GSK Initiative Feeds the Street Connected Children

Nigeria, the most populous country in Africa, has been facing a serious issue of hunger and under-nutrition for years, which has led to the country being ranked among the lowest in global hunger indices. According to the 2022 report, 12.7% of Nigeria’s population is undernourished, and 6.5% of children under the age of five are wasted while 31.5% of children under the age of five are stunted. Additionally, 11.4% of children in Nigeria die before their fifth birthday. These alarming statistics paint a bleak picture of the state of child malnutrition in Nigeria.

The most affected children in this situation are the street-connected children, who have limited or no access to nutritious food. These children face numerous challenges, including food, insecurity, lack of basic amenities, and limited access to healthcare and education. Living on the streets exposes them to various risks.

Street-connected children are particularly vulnerable to the effects of hunger and malnutrition. They often do not have access to healthy and sufficient food and are forced to eat whatever they can find, which does not provide the balanced diet required for proper growth and development. This leads to significant growth problems and malnutrition, which can have long-lasting effects on their health.

GSK initiative is a ray of hope for these children. The initiative is aimed at improving the welfare and well-being of children living on the streets by providing them with regular meals. Through this initiative, the street-connected children are fed sumptuous meals every week, which has helped reduce their involvement in illegal activities, and made them feel, loved and wanted.

The initiative therefore, call to action for everyone to support the cause of child welfare and malnutrition in Nigeria. Every child matters and it is essential to ensure that no child is left behind. By providing support to initiatives such as GSK initiative, we can help improve the lives of street-connected children, and provide them with the opportunity to grow, learn, and thrive.

We all have a responsibility to support the welfare and well-being of vulnerable children in our communities. We should all take it upon ourselves to support initiatives like this, and work towards ensuring that every child has access to the basic necessities of life, including food and shelter

In conclusion, GSK initiative has made a commendable effort towards addressing the issue of child malnutrition and welfare in Nigeria. It is crucial to recognize the importance of providing support to initiatives such as this, as it can make a significant impact on the lives of street-connected children. The initiative serves as a reminder that every child deserves a chance to live a healthy and fulfilling life, and it is our responsibility to work towards making that a reality.