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A weekly roundup of the most important health stories in Nigeria, alongside key global developments that influence national policy, financing, and service delivery. We highlight what happened, what it means, and what to watch next, with a focus on implications for the health system and population outcomes. This feature is part of our A Week in Health newsletter, sent every Friday. If you do not receive it, you can subscribe to stay updated.

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The Bundibugyo Ebola Outbreak Shows Why Preparedness Cannot Wait

May 25, 2026
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Beyond Emergency Response: Strengthening Nigeria’s Health Communication Infrastructure

May 23, 2026
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Drug Shortage at Jere PHC in Kaduna Leaves Patients with Chronic Illnesses Without Medication

May 22, 2026
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Lessons from the 2026 HFN Conference on Innovation, Financing and Universal Health Coverage

May 20, 2026
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Community-Owned Hand-Pump Wells Are Bringing Safer Water Closer to Villages in Rural Kaduna

May 18, 2026
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Top Ten News Items on Health, 28 June 2024

By | June 28, 2024

FG Declares Health Emergency Over Cholera Outbreak. Why Nigeria is yet to commence vaccine production – Minister. Out of pocket high cost of care hits public hospitals uninsured patients. FG approves N12.9bn basic health care provision fund. Maternal Deaths: 950,000 women at risk in Zamfara – Commissioner. Nigeria Recorded 75,000 New HIV Infections In 2023 […]

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Top Ten News Items on Health, 21 June 2024

By | June 21, 2024

Cholera outbreak: NCDC may declare emergency – DG. Air pollution, second leading risk factor for premature death – Report. Cervical Cancer: 7m Nigerian Girls Vaccinated In 2 Weeks — GAVI. Nigerians struggle as high drug prices fuel health crisis. Nigeria’s TB funding gap, a ticking time bomb, says report. Declare marriage between sickle cell carriers […]

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Top Ten News Items on Health, 14 June 2024

By | June 14, 2024

NCDC reports 30 deaths,1,141 cholera cases, warns imminent nationwide outbreaks. Obstetrics Expert Seeks Social Insurance Scheme to Combat Maternal Mortality. UNICEF calls for social protection bill to safeguard children, families. Cervical Cancer Vaccination Launched For Nigerian Girls. FCT initiates free medical outreach to promote maternal, infant health. Disease Outbreaks: Nigeria, Niger Step Up Response, Surveillance. […]

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Top Ten News Items on Health, 7 June 2024

By | June 7, 2024

IMMUNISATION: Nigeria accounts for 2.2m unvaccinated children in West Africa — PAN. Malnourished children surge in northern Nigeria MSF cries out. Nigerian govt, UNICEF collaborating to provide 2 PHCs per ward – Official. Ondo govt expresses commitment to allocate more fund for family planning. Break free from pollution, protect earth’s vital ecosystem, biodiversity, UN urges. PSN […]

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Top Ten News Items on Health, 31 May 2024

By | June 1, 2024

FG Moves to Improve Procurement Practices in Health Sector. NCDC Unveils Genomics Consortium Amidst Discovery Of Heavy Metal Poisoning In Sokoto Deaths. Revolutionising Healthcare Delivery in Nigeria: Strategies for Enhancing Healthcare Affordability, Accessibility, and Standards. UNICEF hands over first solar medical oxygen plant to Oyo. Blood Tests Could Flag Up Risk Of 19 Types Of […]

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