Nigerian children pay the price for Iran war as malnutrition, poverty surge
The article reports that children in northern Nigeria are suffering from rising malnutrition and poverty due to knock-on effects from the Iran war. The conflict has caused a spike in global fuel prices after the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, driving up petrol costs in Nigeria from 800 to 1,400 naira per litre. This has increased food and fertilizer prices, worsening an already dire economic situation exacerbated by President Tinubu's reforms. Health workers in Sokoto state report a surge in children relapsing into malnutrition. UNICEF warns that up to 23.4 million additional children globally could fall into monetary poverty by year-end if the war continues, with 80% in Africa and Asia. The article highlights the long-term developmental risks for affected children.
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