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Health

August 14, 2026

Kano LG distributes malaria drugs to children

The intervention targets children aged three to 59 months to safeguard their health and reduce vulnerability to malaria infections.

Kano State
August 14, 2026

Enugu, NCDC partnering to ensure Ebola prevention in South-East: Commissioner

Mr Ugwu said the region is strengthening its preparedness and readiness to prevent Ebola by tightening health security measures.

Enugu, NCDC
August 14, 2026

Nigerian epidemiologist to lead global pandemic preparedness body CEPI

Mr Abubakar succeeds Richard Hatchett, who has led the global health partnership since its establishment in 2017.

Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations
August 14, 2026

Stakeholders seek improved data to strengthen women’s health

Stakeholders in women’s health have called for improved data and measurement systems to better address women’s health needs across different stages of life.

Women at clinic
August 13, 2026

Kwara govt. hails RHHF’s commitment to outstanding humanitarian services

Mr Alabi observed that the RHHF had consistently demonstrated commitment to improving the lives of people through its various programmes.

Royal Heritage Health Foundation
August 13, 2026

Lagos college inducts 85 laboratory technicians, urges ethical conduct

Mr Ofili urged the graduands to uphold high ethical standards and pursue continuous professional development.

Lagos State College of Health Technology
August 13, 2026

Immunisation: Kebbi orders LG chairmen to attend daily evening review meetings

The deputy governor commended traditional rulers for their full attendance at the evening review meetings.

Immunisation
August 13, 2026

Fathers mobilise against missed children in Kaduna immunisation drive

Fathers in Igabi council area of Kaduna have been mobilised to help close gaps in childhood immunisation after a recent vaccination exercise showed missed children.

Kids playing in Kaduna
August 13, 2026

Nigeria accounts for largest cholera outbreak in West, Central Africa: UNICEF

Nigeria accounts for the largest cholera outbreak in the region, with more than 50,000 cumulative cholera cases and 338 deaths reported since January 1, 2026, in the country.

Cholera patients
August 13, 2026

WHO’s Ghebreyesus decries Trump’s executive order on vaccines

The World Health Organisation has voiced concern over U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration’s executive order on vaccines.

WHO Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus