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.
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.
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.
A Federal High Court voids PDP's Ekiti governorship primary won by Wole Oluyede. The party faces a fresh election as a group alleges APC interference. Get the full details.
Kebbi State Government reopens Government Girls’ Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga, with enhanced security after the rescue of 24 abducted students. Governor Idris orders security awareness programs.
TOS Foundation Africa partners with Nigeria Governors’ Spouses’ Forum to scale women's economic empowerment and child survival programs nationwide. The collaboration leverages a N2.5bn fund.
The Federal Government has begun a merit-based recruitment drive for National Health Fellows to strengthen primary healthcare in all 774 local government areas. Apply now!
Federal High Court in Ado-Ekiti nullifies PDP governorship primary for violating Electoral Act. Justice Kuewumi orders fresh primary with all eligible aspirants. Details inside.
The Nigeria Governors’ Spouses’ Forum and TOS Foundation Africa partner to scale women's economic empowerment and improve child survival across Nigeria's 36 states. Learn about the new strategic alliance.
Mohammed Idris, Nigeria's Information Minister, refutes reports of contesting for Niger governor in 2027. He suspends aide and reaffirms focus on current duties. Read full details.
Ogun State tackles teacher shortage by deploying 448 OgunTeach interns to rural primary schools. SUBEB warns against redeployment requests, urging immediate duty resumption.
Tanko Yunusa, National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, declares the group will stay in the ADC and accept its presidential primary result, even if Atiku wins. Read the full statement.
Suspected gunmen attacked a police station in Ondo State, setting it ablaze and destroying patrol vehicles. Get the full details on the shocking incident.
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.
Alumni of Muhammadu Nya Primary School in Jalingo urge strategic investment in infrastructure and scholarships to secure the future of the historic institution. Join the call to action.
Alumni of Muhammadu Nya Primary School, Jalingo, call for urgent investment in infrastructure and scholarships to sustain the legacy of the historic institution ahead of its 2027 centenary.
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.
Health and tech experts call for AI integration in Nigeria's PHCs to cut costs and improve access. They highlight a $1.5bn market potential but warn of regulatory and data gaps.
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.
Ebubechukwu Eziokwe Foundation empowers over 1,200 pupils in Umuchu with essential learning kits. Founder Ezeukoh Ebubechukwu champions grassroots education, calling for government support to build a future where no child is left behind.
The World Bank's IMPACT project has revitalised 83 Primary Health Centres in Kwara State, enhancing access to quality healthcare, safe deliveries, and immunisation for over 722,000 outpatients. Read more.
Bayelsa State launches a road show to sensitize residents ahead of the Measles-Rubella vaccination campaign from January 20-29, 2026. Health officials urge parents to vaccinate children aged 9-15 months.
Tears flowed as 12 miners killed by suspected herdsmen were buried in Plateau State. The attack in Atosoh community has left many missing. Read the full report on the tragic incident.
UNICEF projects 1.8 million annual child deaths in Africa by 2040. WHO and UNAIDS warn of stalled HIV fight. Urgent political action and investment in primary healthcare are needed to avert disaster.
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.
Edo Deputy Governor Dennis Idahosa directs the strengthening of rural Primary Healthcare Centres and announces a major Measles-Rubella vaccine campaign for 2026, targeting all children aged 9 months to 14 years.
Edo Deputy Governor Dennis Idahosa mandates stronger rural primary healthcare. Plans 2026 Measles-Rubella vaccine campaign for children 9 months to 14 years. Read more.
Former aide Babafemi Ojudu clarifies that President Buhari repeatedly assured VP Osinbajo of his support during the 2022 APC primary contest. Get the full details of the private and public endorsements.
Governor Dauda Lawal has directed the complete renovation and equipping of Dansadau Primary Healthcare Centre, including WASH facilities, to boost grassroots healthcare in Zamfara State.
World Bank commends Tinubu's NG-CARES programme for economic resilience. NSA warns governors on festive season security. NGF commits to health, safety goals. Read more.