3 h. ago FG raises concerns over anaemia’s impact on maternal, child health in Nigeria

Tribune Online FG raises concerns over anaemia’s impact on maternal, child health in Nigeria It said, the consequences of anemia in pregnancy to include maternal morbidity and mortality, stillbirth, pre-term delivery, FG raises concerns over anaemia’s impact on maternal, child health in Nigeria Tribune Online

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22 h. ago Pension harmonisation, health insurance, others tops PTAD’s 2026 budget

Tribune Online Pension harmonisation, health insurance, others tops PTAD’s 2026 budget The Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD) has expressed its plans to improve the welfare of Nigeria’s retirees, with pension harmonization, health insurance for Defined Benefit Scheme (DBS) pensioners, and the full implementation of the N32,000 pension increment topping its 2026 budget proposal. This was revealed last week when PTAD hosted members of the House of […] Pension harmonisation, health insurance, others tops PTAD’s 2026 budget Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Tinubu launches RenewHER Initiative to transform women’s health, combat maternal mortality

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   President Bola Tinubu on Thursday launched RenewHER, a national initiative aimed at transforming women’s health and reducing maternal mortality across Nigeria. Unveiled on Thursday night at a gala event held in the Presidential Villa, Abuja, the programme represents a strategic national effort to place women’s welfare and empowerment at the […] The post Tinubu launches RenewHER Initiative to transform women’s health, combat maternal mortality appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Financing Nigeria’s health future: NHIA’s bold plan to end out

In this exclusive interview with BusinessDay’s General Manager for Abuja and the North, Bashir Ibrahim Hassan, Director-General of Nigeria’s National read more Financing Nigeria’s health future: NHIA’s bold plan to end out-of-pocket healthcare costs

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6 d. ago “FG Planing To Make Attempted Suicide No More A Crime In Nigeria From December 2025” – Health Minister

  The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to decriminalising attempted suicide in Nigeria, targeting December 2025 for the reform. This announcement was made by the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Pate, during a press briefing in Abuja on Wednesday. In commemoration of the 2025 World Suicide Prevention Day, themed “Changing […] The post “FG Planing To Make Attempted Suicide No More A Crime In Nigeria From December 2025” – Health Minister appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Health Advocates Back New Tax Policy, Demand Stronger Excise On Tobacco, Others

Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has applauded the federal government’s move to earmark revenues from excise taxes on alcohol, tobacco, and sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) for health financing, while urging a significant hike in the tax on sugary drinks to curb Nigeria’s rising health burden. At a national health financing dialogue in Abuja, chairman […]

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7 d. ago Advancing Nigeria’s Health Sector Central To My Administration’s Agenda – Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his administration’s dedication to transforming Nigeria’s health sector. He stressed the urgent need to address longstanding challenges that have hindered effective healthcare delivery. Speaking on Tuesday, at the National Stakeholders Dialogue on Power in the Health Sector held at Ladi Kwali Hall, Continental Hotel, Abuja, Tinubu emphasised that no Nigerian […] The post Advancing Nigeria’s Health Sector Central To My Administration’s Agenda – Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Tinubu vows end to power outages in Nigerian hospitals, major health overhaul

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s strong commitment to transforming Nigeria’s health sector, highlighting the urgent need to fix persistent power supply problems crippling medical facilities across the country. Speaking at the National Stakeholders Dialogue on Power in the Health Sector held Tuesday at the Continental Hotel, Abuja, Tinubu, represented […] The post Tinubu vows end to power outages in Nigerian hospitals, major health overhaul appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago 40% of functional PHCs in Nigeria lack access to electricity — Report

Tribune Online 40% of functional PHCs in Nigeria lack access to electricity — Report A survey conducted by Sustainable Energy for All in 2021 shows that 40% of functional Primary Health Care facilities in Nigeria do not have access to electricit... 40% of functional PHCs in Nigeria lack access to electricity — Report Tribune Online

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7 d. ago Tinubu calls for urgent action to address power supply crisis in tertiary hospitals

Tribune Online Tinubu calls for urgent action to address power supply crisis in tertiary hospitals While speaking further, he raised concerns over the persistent power supply crisis in Nigeria's tertiary hospitals and public health institutions and stressed that it demands Tinubu calls for urgent action to address power supply crisis in tertiary hospitals Tribune Online

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8 d. ago Calls grow for Nigeria to fund health research as viral disease outbreaks spread

..as Nigeria ranks 12th globally for pandemic risk Local and international researchers have tasked the Nigerian government to prioritise investment read more Calls grow for Nigeria to fund health research as viral disease outbreaks spread

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8 d. ago NPHCDA flags off distribution of maternal commodities to 10 states

Tribune Online NPHCDA flags off distribution of maternal commodities to 10 states Brantwo reiterated WHO's commitment to supporting Nigeria in achieving its maternal and newborn health goals... NPHCDA flags off distribution of maternal commodities to 10 states Tribune Online

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8 d. ago French Embassy Fosters Sports Diplomacy At Second Edition Of Fitness Core

The French Embassy in Nigeria has launched the second edition of Fitness Core as part of its commitment to enhancing bilateral relations with Nigeria through sports diplomacy and physical health initiatives. The embassy explained that integrating sports with health-oriented activities not only promotes physical fitness but also serves as an effective strategy for fostering friendship […]

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9 d. ago Salako commends medical, dental consultants on improved healthcare services

From Emmanuel Adeyemi, Lokoja   The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Hon. Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako, has commended the Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN) for their dedication to improving the health and well-being of Nigerians. The Minister gave the commendation Friday at the 14th Biennial Delegates Conference of the […] The post Salako commends medical, dental consultants on improved healthcare services appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago A conductor for Nigeria’s complex philharmonic health orchestra

In April 1955, the Berlin Philharmonic faced a moment of uncertainty. Its great conductor, Wilhelm Furtwängler, had died, leaving behind read more A conductor for Nigeria’s complex philharmonic health orchestra

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1 week ago Health Minister commends Medical, Dental Consultants on improved healthcare services

From Emmanuel Adeyemi, Lokoja The Honourable StateMinister of Health and Social Welfare, Hon. Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako has commended the Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN) for their dedication to improving the health and well-being of Nigerians. The Minister gave the commendation Friday at the 14th Biennial Delegates Conference of the MDCAN held […] The post Health Minister commends Medical, Dental Consultants on improved healthcare services appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Federal Gov’t Advocates Nutrition Budget Tagging For Transparent Healthcare Delivery

The federal government has reiterated its commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s health system by institutionalising nutrition budget tagging at the national and sub-national levels. Speaking at the opening of a four-day Training of Trainers workshop on Nutrition Budget Tagging in Abuja, Acting Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning, Dr. Sampson Ebimaro, […]

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1 week ago Health minister commends MDCAN for improving healthcare services in Nigeria

From Emmanuel Adeyemi, Lokoja The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako, has commended the Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN) for their dedication to improving the health and well being of Nigerians. The minister gave the commendation on Friday, at the 14th Biennial Delegates Conference of the […] The post Health minister commends MDCAN for improving healthcare services in Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Over 20 million Nigerians enrolled in health insurance — NHIA

Tribune Online Over 20 million Nigerians enrolled in health insurance — NHIA The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) says it has enrolled over 20 million Nigerians in the health insurance scheme across Nigeria. Over 20 million Nigerians enrolled in health insurance — NHIA Tribune Online

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1 week ago Nigeria’s path to universal health coverage hinges on sustainable financing — Minister

Tribune Online Nigeria’s path to universal health coverage hinges on sustainable financing — Minister The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, has called on governments, development partners, and the private sector to take concrete actions to strengthen Nigeria's health financing system. Nigeria’s path to universal health coverage hinges on sustainable financing — Minister Tribune Online

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