In a renewed effort to address Nigeria’s persistent maternal and child health challenges, the Lagos State Government has announced a strategic partnership with the Simisola Alabi Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to improving healthcare outcomes for women and children. The collaboration, unveiled during a formal ceremony at the Lagos State Ministry of Health on Monday,
In a significant step towards tackling substance abuse and promoting public health, the Federal Government of Nigeria, in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO), has intensified efforts to assist drug users in transitioning towards healthier and more productive lifestyles. The initiative adopts the Harm Reduction Approach, a globally recognized strategy aimed at minimizing the
In a bold move reflecting Nigeria’s renewed commitment to strengthening its healthcare and education sectors, the federal government has recorded a historic surge in the annual enrollment of nursing students. Official figures reveal that nursing enrollment numbers have jumped from 28,000 to an unprecedented 115,000 within a year, marking a transformative milestone under President Bola
Nigeria is among the countries grappling with surge in cholera infections, with the World Health Organization (WHO) reporting a significant number of cases. According to the latest data from WHO, Nigeria recorded 1,227 cholera cases and 28 deaths between January and March 2025, placing it among the hardest-hit nations in the African region. The African
Health professionals across Nigeria are advocating for a shift in the country’s immunisation strategy, calling on the Federal Government to implement reward-based policies that encourage parents to fully vaccinate their children rather than relying on coercive approaches that may worsen vaccine hesitancy. Speaking during the ongoing World Immunisation Week, observed globally from April 24 to
In a major humanitarian gesture, the NNPC Foundation has announced it will sponsor 1,000 free cataract extraction surgeries across the North West region of Nigeria, as part of its ongoing commitment to enhancing healthcare delivery and supporting vulnerable communities. The initiative, unveiled during a press briefing in Kaduna on Friday, is targeted at restoring sight
The Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Professor Akin Abayomi, has assured residents that the state is on a firm path toward eradicating malaria, a disease that continues to claim lives across Africa. Speaking during an awareness walk to commemorate the 2025 World Malaria Day, Abayomi declared that malaria would soon be a thing of history
Health experts across the country have reiterated that vaccination remains the most effective measure in preventing cerebrospinal meningitis (CSM), especially in Nigeria’s high-risk reglions. This follows a recent alert from the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), which reported a spike in suspected cases of the disease in several northern states. According to data from
A member of the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly, Hon. Moses Essien, has expressed deep concern over the rising cases of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) in the state, following the latest statistics released by the National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA). According to the recent NACA report, Akwa Ibom currently ranks third
Lagos State has reaffirmed its commitment to eliminating malaria as it observed World Malaria Day 2025. The theme for this year’s observance, “Malaria Ends with Us: Reinvest, Reimagine, Reignite,” highlights the need for sustained action, innovation, and collaboration in the fight against the disease. In his address, the Commissioner for Health, Professor Akin Abayomi, revealed
