FG rolls out N2.9bn lifeline to cut maternal, newborn deaths
Photo caption: The Executive Director of the NPHCDA, Dr. Muyi Aina, officially flags off the distribution of essential maternal and child health commodities in Abuja on Tuesday. Photo: NPHCDA …..10 states, 1,936 PHCs benefit in first phase The Federal Government yesterday flagged off the nationwide distribution of essential maternal and child health commodities valued at…
Abayomi: Lagos won’t lack doctors again as govt unveils 2026 health plan
The Lagos State Government has unveiled fresh health priorities for 2026, with the establishment of the Lagos State University of Medicine and Health Sciences topping its agenda to address the acute shortage of medical professionals. Health Commissioner Prof. Akin Abayomi, speaking at the 2026 Annual Operational Plan (AOP) top management committee meeting in Ikeja, said…
UK commits £19m to climate-resilient health, education facilities in Kano, Jigawa
Photo caption: H.E. Governor of Jigawa State Mallam Umar Namadi,Head of Development Cooperation, British High Commission Abuja, Cynthia Rowe, His Royal Highness, the Emir of DutseAlhaji Hamim Sanusi, and the UNICEF Representative in Nigeria, Wafaa Saeed at the commissioning of Chamo PHC CRIBS Project in Jigawa. The United Kingdom Government yesterday announced a fresh £19 million…
NMA Lagos hails Ago Medical Centre CMD’s recovery after hospital fire
The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Lagos State branch, has paid a solidarity visit to the Chief Medical Director of Ago Medical Centre, Dr. Kola Afolabi, to commend his resilience and recovery following a fire disaster that razed his former hospital facility months ago. Led by the state chairman, Dr. Babajide Saheed, the association’s delegation, which…
WASPEN push for hospital malnutrition to be recognized in national health strategy
Hospital malnutrition, described as a silent killer, came under sharp focus yesterday as the West African Society of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (WASPEN) raised fresh concerns. They called on governments in Nigeria and across West Africa to elevate clinical nutrition care into mainstream health strategies. Speaking during a keynote address at a webinar marking the…
Prostate Cancer: Scientists urge early detection, Africa-Led trials as CAPTC marks 20 years
Despite two decades of breakthroughs in global research, prostate cancer remains a deadly shadow over African men — claiming fathers, husbands, and breadwinners when detected too late. Scientists warn that without urgent investment in early detection, survivor support, and Africa-based clinical trials, the disease will continue to rob families of their pillars. This call to…
Nigeria battles triple burden of malnutrition, says FG
The Federal Government has raised concerns over Nigeria’s “triple burden” of malnutrition, comprising undernutrition, overnutrition, and micronutrient deficiencies, also known as “hidden hunger.” The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, Ms. Daju Kachollom, made this known on Thursday in Abuja at the Nigeria Health Watch Roundtable, themed “Fortifying Nigeria’s Future: Strengthening Nutrition…
Not all menstrual pains, cramps are normal – Gynecologist
Not all menstrual pains and cramps are normal; some may be linked to endometriosis, says Mrs Sophy Nwakuba, the President of EndoSurvivos International Foundation Nwakuba, a Gynaecologist and Managing Partner of StrongTower Specialist Hospital and Fertility Centre, made the assertion in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday in Lagos. Endometriosis…
NHIA moves to sanction defaulting HMOs, other healthcare providers
The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) says hiring Health Maintenance Organisation (HMOs) and other healthcare providers will be sanctioned if found wanting against the universal acceptable standards. The Authority also said it has rolled out several healthcare policies and strategies to make stakeholders enjoy its healthcare services by removing all bottlenecks. The Director-General of NHIA,…
Fed govt donates 1,653 solar refrigerators to boost immunisation drive
The National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA) has received 1,653 solar-powered direct-drive refrigerators from Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, to strengthen Nigeria’s vaccine storage and distribution system. Speaking at the official handover in Abuja on Wednesday, the Executive Director of NPHCDA, Dr. Muyi Aina, said the equipment would help close existing gaps in vaccine storage,…