The project aimed to formulate a highly nutritious pap using 100% locally available ingredients, which is easy to prepare, affordable, and effective in combating malnutrition among children and vulnerable households in Adamawa State. The initiative was designed to promote local food security solutions by utilizing ingredients such as grains and legumes that are commonly found in the region. This approach not only provided a sustainable and culturally acceptable solution to malnutrition but also supported local farmers by sourcing raw materials within the community. In addition, the project emphasized hygiene, safe preparation practices, and the importance of balanced diets for child growth and maternal health.
Through this intervention, 50 packs of formulated nutritious pap were successfully produced and distributed to 50 vulnerable households across Adamawa State. Each household received training on proper preparation and feeding techniques to maximize nutritional benefits. The project significantly improved awareness of local solutions to malnutrition and demonstrated the practicality of using indigenous resources to meet nutritional needs. Beneficiaries reported improvements in the health and energy levels of their children, and the approach created a replicable model for community-based nutrition interventions in the region.
Project title | Formulating nutrition Pap using 100% locally available ingredients. | ||
Location | Yola North and Yola South, Adamawa State. | ||
Cost | ₦300,000 | ||
Donor | Murmushi Peoples Development Foundation | Focal Person | Binta Baraya |
Start Date | 2017 | ||
End Date | 2017 | Phone Number | +2347038001095 |
Project Activities
To develop a nutritious pap using 100% locally available grains and legumes.
To promote local food security solutions by sourcing ingredients from community farmers.
To raise awareness on hygiene, safe food preparation, and balanced diets for child and maternal health.
To train households on proper preparation and feeding techniques to improve child nutrition outcomes.
Key Achievements
Successfully formulated and produced 50 packs of nutritious pap using locally sourced ingredients.
Distributed the pap to 50 vulnerable households across Adamawa State.
Conducted training sessions on hygienic preparation and effective feeding practices.
Increased awareness of local, sustainable solutions to malnutrition and food insecurity.
Beneficiary households reported visible improvements in children’s health and energy levels.
Created a replicable community-based nutrition model adaptable for wider use in other regions.
