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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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Another Office or a Stronger System? The Institutional Test for Nigeria’s Digital Health Agenda

Jul 22, 2026
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Turning Livestock Waste into Fertiliser: Can a Kaduna Enterprise Cut Farm Costs and Support Better Nutrition?

Jul 20, 2026
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‘Where Does My Donated Blood Go?’ Tracing the Life-Saving Journey from Donor to Patient

Jul 19, 2026
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NIGERIA HEALTH WATCH LAUNCHES THE NIGERIA HEALTH WATCHERS NETWORK

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How a Philanthropic Donation Expanded Samaru PHC and Improved Access to Quality Care

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Kano’s Public Health Security Bill Sets a Model for Nigeria’s Other States

By Nigeria Health Watch | January 22, 2025

Ibukun Oguntola (Lead Writer) In a landmark step reported on January 19, 2025, the Public Health Security Bill was signed into law by the Kano State Governor, His Excellency Abba Kabir Yusuf. The bill, which serves as a framework for public health surveillance, emergency management, and the protection of healthcare workers, is Nigeria’s first subnational […]

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A Closer Look at The Human Cost of Contraceptive Shortages in Edo State

By Nigeria Health Watch | January 19, 2025

Usman Aliyu (Guest Writer) Access to family planning services has become a struggle for many couples in Edo State. For the Isibors, the consequences of this shortage were devastating. After having three children, the couple agreed to take a break due to the economic strain of raising a family. However, when Mrs Isibor visited the […]

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Breaking Down Myths and Harmful C-Section Stigma To Save Mothers Lives

By Nigeria Health Watch | January 15, 2025

Victor Eyike (Guest Writer) When Sandra Madu returned to her father-in-law’s home a week after giving birth, she felt a swirl of emotions about the welcome she received. The disapproving glances and sharp gazes from the elders in the living room echoed the long-standing, yet unjust, beliefs surrounding her method of delivery which involved a […]

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Harnessing The Private Sector’s Power to Revitalise Primary Healthcare in Nigeria

By Nigeria Health Watch | January 8, 2025

Ibironke Dada, Uzodinma Osisiogu, and Njide Ndili (Guest Writers) Nigeria’s private healthcare sector can help rehabilitate the country’s dysfunctional primary healthcare centres (PHCs) — as the Access to Finance Scheme developed by PharmAccess has shown. PHCs are meant to be the initial entry point of care for individuals, families, and communities. However, in Nigeria, this system has […]

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Shaping a Healthier Future for Nigeria in 2025

By Nigeria Health Watch | January 2, 2025

Vivianne Ihekweazu (Lead writer) 2025 makes it 17 years since we published our first editorial reflecting on issues relating to health and our health sector in Nigeria! We thank all of you for reading. Without you, there would be no need for Nigeria Health Watch. If asked about the top health news story in Nigeria’s […]

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