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652 Nigerian Children Die from Malnutrition in Six Months, Says International Charity Organization
At least 652 children have died from malnutrition in Nigeria's Katsina state in the first six months of 2025, according to Doctors Without Borders.
At least 652 children have died from malnutrition in Nigeria's Katsina state over the past six months, according to Doctors Without Borders. The charity reported this alarming figure, highlighting the devastating impact of malnutrition on vulnerable populations. The high mortality rate underscores the urgent need for improved healthcare and nutrition services in the region. MSF attributed its findings to a severe food crisis exacerbated by drought and conflict.
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