During a visit to a stabilization center in Yola, Adamawa State, on World Humanitarian Day, Fall highlighted the urgent need for assistance. He emphasized that 4.8 million people are projected to be food insecure during the lean season, and 230,000 children face the threat of life-threatening malnutrition.
Fall called on the international community to stand in solidarity with the affected children and their families, who are struggling to cope with the devastating consequences of food insecurity. He urged partners to mobilize resources and address the severe malnutrition crisis in Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe states.
The UN coordinator expressed deep concern about the heartbreaking scenes witnessed at the stabilization center, where children were fighting for their lives. He emphasized the need for immediate action to alleviate the suffering of these innocent children.
While acknowledging the challenges, Fall expressed optimism about the efforts of the federal and state governments to address the situation. He commended the support provided by organizations like the International Rescue Committee and UNICEF in operating stabilization centers.
A medical practitioner at the center highlighted the overwhelming demand for services, with an average of 96,000 patients seeking treatment annually. The crisis underscores the urgent need for comprehensive interventions to combat malnutrition and ensure the survival of vulnerable children in the region.