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Health

September 26, 2025

Jigawa health agency distributes ICE kits for measles-rubella vaccination

Sani Yusuf-Kachi, the health educator, said this on Thursday while distributing the items to the 27 LGAs.

Healthcare centre in Jigawa state
September 26, 2025

Katsina government targets TB in vulnerable children

The Katsina government says it plans to conduct tuberculosis screening and treatment for vulnerable children, especially street children and those in orphanages.

September 26, 2025

Gov Zulum orders intensified immunisation campaigns across Borno

Governor Babagana Zulum has directed chairmen of the 27 local government areas to intensify awareness campaigns on Routine Immunisation and measles prevention.

Babagana Umara Zulum
September 26, 2025

CSOs express concern over patients’ access to TB, HIV, malaria services

The group said that some patients, especially those in rural areas, travel more than 30 kilometres to access TB, malaria, and HIV services.

Tuberculosis patient
September 25, 2025

PSN wants pharmacies recognised as PHCs, integration of herbal medicine

It also urged the federal government to recognise community pharmacies as primary healthcare centres.

Pharmacy
September 25, 2025

Kwara organises orientation for newly recruited intern pharmacists

Mr Malik assured that the present administration remains committed to strengthening the health sector.

Pharmacy
September 25, 2025

Osun pharmacists advocate better access to quality healthcare service

Mr Ayoodele said that the roles of pharmacists in communities cannot be overemphasised.

Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria
September 25, 2025

Imo medical detention prohibition bill passes second reading

According to the lawmaker, the law would alleviate the suffering of indigent Imo citizens.

Imo House of Assembly
September 25, 2025

Yobe govt., UNICEF partner to tackle child malnutrition, emergencies

According to Ms Nneka, strengthening local actors enhances greater access to malnourished children in hard-to-reach areas.

Malnourished African children
September 25, 2025

UNICEF urges Nigerian schools to integrate FGM education into curriculum 

He emphasised that school authorities, teachers, and PTA forums must take the lead in the sensitisation.

UNICEF