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Kura Town Hall: Heartfelt Testimonies Spark Demand for Better Maternal Services

By Nigeria Health Watch | April 3, 2025

For many women in Kura, pregnancy and childbirth remain a dangerous journey. The lack of adequate maternal healthcare services has led to preventable tragedies, prompting urgent calls for action. At a recent town hall meeting held on February 19, 2025, at Kura’s Emir’s Palace, residents shared emotional testimonies that underscored the pressing need for improved […]

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From Nigeria to Kenya: Primary Health Systems Fail to Serve People with Disabilities

By Nigeria Health Watch | March 31, 2025

Elijah Olusegun and Kevin Mwanza (Lead Writers) Seidu Olumide’s experience at the Igando-Egan Primary Health Centre (PHC) in Lagos was hindered by a significant communication barrier. As someone who requires sign language, he often found unavailable, forcing him to rely on his son as an interpreter during his previous visit in November. In Kenya, Hamphrey […]

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Five Cowries Art Programme Graduates 85 Adolescents in Reproductive Health Awareness

By Nigeria Health Watch | March 27, 2025

In many communities, myths and misconceptions about reproductive health persist, leaving young girls uninformed and vulnerable. But in Kano State, 85 adolescent girls from Dala, Wudil, and Ghari Local Government Areas are breaking barriers through the Five Cowries initiative, using art and embroidery to foster open conversations about Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR). […]

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Why Increased Funding Is Not Enough to Reduce Nigeria’s Malnutrition Rates

By Nigeria Health Watch | March 26, 2025

Zubaida Baba Ibrahim and Hadiza Mohammed (Lead Writers) The Nigerian government has followed through on its promise and increased its budgetary provisions for nutrition programmes, with a significant 33.7% increase in the 2025 proposed budget, from N127.24 billion in 2024 to N170.01 billion in 2025, bringing the total approved amount to 243 billion Naira. However, […]

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A Youth Friendly Drop-In Centre is Staying Committed to HIV Prevention Amidst USAID Funding Cuts in Kenya

By Nigeria Health Watch | March 24, 2025

Sharon Atieno (Lead Writer) Nzioka Samuel, 23, wandered around the corridors of Makueni’s public hospital, searching for the HIV Testing Services (HTS) room. He was anxious but eager to know his status. When he found his way, contrary to his expectations, the HTS provider did not receive him warmly. After a brief discussion to understand […]

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