UNICEF, Group Seek Six Months Maternity Leave
UNICEF and a youth group have called on the Kano State government to approve six months of paid maternity leave for mothers to support exclusive breastfeeding. This initiative aims to promote infant nutrition, health, and reduce child mortality rates, especially in commemoration of the 2025 World Breastfeeding Week.
UNICEF's chief in Kano emphasized the importance of exclusive breastfeeding in providing essential nutrients and antibodies to infants, leading to better health outcomes and reduced risks of diseases like cancer and diabetes. The group highlighted that breastfeeding for the first six months has been proven to prevent deadly childhood diseases and other health challenges.
They urged Governor Abba Yusuf and stakeholders to support this initiative to improve nutrition and health outcomes for women, children, and youth in the state.
Plus234Feed summary based on reporting from Leadership Newspaper. Read the original report below.
Read full article
Continue on Leadership Newspaper
Get the week in one email
Top stories, NPFL results, the naira — every Friday morning. Free, one email a week.
Related Stories
UNICEF, BCA Take Breastfeeding Sensitisation to Rural, Urban Communities in Rivers State
Kwara govt grants six-month paid maternity leave for female civil servants
Kwara govt, UNICEF strengthen commitment to child nutrition
NAFDAC Tasks Nursing Mothers On Breastfeeding
Dr. Elizabeth Alonge Advocates for Investment in Breastfeeding in Nigeria
NHIA Launches Neonatal Care Initiative in Kano State for UHC Advancement
Get Plus234Feed on messaging apps
Same headlines, delivered where you already scroll.
