Niger Revives Patient Complaint Offices in Hospitals
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.
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Rivers Community Decries Non-Functional Hospital on Health Day
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.
NARD Suspends Strike, Gives Government April 21 Deadline
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.
Tinubu's Wife Urges Science Investment for Health Systems
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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WHO Faces $1.9B Deficit as U.S. Exit Raises Health Funding Concerns
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.
Nigerian Nurses Stranded as NMCN Withholds Certificates
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.
Autism Day: Stakeholders Push for Policy Action in Lagos
On World Autism Day, stakeholders in Lagos called for stronger implementation of policies supporting children with autism, emphasizing inclusion in schools and workplaces.
Resident Doctors Begin Nationwide Strike Over Allowance Scrapping
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.
World Autism Day: Call for Government Support for Autistic Families
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 Warns of Health Crisis from Costs, Supply Issues
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.
Experts Urge Boost in Cardiac and Neurological Care in Africa
Health experts advocate for stronger cardiac and neurological care infrastructure in Africa to address the rising burden of non-communicable diseases like heart disease and neurological disorders.
FG Commits to Contraceptive Procurement as Campaign Advances
The Federal Government has committed to funding contraceptive procurement to address declining donor support, ensuring supply continuity. Nigeria's family planning model, integrating private sector and state-level implementation, serves as a regional exam
Kogi Govt and Foundation Address Rural Healthcare Barriers
The Kogi State Ministry of Youth and Sports Development and the Esther Matthew Tonlagha Foundation have launched a free medical outreach in Ogene-Igah and Okpo communities, providing dental care, eye surgeries, and general health checks to underserved res
Religious Leaders Push for HIV Innovations and Long-Acting Injectables
Religious leaders and HIV community members in Nigeria call for strengthened HIV services in primary healthcare and equitable access to innovations like long-acting injectables, addressing funding gaps and stigma.
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NHS Warns of Days-Long Medical Supply Shortages from Iran War
The UK's National Health Service faces imminent shortages of syringes, masks, and surgical equipment as Middle East conflict disrupts supply chains through the Strait of Hormuz, with some supplies potentially running out in days.
RCCG Cleric Urges Government to Lead Rural Healthcare
RCCG Minister Agbolade Okenla calls on federal and state governments to lead in providing basic amenities like healthcare in rural Nigeria, citing church efforts.
FG Stresses Epidemic Preparedness and Health System Resilience
The Federal Government emphasizes strengthening epidemic preparedness and investing in resilient health systems to prevent future pandemics, citing COVID-19's $15 trillion global GDP impact.
Health Professionals Warn of Risks in Nigeria's Digital Health Bill
The Association of Health Records and Information Management Practitioners of Nigeria raises concerns over a proposed bill, warning it could weaken professional regulation and threaten patient data protection in the healthcare system.
PSN Lauds Fintiri's Healthcare and Infrastructure Overhaul in Adamawa
The Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria commends Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri for transforming Adamawa's healthcare and infrastructure, highlighting Yola's development into a modern hub.
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Radiographers Caution National Assembly on Medical Bill
The Association of Radiographers of Nigeria warns the National Assembly against passing the Medical and Dental Practitioners Act amendment, citing risks of deregistration and professional subordination in healthcare.
Nigeria Breaches WHO, ECOWAS Tobacco Tax Rules, NTCA Alleges
Nigeria faces allegations of breaching WHO and ECOWAS tobacco tax rules, with the NTCA highlighting industry interference and weak enforcement in a new report.
Ogun Commissioner Calls for Leadership Training for Doctors
Ogun State Commissioner for Health, Dr Tomi Coker, advocates for government investment in leadership and management training for doctors to strengthen Nigeria's healthcare system and reduce maternal mortality.
eHealth Africa Unveils Plan to Strengthen Africa's Health Emergency Prep
eHealth Africa has launched its Public Health Emergency Management Strategy for 2026-2028, focusing on data, coordination, and community-level response to improve Africa's capacity to handle health threats.
Medical Lab Scientists Oppose Health Reform Bills
Medical laboratory professionals in Nigeria oppose health reform bills, warning they could weaken healthcare standards and endanger patient safety by disrupting governance and professional boundaries.
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eHealth Africa Launches Strategy to Strengthen Emergency Response
eHealth Africa has launched a new Public Health Emergency Management Strategy for 2026-2028, aiming to enhance emergency preparedness and data-driven response systems across Africa through improved coordination and real-time data integration.
Nigeria Breaches WHO, ECOWAS Tobacco Tax Rules
Nigeria has been flagged for breaching WHO FCTC provisions and failing ECOWAS excise tax directives, raising concerns over tobacco control and public health. The NTCA report highlights industry interference and weak taxation.
Global Fund Allocates N1.16tr for HIV, TB, Malaria in Nigeria
The Global Fund has allocated N1.16 trillion ($790 million) to Nigeria for HIV, tuberculosis, malaria, and health systems strengthening from 2027 to 2029, urging sustainable domestic funding to prevent setbacks in TB control efforts.
Experts Call for Overhaul of Nigeria's Health Financing
Health policy experts warn Nigeria's current healthcare financing system is unsustainable, with 70% out-of-pocket payments and less than 10% insurance coverage, demanding urgent reforms for better access and affordability.
Global Fund Allocates N1.16 Trillion for Health in Nigeria
The Global Fund has allocated N1.16 trillion to support HIV, TB, and malaria control in Nigeria for 2027-2029, urging sustainable domestic funding to maintain progress and prevent setbacks in disease elimination efforts.
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AHF Calls for More Health Funding Amid Donor Cuts
AIDS Healthcare Foundation advocates for higher domestic budgetary allocations to sustain HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis programs as international donor support declines, during a meeting with Kogi State lawmakers.
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