The UNICEF Chief of Nutrition Section, Ms. Nemat Hajeebhoy, made the recommendation on Wednesday in Dutse during a visit to the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Health, Dr. Kabir Ibrahim.
Hajeebhoy noted the various measures taken by the state government to control malnutrition amongst children and mothers.
She hailed the Masaki programme and integrated health system to reduce malnutrition.
The UNICEF Chief of nutrition therefore urged other states in the country to emulate the Jigawa model in addressing the menace.
Hajeebhoy, however advised the Jigawa government to commit to do more to keep its lead.
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