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.
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 faces allegations of breaching WHO and ECOWAS tobacco tax rules, with the NTCA highlighting industry interference and weak enforcement in a new report.
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 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 laboratory professionals in Nigeria oppose health reform bills, warning they could weaken healthcare standards and endanger patient safety by disrupting governance and professional boundaries.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Civil society organizations call for government enforcement of salt limits and front-of-pack labelling on processed foods to combat non-communicable diseases like hypertension and heart disease in Nigeria.
The Federal Government has approved the disbursement of over N32 billion to Primary Healthcare Centres across Nigeria to strengthen facilities and boost service delivery, as announced at a ministerial oversight committee meeting in Abuja.
The Federal Government has approved the disbursement of over N32 billion to strengthen Primary Health Care facilities nationwide, aiming to improve service delivery and reduce maternal and child mortality rates.
The Federal Government has approved $346 million in co-financing for HIV, tuberculosis, and malaria programs for 2026. The funding will support medical commodities, lab surveillance, and primary healthcare expansion.
Oluremi Tinubu emphasizes ending stigma and increasing domestic funding for TB, as health officials warn of potential crises in states like Niger due to underfunding and donor reliance.
Nigerians on X reveal devastating medical emergencies where families face impossible choices due to financial hardship, including a husband with only ₦9,000 for his wife's ICU and baby's SCBU care.
Health experts reveal that gender disparities in healthcare access and exposure to violence are exacerbating antimicrobial resistance, threatening global public health efforts.
Oyo State Government has issued a heatwave alert following NiMet warnings, urging residents to take precautions against temperatures reaching 41°C to prevent heat-related illnesses.
Jehovah's Witnesses' strict prohibition on blood transfusions in Nigeria leads to preventable deaths, as cases like Tutu and Aunty Esther highlight conflicts between religious beliefs and medical care.
External accreditation, like JCI standards, is crucial for strengthening trust in African healthcare by ensuring quality, safety, and global benchmarks, reducing medical travel abroad.
Health experts in Edo State express deep concern over persistent data deficiencies impacting quality healthcare decision-making and service delivery, as highlighted at a recent stakeholders' meeting.
Russia's health ministry introduces guidelines to refer women who do not want children to psychologists, aiming to boost birth rates amid a severe demographic crisis worsened by the Ukraine conflict.
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.
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.
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.
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.