Category: Health
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NGSF DRAWS THE LINE: FGM MUST END
No excuses, no traditions to hide behind — Nigeria’s governors’ spouses say the time to end FGM is now. The Nigeria Governors’ Spouses’ Forum (NGSF) has renewed its push for the total eradication of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), describing the practice as a clear violation of human rights and a serious public health and development…
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ZERO TOLERANCE DAY: NGO VOWS TO STEP UP COMMUNITY FIGHT AGAINST FGM
From grassroots action to global advocacy, WAVE Foundation Africa says ending FGM must start in communities—and start now. Marking the 2026 International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), WAVE Foundation Africa has renewed its commitment to scale up community-led prevention, strengthen survivor support, and link grassroots realities with global advocacy to end…
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LAGOS TARGETS 10,000 DRIVERS WITH FREE HEALTH, SAFETY CHECKS
Eyes on safer roads as the state rolls out free medical screenings, eye tests and substance-abuse awareness for professional drivers. No fewer than 10,000 professional drivers in Lagos are set to benefit from a new health and safety programme aimed at boosting driver fitness and cutting road crashes. The initiative, announced by the Governor’s Special…
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LASSA FEVER ALERT: PLATEAU CONFIRMS 6 CASES, 4 DEATHS
Health authorities raise the alarm as infections spread across six LGAs, urging residents to stay vigilant and report symptoms early. Plateau State has confirmed six cases of Lassa fever, with four deaths recorded, including a medical doctor. The Commissioner for Health, Dr Nicholas Baamlong, disclosed this at a press briefing in Jos on Friday. The…
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OYO CUTS FGM RATE FROM 65% TO 18% — EXPERTS SAY “THIS IS LEADERSHIP”
Health experts and lawmakers hail Oyo State for turning the tide on female genital mutilation, but warn: the final push to zero must not slow down. Oyo State is getting major praise for slashing its FGM prevalence from 65% to 18%, a dramatic drop experts say proves that strong political will and community action can…
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ZERO TOLERANCE FOR FGM: WAVE FOUNDATION AFRICA PUSHES FOR END TO HARMFUL PRACTICE
On the International Day of Zero Tolerance for FGM, WAVE Foundation Africa calls for action, not just words. As millions of girls and women continue to face the life-altering consequences of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), WAVE Foundation Africa reaffirmed its commitment to ending the practice across Nigeria and Africa. “FGM is not culture—it is violence.…
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FG DELIVERS 80,500 LIVESTOCK VACCINES TO EKITI
Ekiti beefs up animal health to fight deadly livestock diseases. The Federal Government has supplied Ekiti State with 80,500 doses of livestock vaccines to curb transboundary animal diseases, including 50,000 CBPP doses, 30,000 Newcastle Disease vaccines, and 500 Foot-and-Mouth Disease doses. Receiving the vaccines under the L-PRES programme, Commissioner for Agriculture, Ebenezer Boluwade, said the…
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4.5M GIRLS AT RISK OF FGM IN 2026 – UNFPA SOUNDS ALARM
Millions of girls face a hidden threat—UNFPA calls for urgent action. The UN Population Fund (UNFPA) warns that 4.5 million girls worldwide are at risk of female genital mutilation (FGM) this year, adding to the 230 million women and girls already affected globally. FGM—altering or injuring female genitalia for non-medical reasons—is a human rights violation…
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FG DOUBLES DOWN ON ENDING AVOIDABLE BLINDNESS
With most vision loss in Nigeria preventable, the Federal Government says eye care is now a development priority. The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to ending avoidable blindness and expanding inclusive eye health services nationwide. The pledge was made in Abuja as the Minister of State for Health, Dr Iziaq Salako, launched SightQuest Nigeria,…
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NIGER STATE LAUNCHES FREE CANCER DIAGNOSTICS, EXPANDS HPV VACCINATION
Early detection and prevention take center stage in fight against cancer. The Niger State Government has approved free cancer diagnostic services at designated public health facilities, aiming to tackle late diagnoses that contribute to thousands of cancer deaths each year. The announcement was made by Health Commissioner Dr. Murtala Muhammad-Bagana during the 2026 World Cancer…
