By Mercy Sawok The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has urged state governments to strengthen child protection systems through increased funding, improved coordination and deployment of qualified social workers to safeguard vulnerable children nationwide. Mona Aika, Officer-in-Charge, Child Protection, UNICEF Nigeria, made the call in Abuja at the National PolicyContinue Reading

By Adeola Akinbobola Leprosy and Tuberculosis Relief Initiative (LTR Nigeria), a Civil Society Organisation has revealed plans to deepen investments in data systems to support evidence-based policy reforms. LTR Nigeria’s Communication and Media Officer, Mr Saleh Gagarawa, disclosed this while briefing newsmen on Wednesday in Abuja. Gagarawa added that theContinue Reading

By Folasade Akpan The Society for Family Health has transitioned into a quasi-group structure, repositioning itself as a fully integrated African-led health systems platform to better address evolving healthcare needs across Nigeria and the continent. The Group Chief Executive Officer, Dr Omokhudu Idogho, announced the transition in a statement issuedContinue Reading

By Justina Auta The Federal Government says it is strengthening Nigeria’s community-based care and support services, including support for families and caregivers in response to the rising prevalence of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) across the country. Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, disclosed this in aContinue Reading