Nigeria urges a new global framework to manage health professional migration, citing severe strain on fragile systems. Minister Salako highlights workforce shortages and proposes solutions like compensation and training.
Borno State government has directed the employment of 473 health workers, including doctors and nurses, and pledged a 100% rural allowance for doctors to improve healthcare in underserved areas.
The Federal Government, with support from Gavi and UNICEF, has deployed solar systems to 371 Primary Health Centres across Nigeria to enhance healthcare delivery in off-grid areas.
Aga Khan University Hospital in Kenya launches the TrueBeam radiotherapy system, leveraging genomic data for precision oncology to improve cancer treatment in Africa amid rising cases and limited access.
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Health stakeholders in Nigeria are pushing for oral healthcare to be integrated into the primary healthcare system to enhance access and preventive practices nationwide.
The Rotary Club of Ikeja Alausa organized a cycling event to raise awareness for polio vaccination, urging communities to maintain Nigeria's polio-free certification through continuous efforts.
The SARMAAN initiative in Nigeria integrates maternal and child health services to reduce under-five mortality. By focusing on mothers as central figures, it uses azithromycin distribution and existing healthcare platforms to improve outcomes.
A second university in Kent confirms a meningitis case as UK health officials declare a national incident. The outbreak has claimed two lives and infected 20 people, with fears of wider spread as students travel for Easter.
Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has approved the construction of a N19.6 billion Mother and Child Specialist Hospital in Yola, aimed at reducing maternal and infant mortality rates in Adamawa State.
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The suspension of Nigeria's STOP guideline creates fear among health workers, leading to delays and judgment in maternal care. Stigma, driven by unclear laws, contributes to preventable deaths by discouraging timely treatment and eroding patient trust.
The Federal Government has set aside N73.4 billion for tuberculosis drugs and commodities to prevent shortages, while WHO emphasizes the need for increased domestic funding and community engagement to combat TB in Nigeria.
Aids Healthcare Foundation Nigeria calls on the European Union to ensure equitable distribution of vaccines and treatments in global health emergencies, warning of risks if the Pandemic Agreement fails to include fair provisions for low-income countries.
Africa faces a severe diagnostics crisis, with millions lacking access to essential tests. Despite high-level declarations, systemic failures persist, requiring urgent political will and domestic financing to transform health sovereignty into reality.
Siemens Healthineers partners with the African Medical Centre of Excellence to advance radiology, cancer care, and NCD treatment across Africa, aiming to improve healthcare access and outcomes through technology and training.
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The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control records 469 confirmed Lassa fever cases and 109 deaths in 2026, showing a higher fatality rate than 2025. Key affected states include Bauchi, Ondo, and Benue.
Jacaranda Health and eHealth Africa have introduced an AI-driven SMS service in Kano, providing personalized pregnancy and postpartum guidance to 25,000 mothers in Hausa and English to combat maternal mortality.
Niger State Governor Umaru Bago conducted a hands-on inspection of a Level II Primary Health Care Centre in Kataeregi, directing immediate interventions including ambulance provision and emergency unit establishment to boost community healthcare delivery.
Lagos State Government and CEWHIN have introduced a Standard Operating Procedure to improve service delivery for children, youths, and other vulnerable populations, supported by RoLAC and International IDEA.
The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria has reaffirmed its readiness to work with Anambra State government to advance healthcare reforms and expand access to quality medicines.
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The Federal Government has allocated N73.4 billion for tuberculosis drugs and commodities to prevent shortages, while deploying over 1,000 diagnostic devices to remote areas for faster detection.
Benue State reports 383 suspected Lassa fever cases with 47 confirmed infections and 14 deaths. Health authorities note improved control measures and no new fatalities in 11 days.
A Nigerian healthcare worker in the UK quit her job after three years, citing constant workplace trouble and ethical mismatches, and has returned to Nigeria where she now focuses on online opportunities.
A Florida hospital has taken legal action against a former patient who has occupied a room for five months post-discharge, citing bed shortages and resource diversion as critical issues.
A new salary comparison reveals Nigerian doctors earn dramatically less than UK counterparts at every career level, fueling brain drain concerns in Nigeria's healthcare sector.
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A 44-year-old Nigerian woman, Toks, discusses her improved health and fitness eight months after altruistically donating a kidney to a stranger in London, encouraging others to donate blood or time.
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control reports Lassa fever deaths have risen to 109 in 2026, with Bauchi and Ondo states leading confirmed cases. Healthcare worker infections are increasing, highlighting the outbreak's severity.
Sundry Markets Limited's 'Marketsquare Cares' initiative provided free medical services to 3,772 patients in Yenagoa, offering consultations, surgeries, and screenings through partnership with Pro-Health International.
Sundry Markets Limited's 'Marketsquare Cares' initiative offers free medical services in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, with 3,772 patients receiving care through 9,800 interventions including surgeries and screenings.
US President Donald Trump announces White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles has early-stage breast cancer. Trump says prognosis is excellent and she will continue working full-time during treatment.
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Sundry Markets Limited's 'Marketsquare Cares' initiative delivered free medical services to thousands in Yenagoa, offering surgeries, eye care, and screenings through a partnership with Pro-Health International.
