutrition among children was in line with the president’s vision for food security in Nigeria.

He sought further collaboration between the Ministry of Agriculture and the WFP, especially in strengthening our food systems and fighting malnutrition.

Recalling the WFP’s support for Borno state when he was governor, the VP noted, “Right from my days as a governor in Borno, we have had a very close working relationship with the WFP. They were there for us in our times of need, stood by us, and solidarised without playing to the gallery.

“I thank you, most sincerely, for all of your efforts, and I want to request for more. The governor of Borno is a very committed and upright gentleman.

“He is fully committed to the welfare of the people and he needs more support. But the challenge in Borno as it is elsewhere across the country, is humongous.”

In her remarks, McCain said she was in the country with her team to explore areas of further collaboration between Nigeria and the World Food Programme with the aim of addressing the challenges faced by the people.

She said the WFP is thrilled about the initiatives by the government to address the challenges of food security and malnutrition, noting that “the unique potential to explore Africa-led solutions to the challenges is exciting and commendable.”

She pledged the organisation’s continued support and partnership with authorities at different levels in Nigeria to help alleviate the sufferings of the people especially in the areas affected by conflict.