By Folasade Akpan The Federal Government says it has committed 346 million dollars in co-financing in 2026 to support HIV, tuberculosis and malaria programmes. The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Pate, disclosed this at the national launch of Lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable for HIV prevention.Continue Reading
By Blessing Ibegbu Associate Prof. John Bimba, Director of Zankli Research Centre, Bingham University, Karu, Nasarawa, said Nigeria ranks first in Africa and sixth globally for tuberculosis (TB) prevalence. Bimba spoke through Dr Aminu Babayi during World TB Day 2026 on Tuesday in Nasarawa. The event, themed “Led by ZankliContinue Reading
By Folasade Akpan Dr Bunmi Ajala, the National Director, Centre for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotics has underscored the critical role of women as co-developers and shapers of ethical, inclusive and context-driven AI systems in Nigeria. Ajala, at a two-day training on AI for Women in Development and Public ServiceContinue Reading
By Folasade Akpan The Global Fund said on Tuesday in Abuja that it planned to deliver 179,700 doses of Lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable antiretroviral drug, to Nigeria by 2028. The Country Director of the fund, Mr Jean-Thomas Nouboussi, said this at the official unveiling of the long-acting HIV prevention drug.Continue Reading
Vaccines By Abujah Racheal Nigeria is facing a worsening meningitis outbreak in northern states, with health experts warning that current vaccines do not fully protect against the dominant Neisseria meningitidis serogroup C strain spreading rapidly. Children aged one to 15 are most affected, while overcrowding and seasonal dry winds increaseContinue Reading
By Kemi Akintokun Lagos State Health District One (LSHD1) on Monday launched an intensive clinical immersion programme to fix weak referral links blamed for preventable maternal and neonatal deaths. Dr Sola Pitan, Permanent Secretary, LSDH1, said the initiative focused on timely referrals and better care coordinationContinue Reading
By Mustapha Yauri The Kaduna State Contributory Health Management Authority (KADCHMA) is intensifying collaboration with traditional institutions to increase enrolment in the state health insurance scheme by 30 per cent. Malam Abubakar Hassan, KADCHMA Director-General, disclosed this during a Sallah homage visit to the Emir of Zazzau, Malam Ahmed Bamalli,Continue Reading
Nutrition By Ahmed Abba The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) says EU-funded nutrition interventions have assisted more than 40,000 malnourished children in Yobe State, providing life-saving treatment during critical lean seasons. Mr Joseph Senesie, UNICEF Malnutrition Manager, disclosed this during a media field visit and virtual dialogue in Damaturu onContinue Reading
By Folasade Akpan The National Population Commission (NPC) has called for a decisive shift toward domestic financing of population programmes amid dwindling global donor support, stressing national ownership as critical for sustainable development. NPC Chairman, Mr Aminu Yusuf, made the call during the unveiling of the report of its 13thContinue Reading
By Folasade Akpan Nigeria has begun preparations to roll out Lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable HIV prevention drug, across eight states and the Federal Capital Territory, as part of efforts to expand access to innovative prevention services. At a media briefing on Monday in Abuja, the Minister of State for HealthContinue Reading
