February 13
Nigeria: Women Fear Seeking Care At Gwarjiko PHC Due to Lack of Female Health Workers
The absence of female health workers at the Gwarjiko Primary Healthcare (PHC) facility has become a major barrier to maternal healthcare. Maryam Salihu, a pregnant woman, recounts… Read more »
February 12
Nigeria: Why Male Involvement in Sexual and Reproductive Health Matters
Discussions on Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) often prioritise women's issues, such as access to contraception, maternal care, menstrual health and postpartum… Read more »
February 10
Nigeria: #Health4AllRivers - a State-Based Health Insurance Scheme Ensures Affordable Care for Residents
The first thing that catches the attention of first-time visitors entering the spacious, airy reception and waiting area of the Model Primary Healthcare Centre (PHC), Ozuboko, Port… Read more »
February 06
Nigeria: Women in Dan Jaka Demand Improved Maternal Healthcare Services
Laditu Muhammad, a pregnant woman from Unguwar Gatsaitsai district, expresses her frustration for the lack of comprehensive maternal health care in Dan Jaka, a community in Ghari… Read more »
February 05
Africa: Reimagining Health Financing in Africa - Navigating the Aftermath of the U.S. WHO Withdrawal
The United States' withdrawal from the World Health Organization (WHO) and 90-day pause in foreign aid programmes following President Donald Trump's re-election have sparked a… Read more »
February 03
Nigeria: Infectious Diseases Prevention - the Power of a Community-Led Initiative in Lagos State
In May 2024, Gbenga Ogundimu (not real name), a resident of Ajeromi-Ifelodun, Lagos State, appeared pale and emaciated. He had been coughing for several weeks, and his condition… Read more »
February 01
Nigeria: Addressing Lassa Fever in Nigeria - the Case for Vaccines and Civil Society Engagement
"When a pandemic strikes, saving lives hinges on rapid vaccine development and equitable access" -- David Agunlofi, Programme and Communications Associate at Options Consultancy Read more »
Nigeria: Community Efforts Not Enough to Salvage Kodo Primary Healthcare Centre
Community members have taken it upon themselves to repair their dilapidated Primary Healthcare Centre (PHC) facility in Kodo, Wushishi Local Government Area (LGA), Niger State.… Read more »
January 29
Nigeria: Assessing the Impact of the USAID Funding Freeze On Nigeria's Health Sector
Since the inauguration of the 47th U.S. President, Donald J. Trump, the news waves have been dominated by coverage of the various Executive Orders he has signed. Among these, one… Read more »
January 28
Nigeria: Malaria Prevention Initiative Delivers Positive Results for Infants and Children in Katsina
Zulaihatu Musa, a 28-year-old mother of two, noticed that prior to 2021, she had witnessed fewer cases of malaria among her children and other babies in the compound where she… Read more »
January 25
Nigeria: Nigeria's Malnutrition Crisis Remains a Threat for the Country's Future
Nigeria is confronted with a paradox of food insecurity and widespread malnutrition. Despite Nigeria's abundance of natural resources and expansive agricultural terrain, millions… Read more »
Nigeria: Strengthening and Addressing Healthcare Inequities in Gwarzo
"Despite visiting hospitals, we often find no doctors available. During labour, when medical attention is crucial, we cry for help only to discover no one to assist us," says… Read more »
January 22
Nigeria: Kano's Public Health Security Bill Sets a Model for Nigeria's Other States
In a landmark step reported on January 19, 2025, the Public Health Security Bill was signed into law by the Kano State Governor, His Excellency Abba Kabir Yusuf. The bill, which… Read more »
January 20
Rwanda: Rwanda and Nigeria Still Struggle With Abortion Stigma, Despite Laws
When Francine Nyiramahirwe, 22, decided to consult a health professional to terminate her pregnancy at a private clinic in Nyanza, a district in Southern Rwanda, she was… Read more »
January 19
Nigeria: Creating Better PHCs to Achieve Universal Health Coverage in Kano Municipal Council
Primary healthcare (PHC) is the foundation of a cost-effective approach to achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC). Recognising this need, Nigeria Health Watch, in partnership… Read more »
Nigeria: A Closer Look At the Human Cost of Contraceptive Shortages in Edo State
Access to family planning services has become a struggle for many couples in Edo State. For the Isibors, the consequences of this shortage were devastating. After having three… Read more »
January 17
Nigeria: City Cancer Challenge to Launch Leadership Programme for Women in Oncology in Abuja
Abuja, Nigeria - January 22, 2025 - City Cancer Challenge (C/Can), in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Health, ASCO and Roche, is set to launch the Leadership Programme… Read more »
January 15
Nigeria: Breaking Down Myths and Harmful C-Section Stigma to Save Mothers Lives
When Sandra Madu returned to her father-in-law's home a week after giving birth, she felt a swirl of emotions about the welcome she received. The disapproving glances and sharp… Read more »
January 13
Nigeria: How the Five Cowries Art Base Education Initiative Is Transforming Health Awareness in Ghari LGA
In Ghari Local Government Area (LGA) of Kano, adolescent girls are embracing health awareness through the Five Cowries' Furanni programme, a local initiative in collaboration with… Read more »
January 02
Nigeria: Shaping a Healthier Future for Nigeria in 2025
2025 makes it 17 years since we published our first editorial reflecting on issues relating to health and our health sector in Nigeria! We thank all of you for reading. Without… Read more »
December 31, 2024
Nigeria: Nigeria's Health Sector in 2024 - Policies, Investments, Partnerships, and Milestones
The year 2024 has been transformative for Nigeria's health sector, marked by significant policy reforms, increased investments, strategic partnerships, and notable milestones.… Read more »
December 28, 2024
Nigeria: Sustaining HIV Aids Intervention in Nigeria Towards Achieving the 2030 Global Target
The Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) remains a leading public health and development challenge globally. With an estimated 2 million adults and children currently living with the… Read more »
Nigeria: Taka Lafiya Community Calls for Emergency Intervention for Its PHC Centre
Taka Lafiya Primary Healthcare (PHC) in Lapai, Niger state, offers a range of services, including immunisation, antenatal care (ANC), labour support and health education, not only… Read more »
December 25, 2024
Nigeria: The Primary Health Care Leadership Challenge - Where Winning Should Save Lives
"Pregnant women and patients requiring medical care are compelled to embark on a two kilometre journey to access fundamental laboratory and scanning services at other facilities,… Read more »
December 23, 2024
Nigeria: Feeding Hope - an MSF-Backed Nutrition Project Is Giving Malnourished Children a Fighting Chance in Katsina
Hauwa'u's gleeful face could be seen by anyone who entered the children's ward at the Maternal and Child Health Centre in Kofar Sauri, Katsina. She had a skinny baby strapped to… Read more »
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