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Minister Lauds UPTH’s N10bn Fund for Healthcare

The Coordinating Minister of Health, Professor Ali Pate, has commended the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital (UPTH) for launching a N10 billion endowment fund to improve healthcare services and staff development. The Minister gave this praise during the hospital's 45th-anniversary celebration. He described the fund as a pivotal move that aligns with the Federal Government's goal of strengthening Nigeria's health sector. Professor Pate, represented by Dr. Abisola Adegoke, stated that the Ministry of Health fully supports the initiative. He urged other tertiary hospitals across the country to emulate UPTH's model, which he called a symbol of commitment to innovation and sustainable healthcare. The Chief Medical Director of UPTH, Professor Henry Ugboma, explained that while the hospital has grown significantly, it cannot rely solely on government funding to expand its services. He appealed to the public for contributions to the […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA October 31, 2025

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NAFDAC, NNMDA Partner to Validate Safety and Efficacy of Herbal Medicines

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has partnered with the Nigeria Natural Medicine Development Agency (NNMDA) to conduct clinical trials aimed at scientifically proving the safety and effectiveness of Nigeria’s herbal medicines. NAFDAC Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, announced the partnership in Lagos, describing it as a vital step toward giving global credibility to the country’s indigenous natural remedies. She explained that NAFDAC is determined to move beyond merely listing herbal products to granting full registration for those verified through scientific validation. “We know herbal medicine works, but it’s important to confirm, through clinical trials, how safely it can be used,” Adeyeye said. “Below a certain dose, it may heal; above that, it could harm the liver, kidney, or other organs. The fact that something is natural doesn’t mean it is completely safe.” She noted that […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA October 12, 2025

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Nigeria Launches Major Integrated Vaccine Campaign in Abuja

The National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA) has launched a major integrated vaccine campaign in Abuja, targeting children from newborns up to 14 years old. The campaign combines multiple health interventions into a single effort. It includes routine immunizations, measles-rubella vaccines, polio drops, HPV vaccines for nine-year-old girls, and treatments for malaria and neglected tropical diseases. Dr. Muyi Aina, the NPHCDA CEO, stated that this integrated approach will help reach more children, reduce missed vaccinations, and significantly improve child health outcomes across the country. All services provided are free of charge. The first phase of the campaign is running from October 6th to 15th in 19 northern states and Oyo State. A second phase will cover the southern states in early 2026. The initiative is supported by international partners like WHO and UNICEF.

Abdulmumini Auwal SA October 9, 2025

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Nasarawa to Vaccinate 1.3 Million Children Against Measles, Rubella

The Nasarawa State government has announced a major vaccination campaign aimed at protecting over 1.3 million children against Measles and Rubella. The 10-day exercise, running from October 6th to 16th, will target children aged 9 months to 14 years across all 13 Local Government Areas. Officials from the State Primary Healthcare Development Agency confirmed the vaccines are safe, effective, and free of charge. The campaign is integrated with polio vaccination to streamline the process and maximize reach. Health specialists from UNICEF emphasized the importance of community support, urging traditional and religious leaders to help ensure no child is left unvaccinated. They highlighted that Rubella is a particular threat to unborn children, and high vaccination rates are crucial to eliminate these diseases. Nasarawa is the first state in Nigeria to integrate the Measles-Rubella vaccine into its routine immunization program.

Abdulmumini Auwal SA October 4, 2025

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Nigeria Records 166 Lassa Fever Deaths in 2025, Says NCDC

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has reported that Lassa fever has killed 166 people in the country so far in 2025. According to the NCDC's latest report, the total number of confirmed cases this year has reached 895. This results in a high case fatality rate of 18.5%, meaning approximately 1 in 5 confirmed patients has died. This rate is higher than what was recorded at the same time last year. The disease has been detected in 21 states. However, 90% of all cases are concentrated in just five states: Ondo, Bauchi, Edo, Taraba, and Ebonyi. In a positive development, the most recent weekly data (September 8-14) showed only 11 new cases, indicating a slight decline. Young adults aged 21 to 30 remain the most affected group. While the number of cases is currently lower than in 2024, […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA October 2, 2025

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Gates Foundation Urges Nigeria to Boost Funding for Non-Communicable Diseases

The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has called on the Nigerian government to significantly increase funding for health programmes targeting non-communicable diseases (NCDs), warning that the country faces a growing crisis. Speaking at a Roundtable Forum in Abuja, the Foundation’s Country Director, Uche Amaonwu, stressed the need to integrate NCD care into primary healthcare and strengthen health financing policies. “In Nigeria, we’ve seen a rising burden of non-communicable diseases. This is why the roundtable is charting a new path,” Amaonwu said. He explained that the Foundation is working with life sciences partners to co-invest in health systems, shifting from isolated projects to coordinated support. He added that health access must be seen as a foundation for prosperity. “Families sell assets, cut back on education, and sacrifice opportunities just to pay medical bills. That cycle must be broken,” he said. The […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA September 27, 2025

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FG Moves to Strengthen Health Financing, Cut Foreign Aid Reliance

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its plan to boost health financing by mobilising more domestic resources and reducing dependence on foreign aid. The goal is to make quality healthcare accessible to all Nigerians without pushing families into financial hardship. Speaking at the National Health Financing Policy Dialogue in Abuja on Monday, the Minister of State for Health, Dr. Adekunle Salako, said Nigeria aims to enroll at least 44 million citizens in the National Health Insurance Scheme by 2030. This move, he explained, will reduce out-of-pocket health expenses, which currently stand at about 70 percent — one of the highest rates globally. The dialogue, themed “Reimagining a New Era of Health Financing,” was organised by the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) to chart sustainable funding strategies for universal health coverage (UHC). Salako noted that President Bola Tinubu has prioritised health reforms […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA September 1, 2025

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