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Analytical and opinion-led pieces that examine the policy, governance, and political economy shifts shaping health in Nigeria, Africa, and globally. This category features evidence-informed arguments and critical reflections that interrogate assumptions, clarify trade-offs, and point to practical reforms. The goal is to strengthen advocacy and decision making by linking ideas to real system constraints and opportunities.

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How Communities Connect Mothers to Skilled Care in The Gambia’s North Bank Region and Nigeria’s Jigawa State

Nov 02, 2026
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Less Waiting, Less Waste: Kaizen Institute Is Improving Pharmacy Services Across Kaduna PHCs

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The 2026 Future of Health Conference Should Make Innovation Count for Nigerians

Oct 29, 2026
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Nigeria Health Watch’s Future of Health Conference 2026 to Champion Scaling Health Innovations  for Impact

Oct 28, 2026
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Less Aid. Tougher Choices. What Lies Ahead for the Next Global Fund Executive Director?

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“No be for Naija, We Love Life”: Demystifying Depression in Nigeria

By Nigeria Health Watch | October 31, 2019

Editor’s Note: This week’s Thought Leadership piece comes from Dr. Mike Adeyemi Lawal, he is a physician with experience in Global health, operational research and advocacy. He demystifies the misconceptions that many Nigerians have about depression through a simple question and answer format and reminds us all that depression “no dey show for face.”  End […]

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The Breast Milk Substitute Code - Time for Implementation and Enforcement in Nigeria

By Nigeria Health Watch | October 24, 2019

Breast will always be bestThe importance of breastfeeding to improve the health and nutrition of infants and young children cannot be overemphasised. Breastfeeding gives children the healthiest start in life. It is sufficient and beneficial for nutrition in a baby’s first 6 months. Breast milk stimulates brain development and functions as an infant’s first vaccine. […]

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A case for an effective “Roof” over Primary Health Care in Nigeria

By Nigeria Health Watch | October 18, 2019

We were on a road trip to Jos, capital city of Plateau State, famous for having the most temperate climate in Nigeria. The ride had been smooth and uneventful, so nothing prepared us for the enchanting sight of rock and boulder formations flanking the road. The Riyom rocks delicately arranged one on top of the […]

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Vision First - Universal Eye Health for Universal Health Coverage in Nigeria

By Nigeria Health Watch | October 10, 2019

The value of vision in our daily living is tremendous. However, many of us tend to take our eyesight for granted, until we develop vision problems. Vision loss has a detrimental impact on the lives of those affected, as well as on their families, friends, and society. Whether sudden or gradual, loss of sight can […]

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59: Great Lofty Heights Unattained

By Nigeria Health Watch | October 1, 2019

Editor’s Note: As Nigeria celebrates its 59th year of Independence, Dr. Ifeanyi Nsofor reflects on Nigeria’s healthcare journey through the lens of an average 59-year-old Nigerian woman. Dr. Ifeanyi Nsofor is Director of Policy and Advocacy at Nigeria Health Watch, a 2019 Atlantic Fellow for Health Equity at George Washington University and a Senior New […]

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