Overview

The document is the 'National Guidelines for the Prevention and Control of Micronutrient Deficiencies in Nigeria,' published in July 2021 by the Federal Ministry of Health, Department of Family Health, Nutrition Division, Abuja, Nigeria. It provides a comprehensive framework for addressing micronutrient deficiencies, including iodine, vitamin A, iron, folate, and zinc deficiencies, in Nigeria. The guidelines outline the current situation, including prevalence rates and impacts, and detail national strategies such as dietary diversification (including biofortification and maternal, infant, and young child nutrition), food fortification (mandatory and voluntary), and nutritional supplementation. The goal is to reduce the burden of micronutrient deficiencies and improve public health outcomes.

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