Collins Akanno is a community nutritionist, entrepreneur, and project management professional with experience in nutrition assessment and education, as well as digital technology, team building, and community mobilization. He's leveraging digital skills and community initiatives for nutrition advocacy, consulting, and education in Nigeria, enhancing nutrition literacy and security.
He founded Diet234.com, a digital platform that provides nutrition education, personalized assessment, coaching, visibility, and affordable access to licensed dieticians and nutritionists for tele-nutrition services. As a community nutritionist, he delivers engaging nutrition presentations dispelling nutrition misconceptions and has also cultivated a thriving online community of over 20,000 health enthusiasts under the moniker, @DietGee.
In the face of the unprecedented challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, Collins spearheaded the Communeating initiative, a community food assistance network comprising 70+ volunteers. This commendable effort facilitated the contactless distribution of donor palliatives to more than 300 disadvantaged households across eight Nigerian states, earning him well-deserved recognition as a Beating Corona Hero. He focuses on building partnerships to improve nutrition outcomes for health equity.
Presently, Collins oversees a roster of 30+ listed nutrition professionals on Diet234.com, facilitating remote nutrition consultations to enhance visibility and affordable access to registered dietitian nutritionists for counselling. His leadership journey includes serving as State Program Officer, Secretary General, and now Chairman of the Nutrition Society of Nigeria for Lagos State. In this capacity, he leads a growing association of about 200 professionals in designing and implementing integrated partnership programs that advance nutrition education and foster healthy eating habits within Lagos communities. Collins Akanno's multifaceted expertise continues to shape the landscape of nutrition, health, and wellness with passion and purpose.
He is also the co-founder of CenterpriseCo a personal development agency in Nigeria that aims to improve professionalism in Africa and end mediocrity in business. In this role, he oversees significant corporate decisions and manages company resources.
The Diet234 blog page features articles I have written on various topical issues on nutrition, health, wellness, and community health systems as well as from other contributors. The articles provide insights, best practices, and practical tips for individuals looking to modify lifestyle and eating habits as well as professionals working in the field of nutrition.
Recently started DietGee's Diary, you can check it out. Also, to view a list of my other local and international publications,
A personal publication where I offer opinion pieces, personal experiences, and helpful insights on nutrition, health, and well-being from verified sources. Expect thought-provoking content, practical advice, and a friendly tone. Shall we?
