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The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has highlighted data quality, multi-sectoral approach, continuous community and stakeholder engagement as key factors to effectively combat the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance, AMR, in the country. The Director General of the NCDC, Dr. Jide Idris stated this in Abuja at…
The Federal Government has officially unveiled the standards and guidelines for organ and tissue transplantation in Nigeria, which is aimed to promote transparency, accountability, and adherence to international best practices. Speaking at the launching ceremony at the Ministry’s Corporate Headquarters in Abuja, the Minister of State for Health, Dr. Iziaq…
In a major move to enhance healthcare accessibility and affordability, the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has secured Federal Executive Council approval to allocate over 10 billion Naira for procuring essential health commodities and equipment. Speaking in Abuja, Minister Professor Ali Pate outlined the ambitious procurement plan during a…
The fight against antimicrobial resistance (AMR) gained fresh momentum as key stakeholders convened in Abuja for the first-quarter meeting of the AMR Technical Working Group (TWG) and the AMR Coordinating Committee. The meeting brought together stakeholders from human health, animal health, agriculture, and the environment to assess progress, tackle challenges,…
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has banned Aveo Pharmaceuticals, an Indian pharmaceutical company based in Mumbai, for its involvement in the illegal production and distribution of dangerous opioid drugs across Nigeria and West Africa. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja, NAFDAC’s Director General,…
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has halted the registration of Multi-Dose Anti-Malarial (Artemether/Lumefantrine) dry powder for oral suspension. The announcement was made in a public alert No. 01/2025, released on the agency’s website yesterday. NAFDAC explained that the decision was made due to the…
Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has launched the distribution of 10,000 professional kits, including scrubs and Crocs, to midwives across Northwest Nigeria under the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI). Speaking at the event in Kaduna State, Senator Tinubu emphasized the critical role of midwives and healthcare professionals in reducing maternal…
Kano State’s commitment to public health has earned commendation from the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Development, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, during his recent visit to the state. Prof. Pate applauded Kano’s proactive measures in combating infectious diseases, particularly polio, while stressing the urgency of intensified efforts to eliminate…
The Kwara State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to eradicating open defecation through intensified public awareness campaigns and stricter monitoring measures. Speaking in Ilorin during a stakeholder engagement in Wara, the headquarters of Ilorin West Local Government, the General Manager of the Kwara State Rural Water Sanitation Agency (RUWASA), Mr.…
The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Development, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, has commended Kano State for its dedication to healthcare, particularly in combating infectious diseases and eradicating polio. During his working visit to the state, Prof. Pate emphasized the urgency of intensifying efforts against polio, citing concerns from development…
