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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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In Kano, Arts and Craft Sessions Are Improving Menstrual Health for Women and Girls

Jul 24, 2026
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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

Jul 17, 2026
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The Legislature’s Power in Boosting Nutrition and Food Security in Nigeria

By Nigeria Health Watch | June 3, 2024

Tzar Oluigbo [Lead Writer] In May 2024, the House of Representatives Committee on Nutrition and Food Security organised a retreat with relevant stakeholders. The aim was to reach a consensus on the legislative agenda for Nutrition and Food Security in the 10th Assembly and to develop a comprehensive work plan to drive progress in these […]

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Menstrual Hygiene Day 2024: Reducing Menstruation Stigma in Nigeria

By Nigeria Health Watch | May 31, 2024

Precious Ajayi and Tzar Oluigbo [Lead Writers] This year’s 10th Menstrual Hygiene Day, with the theme #PeriodFriendlyWorld, calls on everyone to reflect on the urgent need for cultural change about periods, especially in Nigeria. Period poverty is a serious issue that continues to impact millions of women and girls worldwide. It has also expressed itself […]

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State of the World Population Report 2024: Breaking Down Barriers to Inclusive Sexual & Reproductive Health Services

By Nigeria Health Watch | May 25, 2024

Safiya Shuaibu Isa [Lead Writer] The 1994 International Conference of Population and Development in Cairo, Egypt prioritised Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR) for women and girls, highlighting its relevance to individual rights. Thirty years later, while great progress has been made, expanded access to SRHR services has not progressed at the required pace and […]

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Mental Health Concerns for Orphaned Girls in Niger State: Who Protects their Welfare and Rights?

By Nigeria Health Watch | May 22, 2024

Many Nigerians were surprised by Barrister Abdulmalik Sarkindaji’s controversial attempt to marry off 100 orphaned girls in Niger State, all of whom lost their parents in banditry attacks in the Mariga Local Government Area. Beyond the legal and ethical dimension of this plan, there are significant concerns regarding the mental health implications for these girls. […]

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Two Years After: Opportunities for Improving the Implementation of the NHIA Act

By Nigeria Health Watch | May 18, 2024

Toluwani Oluwatola (Guest Writer) Nigeria’s quest for Universal Health Coverage (UHC) took a significant step forward on the 19th May, 2022, when former President Mohammadu Buhari signed the National Health Insurance Authority Act into law. This milestone was followed by the flurry of events, dialogue sessions and opinion editorials discussing how this new act would […]

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