Lagos State Launches Nutrition Programme to Promote Health

The Lagos State Government has launched a food and nutrition programme to promote healthy eating and improve public health. Commissioner for Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Bolaji Dada, announced this initiative on Thursday at the WAPA Skills Acquisition Centre in Isheri-Olowora.

The programme aims to enhance nutrition awareness and encourage informed food choices among residents. Dada emphasized that the initiative is part of the government's broader strategy to ensure citizens are healthy and capable of utilizing economic opportunities.

The programme includes medical screenings, professional nutrition education, and healthy food packs distributed across the five IBILE divisions of Lagos State, focusing on women and girls. Nutritionist Olusola Malomo spoke on the importance of balanced diets and preventive healthcare, advising participants to prioritize affordable foods and maintain proper hygiene.

He also stressed the need for regular health checks to identify potential medical conditions. Dada encouraged participants to apply the lessons learned to improve their families' nutritional choices.