UNICEF calls on female journalists to strengthen child protection coverage in media reporting

In Zaria, Kaduna State, a United Nations agency has called on female journalists in Nigeria to…

Enugu State reaffirms commitment to malaria eradication — Commissioner

The Enugu State Government says it is strengthening its response to malaria through a range of…

Nigeria Grapples with Shortage of Public Health Physicians — APHPN President

Nigeria is grappling with a significant shortage of public health physicians, a challenge experts say is…

Kano Moves to Expand Immunisation Coverage, Strengthen Health Services

Health authorities in Kano State have rolled out a series of activities to commemorate the 2026…

Akwa Ibom Government Intensifies COVID-19 Monitoring and Surveillance Measures

The Akwa Ibom State Government has stepped up disease monitoring activities following reports of a fresh…

Kaduna government gives 100 wheelchairs to children with disabilities

Children with mobility challenges in Kaduna State are beginning to receive specially designed wheelchairs as part…

Expert warns malaria may increase risk of miscarriage, urges caution for pregnant women

A medical parasitologist has warned that untreated malaria continues to be a major cause of miscarriage…

Group Urges Urgent, System-Wide Action to Accelerate Nigeria’s Malaria Elimination Efforts

A health advocacy group has urged Nigeria to move beyond gradual improvements and adopt faster, system-wide…

AAF Calls for Stronger Action on Hunger, Health, Education in Nigeria

The Akinjide Adeosun Foundation (AAF) has called for increased and sustained efforts to tackle hunger, improve…

Lassa fever death rate climbs in Nigeria despite drop in cases

Abuja, April 15, 2026 — Nigeria is experiencing an increase in deaths from Lassa fever even…