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80m Nigerian children exposed to lead poisoning – FG
The Federal Government says an estimated 80 million children in Nigeria are exposed to lead poisoning, calling for stronger measures to address the public health and environmental threat.
80 million Nigerian children exposed to lead poisoning, FG raises alarm over health risks - Newsy People
The Federal Government has raised concerns over lead poisoning in Nigeria, estimating that 80 million children are exposed to the toxic substance. Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Iziaq Salako, disclosed this on Wednesday in Abuja during the 2026 International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week. He warned that children, pregnant women […]
It was announced that more than 80 million children in Nigeria are at risk of lead poisoning. The Ministry of Health has called for an acceleration of exposure prevention measures rather than treatment against this threat, which causes serious damage to the brain and nervous system. UNICEF, which supports the process, aims to completely end lead poisoning in children by 2040 by strengthening the country's health infrastructure and control mechan…
Nigerian Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Iziaq Adekunle Salako, stated that at least 80 million children in the country are at risk of lead poisoning and called for increased measures against environmental and occupational exposure.
80 Million Nigerian Children Face Lead Exposure as FG Launches Five-Year Elimination Plan
An estimated 80 million children in Nigeria are exposed to lead poisoning, prompting the Federal Government to introduce a five-year strategy aimed at preventing exposure and tackling environmental sources of contamination. The plan, covering 2026 to 2030, prioritises stronger surveillance, improved laboratory capacity and tighter controls on lead in soil, water, consumer products and industrial […]
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