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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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Nigeria

NDLEA Open to Exporting Cannabis Oil, Bans Local Use

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has stated it is open to the controlled export of cannabis oil to boost foreign earnings but remains firmly opposed to its local consumption in Nigeria. Speaking at a scientific workshop, NDLEA Chairman Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Retd.) explained the agency's position. He emphasized that while the export of cannabis oil to countries where it is legal could be considered, such operations would be strictly licensed, monitored, and confined to export free zones. Marwa highlighted the significant health risks associated with cannabis, including mental health issues and addiction. He argued that for a country like Nigeria, which already has a high rate of substance abuse, allowing local use would be dangerous. The NDLEA is currently working with the Nigerian Academy of Science on an evidence-based study to guide the country's final policy […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA October 8, 2025

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international

 WHO Warns of ‘Alarming’ Rise in Child Vaping Globally

The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a stark warning about an "alarming" new wave of nicotine addiction, driven by a surge in children using e-cigarettes. In its first global estimate, the WHO found that more than 100 million people now vape. This includes at least 15 million children between the ages of 13 and 15. Data shows that in countries with available information, children are, on average, nine times more likely to vape than adults. The UN health agency accused the industry of aggressively targeting young people by marketing vapes as less harmful, while actually hooking a new generation on nicotine. This trend risks undermining decades of progress in reducing tobacco use. While the number of global tobacco users has dropped, the WHO urged governments to act faster to implement strong tobacco control policies and protect children from the […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA October 6, 2025

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Nigeria

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

 NAFDAC Shuts Chinese Supermarkets, 8 Shops in Abuja

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has shut down two Chinese supermarkets and eight cosmetics shops in Abuja for violating health and safety regulations. The Chinese supermarkets, located in the Jabi district, were sealed for selling food products with labels only in Chinese, which is illegal in Nigeria. All regulated products must have English labeling for the Nigerian market. In a separate operation, NAFDAC closed eight cosmetics shops in Wuse Market. These shops were found selling banned, expired, and unregistered products. The confiscated items included illegal skin whitening gummies, unapproved aphrodisiacs, and dangerous body enhancement supplements. NAFDAC's Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, stated that the raids, which seized goods worth over ₦170 million, are to protect Nigerians from harmful chemicals that can cause kidney damage, cancer, and other serious health issues. She advised the public to […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA October 3, 2025

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Nigeria

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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Togo

Togo’s CHU-Campus Launches 2026–2030 Reform Plan to Modernize Healthcare

Lomé, September 30, 2025 – The Centre Hospitalier Universitaire (CHU) Campus in Lomé has officially launched the development of its 2026–2030 Hospital Establishment Project (PEH), a five-year roadmap aimed at redefining the hospital’s mission, modernizing infrastructure, and improving the quality of care. A hospital under pressure Founded in 1988 with 200 beds, CHU-Campus has grown into Togo’s second-largest university hospital, now employing over 540 staff members. Yet, it is facing severe capacity limits due to demographic growth and an increasing burden of chronic diseases. “Our capacities are exceeded. The quality of care is a strategic priority that must guide our actions,” said Dr. Essotom Assina Kalao, Director-General of CHU-Campus. He also underlined the importance of anticipating equipment maintenance to prevent rapid obsolescence and ensure sustainability. Reform framework: 2026–2030 The PEH 2026–2030 will structure the hospital’s modernization over five years, with […]

Abubakar October 1, 2025

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international

EU Environment Chief Tests Positive for ‘Forever Chemicals’

EU environment commissioner Jessika Roswall has revealed she tested positive for toxic “forever chemicals” after undergoing a screening designed to raise awareness of their health risks. “Citizens are increasingly exposed to PFAS in their blood. I myself am no exception,” Roswall told reporters on Monday while presenting new European efforts on climate and environmental protection. The commissioner said some of the chemicals found in her blood are toxic for reproductive health, adding: “This strengthened my resolve to take our work forward.” Her team confirmed that Roswall tested positive for six of the 13 PFAS screened for, including three linked to reproductive harm, with concentrations in some cases exceeding safe levels. Roswall was among several EU ministers tested in July as part of a campaign to highlight pollution from PFAS — synthetic chemicals used in products such as nonstick pans, stain-resistant […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA September 29, 2025

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new africa

World Bank: Poor sanitation costs Africa $200bn yearly

The World Bank has revealed that Africa loses an estimated $200 billion annually due to poor sanitation, warning that the crisis is undermining economic growth, public health, and climate resilience across the continent. In its latest report titled “The Global Sanitation Crisis: Pathways for Urgent Action” released on Tuesday, the Bank said nearly two in five people worldwide lack access to safe sanitation, with Africa carrying a disproportionate share of the burden. The study estimated that Africa’s GDP could rise by up to 5% if governments and stakeholders invested adequately in water and sanitation systems. “Every US$1 spent in Africa returns US$7 – adequate funding in the sector could boost GDP by 5 per cent, resulting in an annual economic gain of US$200 billion in Africa alone,” the report stated. The World Bank identified cholera, diarrhoea, and typhoid as preventable […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA September 16, 2025

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international

US aid cuts push Zimbabwe’s sex workers into dangerous choices

In Harare’s crumbling outskirts, sex worker Sharon Mukakanhanga clutched a pair of baby socks — the desperate substitute she once used when condoms ran out. “These little socks served as condoms when I became so desperate after the American government withdrew its support,” the 43-year-old said, recalling how US aid cuts gutted her trusted health clinic. Mukakanhanga is one of thousands of sex workers left scrambling for protection since US President Donald Trump cut foreign health aid earlier this year. The move crippled HIV prevention programmes in Zimbabwe that had relied heavily on PEPFAR, Washington’s flagship HIV initiative. Rising deaths, shrinking support Official figures show 5,932 AIDS-related deaths in the first half of 2025, up from 5,712 a year earlier. Clinics once stocked with free condoms and antiretrovirals are now shuttered or overwhelmed. “It was a very difficult period. I […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA September 15, 2025

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