Since the beginning of 2024, a total of 5,133 suspected cases, including 321 deaths, have been reported, according to the WHO report.
The Africa Health Workforce Investment Forum is underway in Windhoek, the capital of Namibia.
“We have a President now that believes a healthy nation is the core to harnessing our biggest asset.’’
He said the comprehensive approach, endorsed at both federal and state levels, aimed to foster a unified response to safeguard Nigeria’s population against health threats.
The commissioner said the warehouse would be used to store drugs and other medical and health-related commodities.
Ms Umar explained that the pupils and students were scheduled to May 6, but the resumption was extended to May 13 to contain the measles outbreak.
The federal government has pledged to bring down the soaring cost of medications to make it affordable to Nigerians.
It said the efforts of midwives had significantly contributed to a reduction in the alarming statistics of maternal and under-five mortality rates in Nigeria.
“When crisis strikes, midwives are often first on the scene, especially in remote communities.’’
“Our goal is to sensitise members of the respective communities on the importance of adopting and inculcating healthier behaviours,” she said.
