Category: Health

The Federal Government has announced plans to integrate haemophilia and other inherited bleeding disorders into maternal and child health services at the primary and secondary healthcare levels to improve early diagnosis and expand access to comprehensive care across Nigeria. Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Muhammad Ali Pate, disclosed this in Abuja during a press briefing marking World Haemophilia Day. Represented by Kamil Shoretire, the minister said the initiative is aimed at addressing gaps in diagnosis and treatment, noting that out of an estimated 21,101 Nigerians living with haemophilia,…

The Federal Government has charged newly appointed Medical Directors of Federal Medical Centers to prioritize government policies, strengthen industrial harmony, and improve service delivery across the nation’s health institutions. The charge was given by the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Iziaq Adekunle Salako, during the presentation of appointment letters to six Medical Directors in Abuja. Two of the appointments were renewals for second terms, while four were fresh appointments. Dr. Salako urged the appointees to align their leadership with the administration’s priorities, emphasizing industrial peace, quality healthcare…

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to prioritising healthcare delivery under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, highlighting the rapid establishment of federal tertiary health institutions across the country. The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Iziaq Adekunle Salako, made this known while receiving the Ovie of Udu Kingdom, Michael Ogheneove Orugbo, during a courtesy visit to the ministry in Abuja. Dr. Salako noted that the current administration has established more federal tertiary health facilities within a short period than previous governments, describing the move as…

The Federal Government has unveiled a suite of new maternal and newborn health policies aimed at improving the quality of care and reducing preventable deaths, as Nigeria commemorated the 2026 Safe Motherhood Day. The Ministerial Press Briefing, held in Abuja and organised by the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, brought together government officials, development partners, health professionals, and stakeholders to reaffirm commitment to safeguarding the lives of mothers and newborns. Welcoming participants, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Daju Kachollom, who was represented by Permanent Secretary- Designate said…

The Federal Government has unveiled the Electronic Pharmacy (e-Pharmacy) Regulations, 2026, marking a significant step toward aligning Nigeria’s pharmaceutical practice with global health priorities and advancing digital healthcare delivery. The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Muhammad Ali Pate, disclosed this during the official launch of the regulations in Abuja, stating that the initiative is a key component of the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, aimed at transforming the country’s healthcare system through digital innovation. According to Pate, the new regulations are designed to establish a…

The Assistant Secretary-General for Youth Affairs and Head of the United Nations Youth Office, Felipe Paullier, has described the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) as a critical agent of youth development in Nigeria. Paullier made the remark during the flag-off of the NYSC Health Initiative for Rural Dwellers (HIRD) at Kabusa community in Abuja. He explained that his visit to Nigeria was focused on engaging with youth organisations, particularly NYSC, as well as key stakeholders, to advance the youth agenda by strengthening the role of young people as partners in…

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has reiterated the Nigerian Army’s commitment to standardising its healthcare system while ensuring lifelong welfare support for serving personnel and veterans. General Shaibu made this known on Tuesday in Abuja when he received the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Defence Health Maintenance Limited (DHML), Surgeon Rear Admiral Azeeze Bayo Afolayan (Rtd), during a courtesy visit to the Army Headquarters. He stressed that the optimisation of medical services within the Army depends largely on the integration of standardised administrative…

The First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has launched the Community Food Bank Trust Fund and inaugurated its Board of Trustees, committing the sum of N500 million to support the initiative aimed at strengthening food security and reducing malnutrition across the country. Speaking at the launch held at the State House, Abuja, on Wednesday, 2 April 2026, Senator Tinubu expressed delight at the growing support for efforts to improve access to nutritious food for vulnerable households, particularly children under 16. She stressed that child malnutrition…

Nigeria will host a high-level health security dialogue with the People’s Republic of China on Monday, 30 March 2026, aimed at enhancing pandemic preparedness and response. The event, organized by the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, will convene senior government officials, global health institutions, policymakers, and scientists from both countries. Titled “Lessons on Pandemic Preparedness and Response: Insights from China and Nigeria,” the dialogue comes as nations continue to strengthen their defenses against future health threats in the wake of COVID-19. It is expected to provide a platform…

The Federal Government has approved the disbursement of over N32 billion under the Basic Healthcare Provision Fund (BHCPF) to strengthen primary healthcare centres (PHCs) across Nigeria, as part of efforts to improve access to quality and affordable healthcare. The approval was granted at the 14th Ministerial Oversight Committee (MOC) meeting and the first quarter 2026 session of the BHCPF, held on March 24, 2026, in Abuja. The BHCPF serves as a key financing mechanism of the Federal Government aimed at ensuring predictable funding, reducing out-of-pocket healthcare costs, and expanding access…