By Admin
The Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq on Wednesday launched a statewide nutrition campaign, codenamed “Eat A Rainbow”, as part of its activities marking the 2025 World Nutrition Day.
This was designed by the Kwara State Ministry of Health led by the Commissioner Dr. Amina Ahmed El-Imam, the Eat A Rainbow campaign is an innovative crusade of the administration to improve intakes of balanced diets across families.
The Governor called it a people-centered effort that reflects his administration’s commitment to improve the well-being of the people and build on its successes in the subsector.
“This campaign is more than just about fruits and vegetables. It is a call to action — a reminder that the choices we make today directly shape the future of our children, families, and communities,” the Governor said.
He was represented by the Commissioner for Finance Dr Hauwa Nuru.
“Daily consumption of diverse, colourful fruits and vegetables amounts to taking a strong stand against malnutrition, chronic diseases, and preventable illnesses,” he added.
AbdulRazaq said the “Eat a Rainbow” campaign is rooted in science and compassion that recognises that sustainable health lies in prevention, education, and empowerment.
Kwara First Lady Amb. Mrs Olufolake AbdulRazaq was represented by Commissioner for Special Duties Hon. John Bello.
Also in attendance were cabinet members; local government chairmen; heads of agencies such as Executive Secretary of the Primary Health Care Development Agency Prof. Nusirat Elelu and Executive Secretary of the Hospital Management Board Dr. Abdulraheem Malik; Emir of Shonga Dr Haliru Yahaya; Balogun Alanamu of Ilorin, Dr Abubakar Usman Jos; Balogun Fulani Alhaji Atiku Sidiq; and university lecturer and guest speaker of the day,
