8 h. ago Minister pledges to tackle power challenges in the health sector

Tribune Online Minister pledges to tackle power challenges in the health sector Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako, has pledged the Ministry's commitment to tackling the Minister pledges to tackle power challenges in the health sector Tribune Online

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8 h. 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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14 h. ago ‘Your Life Matters, Hope Is Real’, Federal Government Tells Nigerians On World Suicide Prevention Day

The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has called for renewed efforts to protect lives and reduce stigma around mental illness as Nigeria joined the global community to commemorate World Suicide Prevention Day on Wednesday. In a message shared on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle, the Ministry wrote, “Hey, Nigeria surprise surprise: we […]

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15 h. ago VIDEO: Swedish health minister faints during press conference

Tribune Online VIDEO: Swedish health minister faints during press conference This was not exactly a normal Tuesday, and this is what can happen when you have a blood sugar drop... VIDEO: Swedish health minister faints during press conference Tribune Online

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31 h. ago Lagos health leaders launch 2026 plans with budget, eye digital transformation

By Doris Obinna The Lagos State Ministry of Health has launched the development of its 2026 Annual Operational Plan (AOP), with a strong emphasis on aligning health strategies with the state’s budget and global best practices to deliver better outcomes for residents. At a management meeting held on Monday, in Ikeja, Commissioner for Health, Prof. […] The post Lagos health leaders launch 2026 plans with budget, eye digital transformation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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38 h. ago SERVICOM Tasks Health Institutions On Transparency, Discipline

The federal government has stressed the need for health institutions to embrace institutional discipline, public accountability as their watchwords for enhanced service delivery. The Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, Daju Kachallom said achieving excellence in service delivery was never an accidental occurrence but a deliberate action, a team mindset and an […]

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4 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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4 d. 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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4 d. ago At 14th Biennial Conference, Minister Hails MDCAN’s Commitment To Healthcare

The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Hon. Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako, has praised the Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN) for their dedication to advancing healthcare delivery in the country. Speaking through Prof. John Emaimo, Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Allied Health Sciences, Enugu, at the 14th Biennial […]

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5 d. 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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5 d. 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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6 d. ago Ondo Govt. Steps Up Fight Against Malaria With Mass Net Rollout

  Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State is set to launch the distribution of 3.6 million insecticide-treated nets (ITNs) across the state on Monday, as part of intensified efforts to curb malaria. The initiative, a collaboration between the Ondo State Ministry of Health, the National Malaria Elimination Programme, and Malaria Consortium, will run until September […] The post Ondo Govt. Steps Up Fight Against Malaria With Mass Net Rollout appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago New Ebola Outbreak In DR Congo Kills 15, Says Health Minister

The deadliest outbreak in the DRC -- whose population numbers more than 100 million -- killed nearly 2,300 people between 2018 and 2020. The post New Ebola Outbreak In DR Congo Kills 15, Says Health Minister appeared first on Channels Television.

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6 d. ago Nigeria is ready for health investment, but financing costs remain uncompetitive – Bagudu

…says current health financing g insufficient for 220 million Nigerians seeks greater private capital to meet health needs Minister of read more Nigeria is ready for health investment, but financing costs remain uncompetitive – Bagudu

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7 d. ago Governor Inuwa Yahaya, Health Minister Pate Meet On FMC Kumo Takeoff, Kaltungo Snakebite Hospital Upgrade

Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, has paid a courtesy visit to the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate, in his office in Abuja to strengthen partnership on key healthcare priorities. The two leaders discussed the formal takeover and operationalization of the Federal Medical Centre (FMC) Kumo, following the […]

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8 d. ago FG unveils strategic plan, ethical codes for traditional medicine practice in Nigeria 

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The federal government has pledged deeper investments, stronger regulation, and international collaboration to integrate indigenous health practices into the national healthcare system. Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako, made the pledge at the commemoration of the 2025 African Traditional Medicine Day in Abuja. He restated […] The post FG unveils strategic plan, ethical codes for traditional medicine practice in Nigeria  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Decades of poor investment in health sector, reason for poor health services –Minister, others

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Stakeholders in the health care sector have stated that Nigeria’s health care system is currently facing the consequences of decades of poor investment in the health sector. The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate led the lamentations at the opening of the National Health Financing Dialogue, […] The post Decades of poor investment in health sector, reason for poor health services –Minister, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago FG To Enrol 44m Nigerians Into National Health Insurance Scheme By 2030

The Federal Government has announced plans to enrol at least 44 million Nigerians into the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) by 2030, a move aimed at reducing the nation’s high out-of-pocket healthcare expenditure. The Minister of State for Health, Dr. Iziaq Salako, revealed this during the opening of the four-day National Health Financing Policy Dialogue […] The post FG To Enrol 44m Nigerians Into National Health Insurance Scheme By 2030 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Nigeria facing consequences of decades of poor investment in health sector — Minister, others

…reason for poor health services From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Stakeholders in the health care sector have stated that Nigeria’s health care system is currently facing the consequences of decades of poor investment in the health sector. The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate led the lamentations at the opening of […] The post Nigeria facing consequences of decades of poor investment in health sector — Minister, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago LASG Backs WBFA’s School Hygiene Drive To Combat Infectious Diseases

The Lagos State government has pledged continued support for the Wellbeing Foundation Africa (WBFA) in its fight against infectious diseases. The state, through its Ministry of Health, praised the organisation’s efforts in schools and communities. The foundation, in partnership with Reckitt Nigeria, has been championing simple practices, such as hand washing, in schools to protect […]

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