The Federal Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning (FMBEP) successfully convened a 2-day Joint National–State Food & Nutrition Meeting, bringing together key stakeholders from the federal and state levels to enhance coordination, share best practices, and strengthen nutrition programming across Nigeria.
Held at K-Class Hotel, Abuja, the meeting provided a platform for national and state nutrition officers to review progress, discuss implementation challenges, and strategize on harmonizing nutrition interventions with national development priorities.
Objectives of the Meeting
The meeting aimed to;
- Foster stronger coordination between national and state nutrition stakeholders
- Review state-level implementation of nutrition initiatives and identify operational gaps
- Promote data-driven planning and timely reporting across all levels
- Encourage knowledge sharing and cross-sectoral collaboration for effective nutrition programming
HLADI’s Technical Support
HLADI provided critical technical assistance to ensure smooth organization and proper documentation of the meeting:
- Online registration of participants for efficient tracking
- Marking of attendance through digital tools
- Photography and documentation of participants for reporting and future reference
These contributions helped maintain orderly proceedings and ensured accurate records for reporting and follow-up actions.
Key Discussions
Participants engaged in interactive sessions to:
- Assess the current status of nutrition interventions at national and state levels
- Identify challenges affecting program delivery and reporting
- Explore strategies to improve intergovernmental collaboration
- Discuss integration of nutrition objectives into broader development agendas
Expected Outcomes
The meeting is expected to:
- Strengthen coordination between federal and state actors
- Improve reporting and monitoring of nutrition activities
- Enhance planning and implementation of nutrition programs nationwide
- Foster stronger multi-sectoral partnerships for improved nutrition outcomes