May 14, 2026 — Between 2022 and 2025, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) managed about 350,000 outpatient and 100,000 inpatient cases of acute malnutrition and related complications across Nigeria. Speaking at a recent event, MSF Country Representative in Nigeria, Dr. Ahmed Aldikhari, described the latest figures as alarming.
The convergence of widespread insecurity, historic flooding, and economic challenges has significantly worsened the malnutrition crisis, severely limiting access to healthcare and essential nutrients for vulnerable populations. Health stakeholders are calling for immediate and coordinated intervention from both national and international bodies to stabilize the region and provide life-saving assistance.
