Researchers: Abortion Stigma Harms Women, Blocks Care in Nigeria
Researchers warn abortion stigma in Nigeria endangers women's health and limits access. They call for legal reform, public education, and a shift to public health reasoning. Read more.
Category : Healthcare Policy
Health Experts Criticise N2.48 Trillion Budget Allocation
Health experts condemn Nigeria's N2.48 trillion 2026 health budget as grossly inadequate, falling short of Abuja Declaration and a $2.1bn US pact. They demand urgent increase to at least 6%. Read more.
Stakeholders Urge Action to Strengthen Lagos PHCs for Universal Health
Health stakeholders in Lagos demand urgent action to fix PHCs, revealing a massive shortage of facilities and doctors. The state needs 2,000 new centres to meet WHO standards and achieve universal health coverage.
5 Ambulances Boost Emergency Care in Ogoniland
Rivers State and HYPREP strengthen public health in Ogoniland with ambulance donations to five facilities. Partnership aims to tackle pollution-related health challenges.
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6 Million Lagosians Living with Hypertension - LASG
Lagos State reveals a silent health crisis: 6 million residents have hypertension, with 4.2 million unaware. Commissioner Abayomi urges urgent primary healthcare screening to prevent heart disease and stroke.
6 Million Lagosians Living with Hypertension - LASG
Lagos State reveals 6 million residents have hypertension, with 4.2 million unaware. Commissioner Abayomi calls for urgent primary healthcare screening to curb silent killers.
Doctors' Union Rejects FG, NMA Job Evaluation Deal
NARD rejects a 6-month job evaluation deal between FG and NMA, demanding immediate CBA talks and payment of arrears. The union warns against setting a bad precedent.
Agbakoba, Specialists Call for Health Regulatory Reform
Following a tragic hospital death, legal expert Olisa Agbakoba and anaesthetists demand an independent Health Regulatory Authority and legislative action to fix Nigeria's broken health system. Read more.
Agbakoba Calls for Urgent Health Regulatory Overhaul
Senior Advocate Olisa Agbakoba demands an independent health authority and legislative reform to tackle medical negligence, citing systemic failures and recent tragic cases. Urgent action needed.
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NMA Slams N2.1tr Health Budget as Inadequate
Nigeria's 2026 health sector allocation of N2.1 trillion is condemned by the NMA as grossly inadequate, falling far below the 15% Abuja Declaration target. Read the full analysis.
ANHeJ Calls for SSB Tax Review, Increased Health Budget
Nigerian health journalists urge a higher sugar tax and 2% CRF allocation to BHCPF to boost domestic health financing. AHBN warns of a public health emergency due to family planning commodity shortages.
Diri Orders Health Checks for Bayelsa Cabinet
Bayelsa Governor Douye Diri mandates medical check-ups for all executive council members following the death of Deputy Governor Lawrence Ewhrujakpo. Read the full story.
FG Blames Policy Issues for Doctors' Strike, Not Neglect
The Federal Government explains the ongoing NARD strike is due to structural health sector challenges, not neglect. It highlights a ₦90bn allowance review and ongoing negotiations. Read the full details.
JOHESU Faults FG's Retirement Age Review as Biased
JOHESU criticizes the Federal Government's new retirement age policy, calling it discriminatory and a threat to healthcare teamwork. The union demands equity for all health workers. Read the full story.
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Okoya's 86th Birthday: Free Healthcare for 1,500 in Lagos
Industrialist Chief Rasaq Okoya launches an 8-day free medical outreach for Eti-Osa residents, covering bills and offering transport fare. A model for private sector health intervention.
UK Enforces Daytime Junk Food Advertising Ban
Britain starts a landmark ban on junk food ads on TV before 9pm and online to fight childhood obesity, aiming to cut 7.2 billion child calories yearly. Read the full story.
Nigeria's Healthcare and Education in Crisis
Nigeria's healthcare and education systems face severe neglect, with fewer than 35,000 doctors for 200 million people. Explore the impact of insecurity and the resilience of Nigerians. Read more.
Nigeria Pushes for Stronger West Africa Health Security
Nigeria's Federal Government pledges stronger regional collaboration on health security in West Africa, aligning with Africa CDC's agenda. Learn about the key initiatives and commitments.
Nigeria's Health Sector: 2025 Challenges and Reforms
Nigeria's health sector faced Lassa fever outbreaks, a funding freeze, and a doctor exodus in 2025. Discover the government's response and restructuring efforts for 2026.
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Nigerian Medical Association Criticises FG's 2025 Health Record
The Nigerian Medical Association, Lagos, condemns the Federal Government's handling of healthcare in 2025 as unacceptable. It demands better welfare, funding, and policies to stop brain drain and improve access for Nigerians.
NGOs Urge Govt to Boost Health Funding, Stop Brain Drain
CISLAC and VNDC call for increased, protected health financing and urgent solutions to Nigeria's healthcare workforce crisis. Experts warn systemic issues threaten universal health coverage goals.
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.
Sickle Cell Foundation Raises Alarm Over Cost of Cure and Care
Anissa Sickle Cell Foundation reveals the crushing financial burden of sickle cell disease in Nigeria, with crisis care hitting N1 million and a cure costing N85 million. It calls for urgent NHIS coverage and policy action.
Man's Viral Self-Tribute Before Death Highlights Nigeria's Healthcare Failures
A Nigerian man's heartbreaking self-tribute before dying from a heart condition has gone viral, exposing demands for N2m deposits by Lagos hospitals and a failing healthcare system. Read his full story.
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Bauchi Trains 800 Health Workers on Medical Supplies
Bauchi State has trained 800 health personnel to improve management of medical consumables across 350 facilities, backed by a N500 million investment to boost local procurement and prevent waste.
Cross River cracks down on unlicensed medical outfits
Cross River State declares zero tolerance for unlicensed medical practice. Health Commissioner warns against quackery after arrests, vows stronger enforcement in 2026 to protect public health.
US Commits $2.1bn to Nigeria Health, $200m for Christian Facilities
The US and Nigeria have signed a landmark $5.1 billion health agreement. The deal includes $200 million specifically for over 900 Christian faith-based health facilities serving millions nationwide.
Care Coordination Key to Healthcare Delivery – Dr Fasuyi
UK-based Nigerian health consultant Dr Tokumbo Fasuyi highlights the critical role of care coordination and personalised health management in improving Nigeria's healthcare outcomes and economic productivity.
FG Approves ₦32.9bn for Primary Healthcare Expansion
The Federal Government has approved ₦32.9 billion to strengthen primary healthcare access. The funds, part of the BHCPF, will be disbursed in January 2026 to support essential services and a new Citizens' Response Centre.
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Ogun PHCs Breach Guidelines Despite BHCPF Funding
An investigation reveals Ogun State's Primary Health Centres, funded by BHCPF, lack amenities and manpower, forcing residents to risky private clinics with auxiliary nurses. Read the full report.
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