FG pledges action on unsafe abortion to cut maternal deaths
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to tackling unsafe abortion to reduce maternal mortality…
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World Heart Day: Cardiologist urges stronger PHCs for heart care
Dr. Oladipupo Fasan, Head of Cardiology at the National Hospital, Abuja, has called for the…
NHIA celebrates first quadruplets delivery under CEmONC programme in Bauchi
“CEmONC provides life-saving emergency care for women and newborns, including interventions for complications such as obstructed labour, haemorrhage, infections7 and malpresentation”
Nwoko seeks urgent activation of emergency medical treatment funds
“This is with the aim of raising national healthcare standards, improving accessibility, and ensuring equitable service delivery for all Nigerians”
NCDC seeks unified emergency response to check epidemic risks
“We must work as a team. If one sector lacks resources or knowledge, others must step in. Both the public and private sectors have roles to play, because at the end of the day, citizens seek care in both”
NHIA DG pushes for consolidated insurance, expanded coverage
Dr. Kelechi Ohiri, Director-General of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has advocated for the…
FG to host health financing policy dialogue in September
“The four-day policy dialogue will allow stakeholders to share experiences, identify bottlenecks and propose reforms that can accelerate Nigeria’s health financing transition.”
NMA rejects NSIWC circular, calls for Tinubu’s immediate intervention
“We were not consulted. Other healthcare workers were also excluded from the discussions, and this is causing ripple effects across the entire healthcare delivery system”
NHIA sanctions 96 health providers, HMOs
“Enrollees deserve the best care, and we will continue to ensure they get it. These sanctions send a clear message that the NHIA will not tolerate substandard service”
Lassa fever surge: Nigeria report rising deaths despite national response efforts
The disease has now spread across 18 states and 96 local government areas (LGAs), with five states—Ondo, Bauchi, Edo, Taraba, and Ebonyi—accounting for a staggering 91% of all confirmed infections.