Health
EU urges Kwara Govt. to raise maternal healthcare funding
By Fatima Mohammed-Lawal The European Union (EU) has urged Kwara Government to increase domestic funding of maternal and neonatal healthcare. The call was made…
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Health
UNICEF urges use of evidence to improve child rights outcomes in Nigeria
By Folasade Akpan The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has urged stakeholders to move beyond collecting research and evidence to using them to improve…
Health
Digitalised birth registration for planning, not bureaucratic necessity — NPC, ALGON
By Oluwaseyi Oduneye,-Ogunwomoju The National Population Commission (NPC) has inaugurated a 2-day training for its staff in the local government councils and ALGON focal…
General News
Oyo, UNICEF launch Digital Learning Passport to boost quality education
By Olatunde Ajayi The Oyo State Government in collaboration with United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has launched the Nigeria Learning Passport (NLP) for better…
Health
Katsina govt. receives 3 PHCs renovated, upgraded by UNICEF
By Hamisu Hussaini The Katsina State Government has received three upgraded Primary Health Care Centres (PHCs) from the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF). The…
Health
Paediatrician seeks stronger support for breastfeeding mothers
By Hafsah Tilde A paediatrician, Dr Lilian Ekwem, has called for stronger family and government support for breastfeeding mothers to improve child health and…
General News
UNICEF, journalists mull strengthening child protection policies
By Stephen Adeleye/Joy Mbachi The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and journalists have urged Nigerian media houses to institutionalise stronger child protection and safety…
Culture & Tourism
Comedian showcases W/African tourist potential with Niger Tour
By Nasir Abdullahi Amadou Larwanou, popularly known as Wanousky Montana, says West African scenic spots, historical sites, flora and fauna are natural wonders that…
General News
UNICEF seeks ethical reporting of children
By Stephen Adeleye The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has urged journalists to protect children’s identities and prioritise solutions in reporting issues affecting them.…
Health
Katsina inaugurates SMART Nutrition Survey to tackle child malnutrition
By Abbas Bamalli The Katsina State Government has inaugurated the 2026 SMART Nutrition Survey to generate reliable data for evidence-based planning and improved nutrition…