Mr Oseni emphasised the need for public funding
NAFDAC said Ogun State-based Afrimedical is the first Nigerian syringe manufacturer—and West and Central Africa—to receive WHO prequalification for its syringes.
A total of 165 hepatitis A cases in Los Angeles County have been reported since 2024, more than triple the number of cases reported in 2023.
Ms Ajibawo, in an interview in Lagos on Tuesday, said breast milk serves as immunity and protection for children against allergic conditions.
According to her, the provision of hygienic and clean delivery kits is an essential initiative that addresses a critical need within the communities.
Mr Bolarinwa advocated local production of drugs and vaccines in Nigeria.
Mr Obi said he supported nursing schools because Nigeria needed more than 1.2 million nurses to address the profession shortage in the country’s hospitals.
“These factors create unjust and avoidable health gaps,” said WHO director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus.
“Unless you are an expert, do not pick and eat wild mushrooms,” said Australia’s chief health officer.
The World Bank predicted a grim future for Nigeria, stating that more Nigerians will be plunged into poverty by 2027.
