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October 18, 2026

Kenya confirms four more Ebola cases

Three of the new cases were among health workers who treated the country’s first patient.

Ebola patients
October 17, 2026

Health workers’ strike disrupts services at Katsina public hospitals

The Assembly of Health Professionals embarked on a one-week warning strike.

Katsina state map (Credit: Punch)
October 16, 2026

WHO urges vigilance in Kenya after second Ebola case

WHO underlined the importance of appropriate screening to identify travellers who might pose a health risk.

Ebola patients
October 16, 2026

FG, states urged to scale up micronutrient supplements for pregnant women

The expert said approximately 1.3 million Nigerian women had received the supplements since their introduction in 2021.

Pregnant Woman
October 16, 2026

Zero-dose: Zamfara intensifies efforts to improve routine immunisation

The Zamfara government says it is taking all necessary measures to improve routine immunisation by ensuring that every eligible child receives life-saving vaccines.

Governor Dauda Lawal
October 16, 2026

Kano ‌govt, partners begin one-year transition of HIV, TB services

GGHN and CCRN have begun engagements with the Kano government on the transition of HIV and tuberculosis service delivery to CCRN over one year.

HIV clinic in Africa
October 16, 2026

Zamfara certifies over 700 auxiliary social workers to boost child protection

The Zamfara government has graduated and certified 710 auxiliary social workers to significantly strengthen child protection and community resilience.

October 16, 2026

Children at highest risk of death in DR Congo Ebola outbreak, says MSF

Médecins Sans Frontières has raised an alarm over rising Ebola cases in DR Congo, saying the youngest children face the highest risk of death.

Sick kids in DRC hospital
October 16, 2026

UN, EU agree to support Nigeria’s development priorities

UN in Nigeria and the EU have agreed to strengthen their partnership to support Nigeria’s development priorities and deliver lasting impact for the country.

Mohammed Fall, Gautier Mignot
October 15, 2026

Kenya announces second Ebola case, downplays wider spread

The ministry said the victim had been in contact with 128 people.

Ebola patients