Niger Agency Records 192 Child Abuse Cases in Eight Months
Niger State Child Rights Protection Agency recorded 192 child abuse cases from November 2025 to June 2026, including rape, trafficking, and forced marriage, says DG Ummul Mohammed.
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Father blames 'foolish faith' after AS couple's child has sickle cell
A Nigerian father regrets ignoring AS genotype results, blaming 'foolish faith' after his child was born with sickle cell disease, sparking online debate.
Nigerian Women Embrace Doula Care for Maternal Wellness
Nigerian women increasingly seek doula care for emotional and physical support during childbirth. Certified doula Osunlolu Abimbola explains the trend's growth.
IUD Transformed My Sex Life and Killed My Contraception Anxiety
A woman shares how choosing an IUD after informed research transformed her sex life, dispelling myths and ending anxiety.
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From Crisis to Care: Rewriting Women’s Healthcare in Nigeria
Nigeria’s curative healthcare mindset costs thousands of lives annually, with women facing disproportionate risks. The Maky Bloom Foundation offers education and free screenings to shift toward prevention.
SFH identifies shortages hampering family planning in Abia, Akwa Ibom
The Society for Family Health has identified shortages of essential commodities and training resources as major challenges limiting family planning services in Abia and Akwa Ibom states.
Bola-Oyebamiji Donates 2,000 Pads, Educates Girls on Hygiene
Dr. Sekinat Bola-Oyebamiji donated 2,000 menstrual pads to teenage girls in Apomu Kingdom, Osun State, and educated them on menstrual hygiene to combat period poverty and school absenteeism.
LASG Pledges Inclusive Healthcare for PWDs on HIV AIDS
Lagos State Government reaffirms commitment to inclusive healthcare by sensitising persons with hearing and visual impairments on HIV/AIDS prevention and stigma reduction.
Nigeria Boosts Local Production of Prenatal Supplements
Nigeria is intensifying efforts to expand access to Multiple Micronutrient Supplements for pregnant women, pushing for local production and sustainable financing to reduce donor dependence.
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Hygiene Education Expansion Targets 6 Million Kids by 2030
Stakeholders under the Clean Naija Initiative aim to reach six million schoolchildren by 2030, improving hand-washing and reducing hygiene-related diseases in Nigeria.
Campaign targets 5,000 girls to end menstrual poverty
A new campaign, Adopt-A-Teen, aims to reach 5,000 adolescent girls with menstrual health education and dignity kits by end of 2026, addressing menstrual poverty in Nigeria.
Charities Lead Campaign to Break Menstrual Stigma Among Schoolgirls
DeCODE, Preserved Childhood Foundation, and Pink Health Foundation partnered to combat menstrual stigma in Onitsha, Anambra State, with education, debates, and a digital health platform.
Dettol Hygiene Quest Phase 3 Aims to Reach 840,000 Nigerians
Dettol Nigeria and Wellbeing Foundation Africa launch Phase 3 of Dettol Hygiene Quest, targeting over 840,000 beneficiaries in 2026 with hygiene education and handwashing advocacy.
Hygiene kits for girls in Lagos correctional centre
Child Empowerment Fund provides six-month supply of sanitary pads and menstrual health education to 100 girls at Lagos correctional centre.
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Group Urges Menstrual Health Education, Sanitary Products
HAYDI calls for menstrual health education and affordable sanitary products, reaching over 100 students in Ikorodu to combat period poverty and reduce school absenteeism.
NOLA Africa trains 250 girls on menstrual health in Lagos
NOLA Africa educated over 250 teenage girls in Isefun Community, Lagos, on menstrual hygiene, reproductive health, and emotional wellbeing during Project Lafiya outreach.
NYSC Maternal Health Outreach Screens 108 in Surulere
NYSC corps members organised a maternal health outreach in Surulere, Lagos, screening 108 residents. The initiative promoted safe motherhood and provided free medical services to pregnant women, nursing mothers, and others.
AHF Nigeria, Nasarawa Govt Push to End Menstrual Stigma
AHF Nigeria and Nasarawa State Government advocate for stronger collaboration to end menstrual stigma and improve hygiene support for girls during World Menstrual Health Day 2026.
Daurama Foundation urges more awareness on menstrual stigma
Daurama Foundation calls for greater awareness on Menstrual Hygiene Day to end stigma, citing lack of information and facilities for girls in Nigeria.
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Remi Tinubu Urges End to Child Marriage, Fistula
Nigeria's First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, calls for urgent action to end obstetric fistula, emphasizing improved maternal healthcare, girls' education, and an end to child marriage.
African Experts Urge Youth-Led HIV Prevention and Care
African health experts call for stronger youth-centred interventions in HIV prevention and care, emphasizing inclusion of young people in policy design and decision-making.
MFM Lekki Brings Medical, Food, Skills to Noforija Community
MFM Lekki organized a humanitarian outreach in Noforija, Epe, offering free medical services, food, clothing, and skills training to hundreds, aiming for long-term self-reliance.
Hina Gana Foundation birth kits cut maternal deaths in Niger
Hina Gana Foundation distributes birth kits to over 100 pregnant women in Niger State, aiming to reduce maternal and child mortality in underserved communities.
Nigeria Tops Global Sickle Cell Cases in Children, Study Shows
A new study identifies Nigeria as the global epicentre of sickle cell disease in children, with over 1.5 million cases under 15, highlighting urgent needs for improved healthcare interventions.
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55% of Nigerian Children Unprotected from Mosquito Bites
A 2025 survey shows 55% of Nigerian children are unprotected from malaria-carrying mosquitoes, with NMEP urging better use of insecticide-treated nets and proper treatment to reduce infant mortality.
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5 Red Flags Your Medication Might Be Counterfeit
Experts warn up to 40% of medicines in Nigeria may be fake. Learn how to spot counterfeit drugs and the proposed Pharmacity hub solution to strengthen pharmaceutical supply chains.
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Baby Powder Health Risks: What Parents Must Know
Dusting powder poses serious health risks for infants including respiratory issues and potential brain damage. Experts reveal safer alternatives for baby skin care.
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5 Early Diabetes Warning Signs Nigerians Ignore
Constant thirst, frequent urination, unusual fatigue, blurred vision, and slow-healing wounds are key early diabetes signs in Nigeria that people often dismiss as everyday stress or lifestyle factors.
SARMAAN Urges National Ownership for Child Health Funding
The SARMAAN Project advocates for stronger national ownership and sustainable funding for child health programmes in Nigeria, highlighting its success in reaching over 15 million children with mass drug administration.
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Abiodun Donates N20m to Autism Cycling Initiative
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun has donated N20 million to the Cycling for Autism with KanyeyaChukwu Initiative to raise awareness about autism, praising the advocacy efforts of a 16-year-old autistic artist.
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