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Health

February 20, 2026

Delta agency pledges cleaner state capital

The Delta Capital Territory Development Agency has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting a cleaner, healthier, and more livable environment in Asaba.

Delta Governor, RT. Hon Sheriff Oborevwori
February 19, 2026

Govt urged to establish urban health units nationwide to improve care in slums

Mr Onwujekwe said urban slums were often neglected and perceived as needing less intervention than rural areas

SLUMS
February 19, 2026

Kaduna inaugurates DRIVE initiative to boost immunisation coverage

Ms Tense stressed that vaccines saved lives only when transported and stored within the recommended temperature ranges.

Kaduna
February 19, 2026

Genotype awareness drive targets students at Trinity University

The Gail Sickle Initiative, in partnership with Trinity University, Sabo, hosted ‘Sickle Cell Alma Awareness Wednesday’ to educate students on genotype compatibility.

Sickle Cell Alma Awareness Wednesday
February 19, 2026

NiDCOM announces diaspora health initiative nationwide

Abike Dabiri-Erewa, the CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, on Wednesday, formally announced the Diaspora Health Impact Initiative 2026.

Mrs. Abike Dabiri-Erewa
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 18, 2026

Malawi bans public health workers from owning private clinics

Mr Mutharika said the alleged conduct contravenes patients’ constitutional right to access public health services.

Malawi
February 18, 2026

Yobe assembly probes alleged health workers’ misconduct, doctors’ shortage

The Yobe House of Assembly has opened an investigation into allegations of misconduct among health workers and a critical shortage of doctors in state-run hospitals.

Yobe University Teaching Hospital (YSUTH)
February 18, 2026

Conflict, instability making pregnancy increasingly dangerous worldwide: WHO

In 2023 alone, an estimated 160,000 women died from preventable maternal causes in fragile and conflict-affected settings.

Mothers with babies
February 18, 2026

Nearly two-thirds of maternal deaths occur in war-prone countries: WHO

Nearly two-thirds of all maternal deaths worldwide occur in countries marked by conflict or fragility, a report released on Tuesday by WHO and partners has shown.

Pregnant Women