4 d. ago Datametrics Evaluations Boost Maternal, Child Health, Infectious Disease Response

Datametrics Associates Limited has highlighted how its research and evaluation work has shaped national health policies, improved maternal and child nutrition, and strengthened infectious disease surveillance across Nigeria. Speaking during the organisation‘s 11th anniversary in Abuja, the Technical Director and CEO, Dr. Abiodun Feyikemi Ipadeola, said that since its establishment in 2014 and commencement of […]

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1 week ago UNICEF commends Sokoto’s boost in health, nutrition, child welfare

From Shafa’atu Sulaiman, Sokoto The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has commended the Sokoto State Government for prioritising health and nutrition in its budget, describing the move as a model for advancing child and maternal welfare. UNICEF Country Representative in Nigeria, Ms Wafa Saeed, gave the commendation during a courtesy visit to the Deputy Governor, […] The post UNICEF commends Sokoto’s boost in health, nutrition, child welfare appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago UNICEF lauds Kebbi on release of over N700m for malnutrition, want Nigeria’s to be global example

From Olanrewaju Lawal Birnin Kebbi The country representative of  United Nations Children’s Education Fund ( UNICEF) Ms Wafaa Elfadil Saeed  Abdelatef has commended Kebbi State Government for mobilised over N700 million to cater for food for malnourished children asking the state, Nigeria to be global example for other countries. Abdelatef stated this during her courtesy […] The post UNICEF lauds Kebbi on release of over N700m for malnutrition, want Nigeria’s to be global example appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Sokoto govt distributes boats, life jackets to boost water safety

Tribune Online Sokoto govt distributes boats, life jackets to boost water safety The governor noted that 22 out of 23 local governments were hit by severe floods last year, causing.... Sokoto govt distributes boats, life jackets to boost water safety Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Rising Food Prices Fueling Chronic Illness In Nigeria – NUJ Warns

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Abia State Council, has raised concerns that the rising cost of foodstuff across the country is worsening chronic illnesses among Nigerians. The union urged policymakers to prioritize affordable nutrition as part of the nation’s health strategy, insisting that a healthy population is the foundation of national development. The call […] The post Rising Food Prices Fueling Chronic Illness In Nigeria – NUJ Warns appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Sokoto–Badagry Superhighway will boost trade across West Africa – Goronyo

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi The Minister of State for Works, Muhammad Bello Goronyo, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his commitment to infrastructural development in the country, despite the prevailing economic hardship. Goronyo, who stated this while speaking with newsmen during a project site inspection alongside the Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, in […] The post Sokoto–Badagry Superhighway will boost trade across West Africa – Goronyo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. 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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4 w. ago Sokoto govt approves 26 cooling systems to boost polio vaccine storage

Tribune Online Sokoto govt approves 26 cooling systems to boost polio vaccine storage Sokoto State Government has approved the purchase of 26 new cooling systems to strengthen the storage and distribution of polio vaccines across the state. Sokoto govt approves 26 cooling systems to boost polio vaccine storage Tribune Online

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4 w. ago UNICEF commends Bauchi govt for releasing N300m to fight child malnutrition

Tribune Online UNICEF commends Bauchi govt for releasing N300m to fight child malnutrition United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has acknowledged the release of N300 million by the Bauchi State Government and its 20 local government areas to UNICEF commends Bauchi govt for releasing N300m to fight child malnutrition Tribune Online

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4 w. ago Food security: FG, IFDC explore options to reduce price of fertilizer, boost yield

Tribune Online Food security: FG, IFDC explore options to reduce price of fertilizer, boost yield In a bid to fast track development in the agriculture sector and achieve food sovereignty, the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (FMAFS) in collaboration with the International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC) has strategized to ensure availability, accessibility and affordability of fertilizer and boost Soil Health as well as achieve Food and Nutrition Security in Nigeria.  Food security: FG, IFDC explore options to reduce price of fertilizer, boost yield Tribune Online

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