In a significant health policy shift, Nigeria’s government has launched an initiative to provide free Cesarean Sections (C-sections) nationwide, aiming to reduce maternal mortality rates across the country. This program, led by the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, comes as part of the Maternal Mortality Reduction Initiative (MAMII), a…
The Nigerian Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with China-based WONDFO BIOTECH Ltd. to begin local production of HIV diagnostic kits, a step in enhancing Nigeria’s healthcare capabilities and fighting the HIV/AIDS epidemic. The MoU, announced yesterday in Abuja by the Director-General of the National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA), Dr….
Korede Abdullah in Lagos The Apapa General Hospital has received a significant boost in its healthcare delivery capabilities with the donation of a brand-new ambulance and essential medical consumables by the Aliko Dangote Foundation. The donation which was made on Thursday, is part of the foundation’s efforts to enhance healthcare services, particularly for children and…
The World Health Organisation, (WHO) has identified 17 endemic pathogens that urgently require new vaccines, citing their significant impact on global public health. A new study, published Tuesday in eBioMedicine, highlights HIV, malaria, and tuberculosis as top priorities, with these diseases responsible for nearly 2.5 million deaths annually. Despite advances in treatment, these diseases remain…
The Nigerian government has disbursed N45 billion to Primary Healthcare Centres (PHCs) across the country through the Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF), Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Pate, announced on Wednesday. The funds aim to revitalise and enhance healthcare access at the grassroots level. Speaking at the ongoing Nigeria Health…
In a joint effort to combat the ongoing mpox outbreak, the Africa Centre for Disease Control, (CDC), CEPI, Gavi, UNICEF, and WHO have announced the allocation of 899,000 vaccine doses for nine African countries. The targeted countries include the Central African Republic, Cote d’Ivoire, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kenya, Liberia, Nigeria, Rwanda, South…
The UK Health Security Agency has confirmed two additional cases of Clade Ib mpox, bringing the total number of cases in the country to three. These new infections have been traced to household contacts of the initial case, emphasising the virus’s potential for rapid spread in close-contact environments. Both patients are currently receiving specialist care…
Hussaini Kafi in Kano The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) Kano State Chapter has given the Kano State Government a 48-hour ultimatum to dismiss the Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs, Amina Abdullahi HOD, following an alleged assault on a female doctor. The incident, which occurred on November 1st at the Emergency Paediatric Unit of Murtala Muhammad Specialist…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos The Lagos State Government has launched a free Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) screening and counseling program for attendees and exhibitors at the 2024 Trade Fair, taking place from November 1 to 10 at the Tafawa Balewa Square in Lagos. This initiative, led by the Lagos State AIDS Control Agency (LSACA), aims…
The Federal Government has reiterated its dedication to universal health coverage and improving maternal health in Nigeria, emphasising primary healthcare and collaboration with stakeholders. Speaking at a legislative dialogue in Abuja, Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof Muhammad Pate, highlighted the government’s commitment to reducing child and maternal mortality. A statement signed by…
