Monday, July 20, 2026

Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare

July 16, 2026

NANNM-FHI issues 15-Day ultimatum to FG over Kaduna Hospital crisis

The nurses gave an ultimatum that, if an alleged victimisation of its members at the Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Barnawa, Kaduna, was not addressed by July 29.

June 20, 2026

Ebola: FG approves N21 million outbreak response fund for each state

Mr Bako said the intervention formed part of measures to strengthen Nigeria’s readiness against Ebola.

Health minister Muhammed Ali Pate
May 22, 2026

FG distributes emergency obstetric equipment to 251 health facilities

The initiative is aimed at reducing maternal and newborn deaths.

Primary Healthcare Centre
May 16, 2026

CSOs seek stronger action on salt in foods

A coalition of non-governmental organisations has called on the federal government to implement urgent sodium reduction measures in processed foods.

someone adding salt to food
May 5, 2026

Abuja launches nine cancer care projects to boost diagnosis, treatment

She said the initiative marked a shift from planning to implementation.

Hospital Bed used to illustrate the story
April 23, 2026

Tinubu approves N17 billion for community-led projects in 8,804 wards

The president approved the establishment of a community-based national social action fund task force to drive grassroots development.

President Bola Tinubu
April 9, 2026

8% of Nigerians live with diabetes, says NCD

Mr Sopekan noted that many Nigerians remained unaware of their health status.

Patients with diabetes
April 2, 2026

Nigeria’s experience showed progress possible in TB treatment: WHO

TB is preventable and treatable, yet it continues to cause significant illness and death globally. In 2024, an estimated 1.23 million died.

Tuberculosis patient
February 19, 2026

Immunisation drive yielded 174 million doses, boosts PHC uptake: NPHCDA

NPHCDA says Nigeria’s intensified immunisation drive has resulted in the administration of over 174 million vaccine doses within one year.

Polio immunisation vaccine
February 11, 2026

Presidency, health ministry partner to prioritise women’s health

“There is a lack of knowledge on how to access and understand the services the government has provided,” said Ms Steinacker.

Adanna Steinacker