The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Wednesday warned against early pregnancy, noting that it is the leading cause of death among teenage girls aged 15 to 19 globally. The global health agency, in its latest guideline, disclosed that over 21…

The Nigerian government has revitalised 901 Primary Healthcare Centres (PHCs) across the country over the past year, as part of efforts to strengthen healthcare system in the country. The Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of the National Primary Health…

The federal government on Tuesday said no fewer than 61.5 million Nigerians, mostly children have been vaccinated against measles, yellow fever, Human Papillomavirus (HPV), malaria, and Mpox from October 2023 till date. The Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of…

The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has faulted recent remarks by popular Pastor and founder of The Covenant Nation, Poju Oyemade, about the cost of medical education in the country. The group described his claims about Nigeria’s medical education…

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and the Kano State government have renewed commitment to eradicating polio, targeting no fewer than 4.1 million children for vaccination across the state. The commitment was made on Tuesday in Kano during a media…

In August 2024, Congo-Brazzaville President Denis Nguesso received a World Health Organisation (WHO) award for his commitment to promoting health in Africa and his country. His achievements included a decade of work to address the counterfeit medicine trade in Congo-Brazzaville…

Melanoma is the most dangerous type of skin cancer, with a higher risk of death. It occurs when melanocytes, the cells that give the skin its tan, begin to grow out of control. This abnormal growth of skin cells develops…

Motherhood should signify new beginnings, not a life-threatening experience. Yet, for millions of women around the world, particularly in low- and middle-income countries, pregnancy and childbirth continue to be fraught with danger. Inadequate access to quality healthcare, a shortage of…

The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Muhammad Pate, has announced that more than 4,000 women have benefited from the federal government’s free Cesarean section (C-section) initiative since its inauguration. Mr Pate, a professor disclosed this on Wednesday in…

The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) said it has commenced free Caesarean Sections (CS) for pregnant women in over 100 hospitals across the country. The Director-General of NHIA, Kelechi Ohiri, told News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday in Abuja…

The Nigerian government has reduced its family planning budget for 2025, raising concerns about how the country will sustain access to reproductive health services for millions of citizens amidst a global decline in donor funding. In the 2025 budget, N66.39…

March 2025 witnessed major health developments and renewed calls for urgent interventions as Nigeria grappled with both emerging and persistent health threats. From global concerns over HIV drug shortages triggered by foreign aid disruptions, to local disease outbreaks, the month…

As Nigeria grapples with the impacts of climate change, stakeholders are calling for urgent, cross-sectoral action to safeguard the country’s future. This stakeholders made the call at a one-day conversation and report presentation in Abuja on Thursday, where the Nigeria…

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has donated 1,433,300 doses of polio vaccines to the Adamawa State Government, targeting children from 0 to 59 months in the forthcoming immunisation. Suleiman Bashir, executive secretary, Adamawa Primary Healthcare Development Agency (PHCDA), made…

In a move to reduce maternal deaths and improve childbirth outcomes, the Nigerian government has launched six national policy documents aimed at ensuring safer delivery for women across Nigeria. The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Muhammad Pate, unveiled…