The House of Representatives has begun considering a bill seeking to establish the Nutritionists Registration Council of Nigeria, with lawmakers saying a formal regulatory framework could strengthen professional standards, improve nutrition services and protect Nigerians from harmful or misleading dietary advice.

The Nutrition Society of Nigeria (NSN), in collaboration with the Nutrition Drive for Healthy Diet Initiative (NDDI), is pleased to announce the winners of the 2026 NSN Emerging Nutrition Scientist Awards.

As part of its commitment to advancing nutrition research, fostering innovation, and supporting the next generation of nutrition professionals, Our Diet Line (ODL), in collaboration with the Nutrition Society of Nigeria (NSN), is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2026 Nutrition Research Innovation Challenge.

The Nutrition Society of Nigeria (NSN) held its 56th Annual Scientific Conference and General Meeting. The Conference brought together over 1,500 nutritionists, dietitians, public health professionals, food scientists, researchers, policymakers, development partners, industry stakeholders, students, and other allied professionals committed to advancing nutrition science, practice, policy, and national development.

The President of the NSN, Prof. Salisu Abubakar, raised the concerns alongside other stakeholders at the society’s 56th Annual Scientific Conference and General Meeting in Lagos, themed “Delivering Better Nutrition for All: Connecting the Dots Across Life Cycle, Systems, and Sectors.”