5 d. ago Polio eradication: UNICEF pledges continued support to Zamfara govt

Tribune Online Polio eradication: UNICEF pledges continued support to Zamfara govt The United Nations Children’s Education Fund (UNICEF) has pledged to continue supporting the Zamfara State Government in its efforts to eradicate polio, and lauded the state for going 20 months without a single recorded case of the virus. Polio eradication: UNICEF pledges continued support to Zamfara govt Tribune Online

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1 week ago UNICEF, health stakeholders advocate improved funding for maternal, child health care

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and other stakeholders in the health sector have advocated improved funding for maternal and child health care. The experts, who came together to discuss the challenges facing Nigeria’s healthcare financing at a workshop and stakeholders’ engagement on budgeting and financing of Primary Healthcare and maternal […] The post UNICEF, health stakeholders advocate improved funding for maternal, child health care appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Diphtheria: 4,017 Persons Vaccinated As Death Toll Hits 10 In Imo

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has revealed that 4,017 persons have already been vaccinated with the diphtheria vaccine as death toll from the disease rises to ten in Imo State. UNICEF’s Health Specialist, Dr. Olusoji Akinleye, made this known during a virtual media parley organised by the organisation in Owerri, Imo State capital, on […]

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1 week ago UNICEF Trains 50 Enugu Education Officers on Data Collection 

To enhance the educational system in Nigeria, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has trained 50 government education officers. read more UNICEF Trains 50 Enugu Education Officers on Data Collection 

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2 w. ago Nigeria, UNICEF partner to train 20m youth in digital skills by 2030

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Federal Government of Nigeria has renewed its strategic partnership with the United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) to train and empower 20 million young Nigerians with digital skills by 2030. This announcement coincides with Vice President Kashim Shettima’s acceptance to chair the board of Generation Unlimited Nigeria (GenU 9JA), […] The post Nigeria, UNICEF partner to train 20m youth in digital skills by 2030 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago UNICEF, Lagos State, others promote menstrual health, HPV vaccination for young girls

  By Doris Obinna The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), in collaboration with the Lagos State Government, has encouraged Nigerian girls to embrace menstruation as a proud and natural part of womanhood. This was stated on Wednesday in Lagos during the commemoration of Menstrual Hygiene Day (MHDay), in partnership with the Nigerian Girls’ Guild and […] The post UNICEF, Lagos State, others promote menstrual health, HPV vaccination for young girls appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago MHD: UNICEF, BERWASSA distribute sanitary pads, hygiene kits to 200 girls in Makurdi

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The United Nations Children’s Fund, UNICEF, in partnership with Benue State Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency, BERWASSA, has marked the 2025 Menstrual Hygiene Day, (MHD), distributing free sanitary pads and hygiene kits to pupils in Makurdi, the state capital. The event which took place at the NKST Primary School, Wadata […] The post MHD: UNICEF, BERWASSA distribute sanitary pads, hygiene kits to 200 girls in Makurdi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago 72% of primary school leavers in Northeast Nigeria can’t read – UNICEF

From Timothy Olanrewaju, Maiduguri The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has revealed that 72% of primary school leavers in Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe states in Northeast Nigeria are unable to read simple texts, despite increased school enrolment. UNICEF Officer-in-Charge of Maiduguri Field Office, Joseph Senesie, disclosed this during a press conference in Maiduguri, Borno’s capital, […] The post 72% of primary school leavers in Northeast Nigeria can’t read – UNICEF appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Ogun govt, UNICEF affirm determination to promote, protect child rights

Tribune Online Ogun govt, UNICEF affirm determination to promote, protect child rights The Ogun State Ministry of Information and Strategy, in conjunction with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), has reaffirmed its determination to promote and protect child rights. Ogun govt, UNICEF affirm determination to promote, protect child rights Tribune Online

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3 w. ago United Capital Asset Management berths with new investment fund for children

United Capital Asset Management (UCAML), a subsidiary of United Capital Group, has launched its latest mutual fund – The Children read more United Capital Asset Management berths with new investment fund for children

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3 w. ago Zamfara Govt, UNICEF partners train, engage auxiliary social workers on dietary

From John Bassey, Gusau Zamfara State Government has signed a memorandum of understanding with United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), to train and mobilize youths of the State on food and nutrition policy, nutrition supplies, and commodities. The event was held at Federal University Gusau where His Excellency, the Governor of Zamfara state Dr. Dauda Lawal […] The post Zamfara Govt, UNICEF partners train, engage auxiliary social workers on dietary appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Bauchi Gov Reaffirms Commitment To Strengthen Partnership With UNICEF

Bauchi State governor, Bala Mohammed, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to improving the quality of life for all citizens, stating that it remains the foremost responsibility of governments at all levels. Bala Mohammed made this known during a courtesy visit by Dr. Nuzhat Rafique, Chief of Field Office for the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) […]

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4 w. ago Govt alone can’t fund education adequately — Sen Bode Olajumoke

Tribune Online Govt alone can’t fund education adequately — Sen Bode Olajumoke "Many talented children lack access to quality education due to financial constraints. This foundation is our contribution to bridging that gap Govt alone can’t fund education adequately — Sen Bode Olajumoke Tribune Online

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4 w. ago UNICEF, Kwara deploy 3,964 therapeutic food to tackle child malnutrition 

United Nations Children's Fund, UNICEF and the Kwara State Government have delivered 3,964 cartons of Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food (RUTF). read more UNICEF, Kwara deploy 3,964 therapeutic food to tackle child malnutrition 

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