The federal government in collaboration with the Groupe
Speciale Mobile Association, (GSMA), has launched a programme which will
utilise mobile phones in tackling malnutrition in the country.
Launching the initiative tagged "mNutrition
Programme" in Abuja yesterday, Minister of Health, Prof. Isaac Adewole,
said several countries have been able to increase citizens' access and
nutritional services by delivering effective messages through mobile phones.
"Such messages typically focus on educational content
geared towards improving nutritional practices such as the promotion of
balanced diets, basic steps for improving nutritional content of locally
available foods, encouraging exclusive breastfeeding of infants, and safe and
appropriate complementary feeding of infants and young children," he said.
The Chief Executive Officer of Airtel Nigeria, Segun
Ogunsanya who was represented by Kehinde Sanusi said the organization was
passionate about Nigerians and their health and that triggered the partnership.
MHealth Market Engagement Manager, GSMA, Mr. Victor
Ohuruogu, said mNutrition involves using mobile and wireless technology to
support health and nutrition outcomes.
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