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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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Beyond Genotype Awareness: Nigeria Must Build a Sickle Cell Response That Serves Warriors

Jun 20, 2026
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Three Months After Speaking Out, Indabo Residents Still Await Improved PHC Services

Jun 18, 2026
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Nigeria Cannot Prevent the Next Outbreak if It Cannot Diagnose It

Jun 17, 2026
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Curated Conversations: Moji Makanjuola on Building Public Trust Through Health Journalism

Jun 16, 2026
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Beyond Awareness: Why Nigeria Must Fund a Period-Friendly Future

Jun 11, 2026
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Strengthening Lassa Fever Vaccine Research and Trial Capacity in West Africa

By Nigeria Health Watch | August 13, 2025

Ibukun Oguntola and Oluomachukwu Omeje (Lead writers) In West Africa, Lassa fever remains a persistent and recurring health threat, causing hundreds of deaths each year and underscoring urgent need for sustained investment in research and vaccine manufacturing capacity. In the first five months of 2025 alone, Nigeria reported over 717 confirmed cases and 138 deaths, […]

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Nigeria’s Fight Against AMR: Why Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Matter

By Nigeria Health Watch | August 10, 2025

Zubaida Baba Ibrahim and Yasir Jamal Bakare (Lead writers) An act as small as washing hands with soap and water, can stop microbes from travelling farther than we imagine. This was evident and encouraged during the COVID-19 pandemic, when this simple habit became a major frontline defence, helping to slow the spread of a virus […]

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Local Voices Driving Trust and Demand for Polio Vaccines in Bauchi and Kebbi States

By Nigeria Health Watch | August 8, 2025

Solomon Yemi Oladimeji (Lead writer) In Northern Nigeria, where health systems often come face to face with socio-cultural beliefs, change does not arrive in white coats or government-issued badges. It comes in sandals, sits on prayer mats, and speaks the local language. April 2025 was not just another month in Nigeria’s long battle against polio; […]

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Breastfeeding Week 2025: Empowering African Women by Integrating HIV Prevention into the First Bonds of Life

By Nigeria Health Watch | August 6, 2025

Prudence Nonkululeko Ngwenya and Toyin Saraki (Guest writers) During the recently commemorated Pan-African Women’s Day (PAWD), we were reminded of the enduring legacy, resilience, and leadership of African women. However, as we celebrated, we also confronted a lingering truth: far too many pregnant and breastfeeding women in Africa are still left behind in HIV prevention […]

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The UHC Gap: Where Are Older Citizens in Health Sector Reforms?

By Nigeria Health Watch | August 2, 2025

In July 2025, Nigeria mourned the passing of several distinguished figures. Among them were former President Muhammadu Buhari, 82; the revered Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Adetona, 91; and celebrated former Super Eagles coach, Monday Sinclair, 88. What united their passing was not just their national significance, but that they lived well into their 80s […]

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