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ACOMIN: Staff, Infrastructure Gaps Threaten PHCs

ACOMIN warns that staff shortages, stock-outs, and poor infrastructure are severely undermining service delivery in Nigeria's Primary Health Centres, eroding public trust and worsening health outcomes nationwide.

Nigeria, U.S. Sign $5.1 Billion Health Security Agreement

Nigeria and the US have signed a landmark $5.1 billion health agreement, blending $2.1B in US grants with $3B in Nigerian funding. This pact aims to strengthen primary healthcare and disease response from 2026-2030.

NIPRD Flags Nigeria's Reliance on One WHO Antimalarial

NIPRD warns Nigeria's reliance on a single WHO-prequalified antimalarial limits local manufacturing. The institute trains pharma firms to tap into the $161m global market, urging tax reliefs and incentives.

US Signs $2.1B Nigeria Health Deal with Christian Focus

The US has signed a major 5-year health agreement with Nigeria, committing $2.1 billion. The deal specifically aims to strengthen Christian faith-based healthcare amid security concerns. Read the full details.

German Business Confidence Falls to 7-Month Low

German business sentiment dropped for a second month in December, hitting its lowest point in seven months. The industrial slump and weak Christmas sales signal a bleak economic end to 2025. Read more.

Nigeria Intensifies Fight Against Unaffordable Healthcare

Federal and state governments, with global partners, are ramping up efforts to make healthcare affordable for all Nigerians. Key strategies include expanding health insurance and systemic reforms under the NHSRII initiative.

Nigeria Must End Reliance on Foreign Health Aid - Presidency

Presidential adviser Dr. Salma Anas warns Nigeria's health system is vulnerable due to over-reliance on foreign grants and high out-of-pocket payments. The government is pushing for Domestic Resource Mobilisation to achieve Universal Health Coverage.

Pharmacists Demand Local HIV Drug Manufacturing

Nigeria's community pharmacists call for urgent local investment in HIV/AIDS commodities and services to reduce dependence on external donors and protect recent gains in the fight against the epidemic.

MAN Warns Against SSB Tax Hike, Cites Job Risks

Manufacturers Association of Nigeria warns proposed sugar-sweetened beverage tax increase could undermine local production, threaten jobs, and distort investments. Urge lawmakers to reconsider.

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