Nigeria: Naca Debunks Viral State-By-State HIV Figures, Warns Against Misuse of Data

The clarification follows a widely shared post published on 1 April by Instablog, a popular blog on Instagram. Read more »

Nigeria: Customs Intercepts N1.05bn Tramadol, Pharmaceuticals

An official said the operation underscored the service's commitment to curbing the smuggling of prohibited substances. Read more »

Nigeria: NMA Defends Disqualification of Candidates, Denies Bias Ahead of Elections

The NMA's response follows allegations by one of the affected aspirants, Sodipo Oluwajimi, who claimed that six candidates were unlawfully disqualified despite meeting the… Read more »

Nigeria: Lassa Fever Deaths Hit 167 As Cases Drop to 26 - NCDC

In its Week 13 epidemiological report covering 23 to 29 March 2026, the agency said confirmed cases dropped significantly to 26 from 51 recorded in the previous week. Read more »

Nigeria: World Health Day - WHO Urges Nigerians to Trust Science, Warns Against Health Misinformation

Mr Ursu said the rise of social media and other information channels has made it difficult to distinguish accurate health information from false claims. Read more »

Africa: Africa CDC Appoints Osinbajo As Senior Strategic Adviser

Ms Edwin explained that the appointment aligned with the Africa Health Security and Sovereignty Agenda aimed at strengthening Africa's voice in global health, boosting domestic… Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Resident Doctors Commence Indefinite Strike

Beyond the policy reversal, the association highlighted several unresolved financial obligations owed to its members Read more »

Nigeria: Bandits Kill Police Officer, Burn Health Centre in Katsina Communities

Residents told PREMIUM TIMES that the attackers first struck Sayaya town in the early hours, setting a primary healthcare centre ablaze and looting several shops before burning… Read more »

Nigeria: Resident Doctors to Begin Nationwide Strike Tuesday

NARD said its members would embark on a total and comprehensive industrial action beginning at 12:00 a.m. on Tuesday, 7 April 2026. Read more »

Nigeria: Church Donates MRI Machine to Abia Govt - Official

An official said the donated MRI scanner will significantly improve Abia State's diagnostic capacity. Read more »

Nigeria: Enugu On High Alert Over Rabies Outbreak

An official urged all dog owners to vaccinate their dogs and other pets against rabies without delay, adding that other pet owners should confine their animals and prevent them… Read more »

Nigeria: Misdiagnosed As Malaria - the Hidden Cost of Delayed Lassa Fever Detection in Nigeria

As Nigeria experiences a severe Lassa fever season, the World Health Organisation (WHO) notes that laboratory testing is required to confirm Lassa fever, as clinical symptoms alone… Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria Charts Path to Health Sovereignty, Strengthens Global Partnerships - Minister

You can not outsource the delivery of your health system or the treatment of diseases like malaria, HIV, and TB to taxpayers in other countries. Read more »

Nigeria: 146 Deaths Recorded, 38 Health Workers Infected As Lassa Fever Spreads in Nigeria

Cumulatively, 21 states and 82 local government areas have recorded at least one confirmed case in 2026. Read more »

Nigeria: FG Graduates FCT Health Fellows, Onboards New Cohort

He explained that the programme was designed to equip and prepare selected youths from all 774 LGAs to serve as ambassadors of health sector reforms in their communities. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria to Deepen Partnership With Gates Foundation On Health, Agriculture, Others

Vice President Kashim Shettima applauded the foundation for sustaining investments and humanitarian aid in Nigeria. Read more »

Nigeria: Donor Reliance, Insufficient Materials Affect Nutrition Programmes in Nigeria's North-Central

According to the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), about 100 children under five die of malnutrition per hour, approximately 2,400 children daily. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerians Divided Over Blessing CEO's Breast Cancer Fundraising Appeal

The influencer's appeal drew sympathy from supporters, while social media activist VeryDarkMan and others questioned the lack of verifiable medical evidence. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria Unveils HIV Prevention Plan, Shifts Focus Beyond Treatment

The launch is a response to evolving infection patterns and a move to address gaps in the country's HIV response. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria Records 440,000 TB Cases in 2025, Thousands Still Undiagnosed - Minister

Mr Salako attributed the progress to strategic expansion of diagnostic networks, especially the GeneXpert network, which has increased from 32 machines in 2012 to 527 in 2026, and… Read more »

Nigeria: AHF Advocates Increased Domestic Financing for HIV, TB Amid Donor Cuts

Mr Aborisade noted that while significant gains have been made in HIV treatment, sustaining them will depend on increased collaboration between governments, civil society, and… Read more »

Nigeria: Ultimate Health HMO Seeks Enforcement of Health Insurance Coverage for Nigerian Employees

Ultimate Health introduced new health insurance product as part of efforts to widen health insurance coverage for Nigerian employees under the NHIA 2022. Read more »

Nigeria: Policy, Funding Gaps Top Agenda As Experts Meet On Maternal Health in Africa

The aim of the dialogue is to identify practical pathways for accelerating progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to maternal and newborn survival. Read more »

Africa: Study Finds Cancer-Linked Chemicals in Hair Extensions

According to the researchers, dozens of hazardous substances were detected, with some synthetic fibres showing particularly high levels of chemical signatures. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria Rolls Out New HIV Prevention Injection, Restricts Use for Pregnant Women

The rollout, which will begin in eight states - Anambra, Ebonyi, Gombe, Kwara, Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Benue, and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT)- is part of efforts to expand… Read more »