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Health · Premium Times ·Nigerian govt launches incentives to increase use of maternal, newborn healthcare
The Nigerian government has introduced incentives aimed at encouraging more women and families to use maternal and newborn healthcare services. The initiative focuses on improving uptake of care during pregnancy, childbirth and the period after birth, with the goal of supporting safer outcomes for mothers and newborns.
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Health · Daily Post ·Lagosians warned against use of rusty, poorly fabricated pepper-grinding machines
Lagos residents have been cautioned against using rusty or poorly fabricated machines for grinding pepper. The warning highlights potential health and safety concerns linked to equipment condition and construction, urging consumers to be careful when selecting or using pepper-grinding machines.
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Health · Premium Times ·Tax reforms, economic growth critical to Nigeria’s health financing – Official
A Nigerian official said tax reforms and sustained economic growth are critical to improving the country’s health financing. The remarks highlight the connection between stronger public revenue systems, economic performance and the government’s ability to fund healthcare services and meet national health needs.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·UCH consultants raise alarm over salary delays, manpower crisis
Consultants at University College Hospital have raised concerns about delays in salary payments and a worsening manpower shortage. Their warning points to growing operational and workforce pressures at the institution, although the headline does not specify the duration of the delays, the number of affected staff, or any official response.
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Health · The Punch ·Fish virus outbreak hits UK facilities
A fish virus outbreak has been reported at facilities in the United Kingdom. The headline indicates the development is affecting fish-related sites, but provides no further details about the virus, the facilities involved, the scale of the outbreak, or any reported response from authorities or operators.
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Health · Premium Times ·New TB vaccines could save 7.3m lives by 2050 – Gavi
Gavi says new tuberculosis vaccines could prevent deaths and save an estimated 7.3 million lives globally by 2050. The projection highlights the potential public-health impact of developing and deploying more effective TB vaccines, although the headline provides no further details on the vaccines, countries involved or expected rollout timeline.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·FG targets 2.9m pregnant women with new maternal, newborn care incentives
The Federal Government plans to introduce new incentives under a maternal and newborn care initiative targeting 2.9 million pregnant women. The programme is expected to support efforts to improve care for mothers and babies, although the headline does not specify the incentives, implementation timeline or participating facilities.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·60,000 women access emergency healthcare under health reforms — FG
The Federal Government says 60,000 women have received emergency healthcare services through ongoing health reforms. The figure highlights reported efforts to improve access to urgent medical care for women, although the headline does not provide details about the programmes involved, the locations covered or the period measured.
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Health · ThisDay ·First Lady Seeks More Collaboration Among Tiers Of Govt As FG Distributes 215,000 Maternal Kits
Nigeria’s First Lady has called for stronger collaboration among the federal, state and local governments as the Federal Government distributes 215,000 maternal health kits. The initiative highlights efforts to support expectant mothers and improve coordination among the country’s three tiers of government.
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Health · Daily Post ·NAFDAC destroys N59m expired donated medicines in Rivers
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has destroyed expired medicines valued at N59 million in Rivers State. The products had reportedly been donated, but were no longer suitable for use because they had passed their expiry dates. The disposal was carried out to prevent their circulation or consumption.
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Health · Daily Post ·
NAFDAC alerts Nigerians over suspected counterfeit toothpaste
Nigeria’s National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has warned members of the public about suspected counterfeit toothpaste. The alert advises Nigerians to remain cautious regarding the product and highlights concerns over the circulation or possible use of toothpaste believed to be falsified.
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Health · Premium Times ·Stakeholders seek stronger investment to reduce maternal, newborn deaths
Stakeholders are calling for increased investment and stronger interventions to address maternal and newborn deaths in Nigeria. The appeal highlights the need for greater attention and resources toward improving outcomes for mothers and babies, although the headline does not specify the stakeholders involved or the measures proposed.
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Health · Daily Post ·Failure of Primary Healthcare: New Nigeria not possible with citizens dying – Peter Obi
Peter Obi has criticised the state of primary healthcare in Nigeria, arguing that the country cannot achieve meaningful progress while citizens continue to die from preventable or inadequately treated health conditions. His remarks highlight concerns about weaknesses in basic healthcare delivery and their implications for national development.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·NDLEA seizes 785,000 pregabalin capsules in Kano, arrests suspect
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has seized 785,000 pregabalin capsules in Kano and arrested a suspect in connection with the consignment. The development concerns the agency’s efforts to curb the distribution of controlled or abused medicines in the state.
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Health · The Punch ·
Strengthen manpower, infrastructure in teaching hospitals, MDCN urges FG
The Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria has urged the Federal Government to improve staffing and infrastructure in the country’s teaching hospitals. The appeal highlights the need to strengthen these facilities’ capacity to provide effective medical training and healthcare services.
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Health · Leadership News ·
BREAKING: Police Arrest Suspected Producer Of Herbal Drink Linked To 29 Deaths In Ondo
Police in Ondo State have arrested a person suspected of producing a herbal drink allegedly linked to the deaths of 29 people. The arrest marks an ongoing investigation into the reported fatalities and the circumstances surrounding the distribution or consumption of the product.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·
UCH Ibadan emerges as Nigeria’s top health institution in 2026
University College Hospital, Ibadan, has been identified as Nigeria’s leading health institution for 2026, according to Nigerian Tribune. The headline indicates that the ranking or recognition places the prominent Ibadan-based medical institution at the top nationally, but provides no further details about the criteria, organisers or other institutions assessed.
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Health · BusinessDay ·From salt to rice: Nigeria bets on fortified staples to cut malnutrition
Nigeria is promoting the fortification of staple foods, including salt and rice, as part of efforts to reduce malnutrition. The approach involves adding essential nutrients to commonly consumed products, with the government and relevant stakeholders betting that wider access to fortified staples can improve nutrition outcomes nationwide.
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Health · Vanguard ·Diphtheria outbreak: Zamfara records 44 deaths, suspends school resumption
Zamfara State has recorded 44 deaths in a diphtheria outbreak, prompting authorities to suspend the resumption of schools. The measure is intended to address the public health situation and limit potential transmission, while the outbreak continues to affect communities in the state.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·Oyo: Makinde, PSN President to lead 2026 World Pharmacists Day celebration
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde and the President of the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria are expected to lead activities marking the 2026 World Pharmacists Day celebration in Oyo. The headline indicates their central roles in the event, though it provides no further details on the programme, venue or date.
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