Study ranks Lagos and Kano as the most ready for maternal supplement rollout (opens original article in a new tab)

A study ranks Lagos and Kano as the most prepared states for Nigeria's maternal multiple micronutrient supplement rollout, highlighting their health system strengths and financing commitments.

• Lagos and Kano are ranked as Tier One for MMS rollout readiness due to strong ANC utilization and health system capacity.
• Lagos relies on private-sector health systems, while Kano depends on public healthcare with significant government financing.
• Nigeria faces challenges with MMS awareness, affordability, and supply constraints, despite transitioning from IFA to MMS.