Seven Nigerian global health medical associations, in collaboration with the CONSTANMEDICS Foundation, plan to train 5,000 healthcare workers nationwide during the 2026 Diaspora Week, scheduled for July 16–26 across Nigeria. The associations include ANPA (USA), CANPAD (Canada), MANSAG (UK), ANDA (Australia), NDF South Africa, NMA Germany and the CONSTANMEDICS Foundation (UK). Together, they represent more than 50,000 doctors committed to strengthening Nigeria’s health workforce. Dr. Jideofor Menakaya, a Consultant Neonatal Paediatrician at Hillingdon Hospital, UK, disclosed the initiative on Thursday at the opening of the 66th National Council on Health (NCH) in Calabar, Cross River State. The theme of the…
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Nigerian children have urged the government and stakeholders to prioritize their safety, education, nutrition and overall well being, stressing that their future is essential to national progress and development. They made the call on Thursday in Abuja during the 2025 World Children’s Day commemoration, themed: “The Future of Nigeria’s Children: Voices, Vision, and Action.” The event highlighted children’s rights, safety and empowerment across the country. The children emphasized that they remain Nigeria’s greatest resource and the foundation for future growth, innovation and stability. They warned that no society could thrive when its children are unsafe, malnourished or denied access to…
Staff and students of the Anambra State Polytechnic (AnsPoly), Mgbakwu, have called on the government to provide irrigation facilities to farmers to help boost food production in Nigeria. They made the appeal on Thursday during the second edition of the institution’s New Yam (Iwaji) Festival. Speaking to journalists, Igwe Chuka Ameke, the ‘traditional ruler’ of AnsPoly, said increased agricultural productivity would enhance food security and reduce poverty and crime. Ameke said the festival was held to appreciate God for a successful farming season and a bumper harvest, in line with Igbo cultural values. “This is the second edition of our…
The European health sector is not reacting adequately to violence directed at women and girls in the region, according to a World Health Organisation (WHO) report published on Thursday. The report covers women and girls from the age of 15 who have been attacked physically or sexually by partners or former partners, along with victims of violence by perpetrators they did not have a relationship with. “Violence against women and girls remains a pervasive public health emergency in the WHO European Region, affecting nearly one in three women over their lifetime,” the report says. The report reveals “critical gaps in…
The Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), the flagship project of First Lady Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, has distributed 10,000 free customised disposable sanitary pads to schoolgirls across Niger State. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the distribution took place on Thursday at Aliyu Muazu Memorial Primary School, Minna, as part of efforts to promote menstrual hygiene and reduce absenteeism among female students. The intervention forms part of the national rollout of the “Flow with Confidence” programme, which aims to donate 370,000 sanitary pads to schoolgirls across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory. Represented by Hajiya Fatima Bago, Wife…
Nigeria’s health sector has recorded a notable progress over the past two years, but more investments are needed to achieve the Universal Health Coverage, Prof. Ali Pate, Minister of Health, said on Thursday. Pate, while addressing the 66th National Council on Health (NCH), in Calabar, Cross River, recalled that in Ekiti in 2023, the council adopted far-reaching reforms targeting governance, human resources, primary health care, digital technology, health insurance, hospital infrastructure, and supply chains. The minister said these reforms aimed to improve health outcomes and strengthen Nigeria’s health security. “Since then, we have held quarterly performance reviews and annual joint reviews. “The…
Cross River has been spotlighted as a leading force in health reforms as it hosted the 66th Regular Session of the National Council of Health (NCH) for the first time. The high-level meeting brought together federal and state health officials, policymakers, development partners, medical practitioners, members of the diplomatic corps, service commanders, royal fathers, and the press. Gov. Bassey Otu, welcomed delegates on Thursday while addressing the 66th National Council on Health (NCH), in Calabar. Otu, represented by his Deputy, Peter Odey, highlighted the state’s commitment to the Renewed Hope Agenda, stressing the crucial role of the NCH in advancing Universal…
The Kaduna State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development has called for a stronger protection, education and welfare system for children across the state. The ministry, in collaboration with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), made the call on Thursday as it marked the 2025 World Children’s Day in Kaduna. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the event has the theme, “My Day, My Rights.” It formed part of UNICEF’s Global Day of Action, commemorating the adoption of the Convention on the Rights of the Child. Speaking, the State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Hajiya…
The National Agricultural Land Development Authority (NALDA) says its ongoing Renewed Hope Mega Farm Estates in Kwara and Ekiti are set to lift at least 100,000 people out of poverty. The initiative is also expected to create 12,000 direct jobs and 30,000 indirect jobs. Executive Secretary of NALDA, Mr. Cornelius Adebayo, made the disclosure on the sidelines of an event organised by the agency during the ongoing CoP30 and MoU signing ceremony in Belem. The statement was made available to reporters in Abuja on Thursday. Adebayo identified the Mega Farm Estates as one of NALDA’s flagship projects under the Renewed…
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu is set to inaugurate 233 new housing units on Abraham Adesanya Housing Estate, Ajah on the Lekki-Epe Expressway. The state Commissioner for Housing, Mr Moruf Akinderu-Fatai, gave the assurance in a statement on Thursday. The statement was signed by the Deputy Director of Public Affairs, Lagos State Ministry of Housing, Mr Ganiu Lawal. The commissioner said that the housing units, to be inaugurated on Friday, would be expected to boost housing stock for the growing number of Lagos residents seeking decent accommodation. According to the official, the project consists of 34 blocks containing a total of…