Nigeria faces a triple burden of malnutrition, including undernutrition, overnutrition, and micronutrient deficiencies, also known as “hidden hunger.” The Federal Government has called for a multi-stakeholder approach to address this issue, urging tighter regulations, support for local premix production, and adoption of technology like the Digital Fortification Quality Traceability Plus platform.
The Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has also emphasized the importance of food fortification in enhancing public health, lowering healthcare costs, and boosting productivity. However, compliance among Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) remains inconsistent due to weak enforcement, low awareness, and limited access to affordable premixes.
The government, private sector, civil society, and development partners are urged to invest in domestic production and adopt technology to monitor compliance. The 2024 Nigeria Demographic and Health Survey found that 40% of children aged 6–59 months are stunted, and 79% of Nigerians are food insecure.