"The Red Cross has warned that up to 33 million Nigerians could face severe hunger this year, a record figure. According to the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, about 6.4 million Nigerian children are expected to be acutely malnourished by the end of 2026, the majority in the north."
"Locals say the 80-bed facility, funded by Alima and its donors since it was established in 2021, has been a lifesaver for people living nearby. Last year, its malnutrition programme treated more than 36,000 children."
"Increasing numbers of mothers are also presenting with acute malnourishment, highlighting the widespread impact of the hunger crisis on families in the region."
The Kaita community in Nigeria's Katsina state is experiencing a severe hunger crisis, affecting many children, including eight-month-old Hambali. Medical personnel are assessing malnutrition levels using color-coded tape. The Red Cross warns that up to 33 million Nigerians may face severe hunger this year. The United Nations predicts that 6.4 million Nigerian children will be acutely malnourished by 2026, primarily in the north. The Alima facility in Kaita has treated over 36,000 children last year but faces overwhelming challenges in addressing the crisis.
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