An Ebola response asks people to report symptoms, disclose their movements and accept monitoring that may interrupt their livelihoods. Those requests depend on trust, largely shaped by what public health authorities do and how clearly, consistently and transparently they communicate. Nigeria confirmed an imported case of Bundibugyo virus disease on 20 October 2026. Investigations are […]
Picture a mother in Nigeria who is hesitant to vaccinate her child because she has heard that the vaccine could affect fertility. A family member has shared a frightening story about the vaccine, further questioning its safety. Even though a health worker tells her the vaccine is safe, she is still unsure. It is tempting […]
Nigeria’s maternal health challenge is not simply about whether sufficient funding is available. It is also about how resources are raised, allocated and translated into essential services for women, particularly those living in poor and underserved communities. Discussions at the 2026 World Health Summit in Berlin brought this challenge into focus. Across several sessions, a […]
In early 2025, the United States’ pause on foreign assistance raised concerns about funding gaps in health programmes. During the 2025 budget process, Nigeria included a provision of about US$200 million, approximately ₦300 billion at the budget’s exchange rate, to address gaps resulting from the US foreign aid pause. The National Assembly approved the budget […]
Hadiza Musa For years, residents of Indabo community in Wudil Local Government Area of Kano State have struggled to access quality healthcare at their Primary Healthcare Centre (PHC). With dry taps, leaking roofs, broken doors, and poor sanitation, the facility has struggled to provide a safe and functional environment for patients. Staff shortages further compounded […]
