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National Infant and Young Child Feeding Policy.

Country/Territory
Nigeria
Document type
Date
2010
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Food & nutrition
Keyword
Food security Nutrition Breastfeeding/infant food Public health Community management Research
Geographical area
Africa, North Atlantic, Western Africa
Abstract

This National Policy on Infant and Young Child Feeding is a nationwide sectoral document representing an integral part of the overall objective of ensuring the socio-economic well-being of all Nigerians. The overall goal of the Policy is to ensure the optimal growth, protection and development of the Nigerian child from birth to the first five years of life.

Full text
English
Website
www.health.gov.ng