Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu has reaffirmed his administration's commitment to strengthening the healthcare sector, assuring medical professionals of sustained collaboration to improve service delivery across the state.
WHO Nigeria hosted its first Ambassadorial Health Diplomacy Roundtable in Abuja, mobilizing diplomatic support for the Health Sector Renewal Investment Initiative to advance Universal Health Coverage.
Stakeholders call for urgent measures to address Nigeria's public health financing gap for non-communicable diseases, highlighting low budget prioritization and fragmented funding as key challenges driving high out-of-pocket spending.
The Federal Government emphasizes concrete actions to ensure health facilities deliver quality care for mothers and newborns, introducing new policies and expanding services to reduce mortality rates.
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Stakeholders express concerns as NAFDAC suspends the Heart Mark logo on eight certified food products, while the Nigerian Heart Foundation launches a nationwide campaign against cardiovascular diseases through nutrition awareness.
The Ondo State Government has approved the construction of 500-bed hospital buildings across the state and the upgrading of the neuropsychiatric facility in Akure to address healthcare access and mental health challenges.
African societies must embrace Ubuntu principles to address critical gaps in sexual and reproductive health services, integrating traditional knowledge with modern healthcare while empowering youth leadership.
An X user reveals a woman attempted to alter her pregnancy scan to match her husband's timeline, while another shares a similar story highlighting common misunderstandings about pregnancy dating.
Dr. Alamin Usman's viral video reveals the emotional toll on Nigerian doctors facing poor resources, low pay, and patient deaths over small fees like N5000 for oxygen.
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Senator Sunday Marshall Katung has unveiled a public health project to eliminate viral hepatitis in Southern Kaduna, targeting over 620,000 residents with screening, treatment, and vaccination services.
The World Health Organization cautions Nigerians about the dangers of health misinformation on social media, urging reliance on scientific evidence to protect public health gains in immunization and disease prevention.
Nigeria's healthcare sector is projected to grow 7.1% with a $161.7M market value by 2027, driven by major investments. The WHX Lagos 2026 expo will connect stakeholders to unlock opportunities amid challenges like high out-of-pocket expenses.
Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori approves a ₦200,000 monthly salary increase for doctors and tax-free allowances to retain medical professionals amid Nigeria's worsening brain drain crisis.
LASUTH strengthens healthcare with the first graduates of its Postgraduate Diploma in Hospital Administration and Management, addressing leadership gaps in the sector.
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CAPPA advocates for a N300 million Tobacco Control Fund and a 50% tax on sugar-sweetened beverages to address Nigeria's health funding gaps and rising non-communicable diseases.
Experts call for increased government funding and a national policy to address dementia, emphasizing structured care, research, and equitable access for Nigeria's ageing population.
The Federal Government pledges to accelerate digital technology adoption in healthcare, including telemedicine and health records, to improve access and equity for Nigerians, as announced by Minister Salako.
The Africa CDC has launched the SPARK-NCD Programme to strengthen surveillance, improve integrated care, and transform Africa's response to non-communicable diseases like hypertension and diabetes.
A new National Bureau of Statistics report reveals diagnostic accuracy among clinical health workers in Nigeria's public facilities dropped from 56.2% in 2023 to 46.1% in 2025, with significant regional and facility-level disparities.
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Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State has approved the immediate employment of 416 nurses and midwives to strengthen healthcare delivery, addressing manpower shortages and supporting ongoing health sector reforms.
Niger State Government is finalizing a framework to reactivate Patients Information and Complaints Offices across public health facilities, aiming to improve transparency and patient feedback.
Residents of Elele Alimini in Rivers State express frustration over a dilapidated public hospital, forcing long journeys for medical care, as Governor Fubara pledges healthcare improvements.
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors has suspended its nationwide strike after government assurances but issued an April 21 ultimatum for unmet demands including allowance payments and training funds.
On World Health Day 2026, Nigeria's First Lady Oluremi Tinubu calls for increased investment in science and resilient health systems, emphasizing global collaboration and the One Health approach for long-term health security.
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On World Health Day, concerns mount over WHO's sustainability after U.S. withdrawal leaves a $1.9 billion budget gap, prompting restructuring and calls for Nigeria to boost domestic health financing.
Thousands of Nigerian nurses remain unable to work or emigrate abroad since 2023 due to the Nursing and Midwifery Council's refusal to issue professional certificates, creating a career freeze.
On World Autism Day, stakeholders in Lagos called for stronger implementation of policies supporting children with autism, emphasizing inclusion in schools and workplaces.
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors has declared a total and indefinite strike starting April 7, 2026, protesting the Federal Government's alleged decision to halt the Professional Allowance Table implementation.
Stakeholders in Nigeria's autism community have called for enhanced government and community support systems to alleviate the burden on families raising children with autism. This appeal was made during the 2026 'Shine Your Light on Autism Spectrum Confer
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Africa CDC alerts to critical shortages in medical supplies, driven by a 40% surge in material costs and $4,000 shipping fees, threatening medicine and vaccine delivery across the continent.
