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Trust Returns to Gurjiya PHC After Solar Battery Theft Resolution, Yet Accountability Concerns Persist

Jun 25, 2026
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How Antibiotic Abuse Fuel Deaths in Ghana: Pharmacies and street hawkers aid prescription disaster

Jun 25, 2026
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NACA, Global Fund and Partners to Convene National Close-Out Meeting on COVID-19 Response Mechanism Investments in Nigeria

Jun 24, 2026
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NHEA 2026 TO HONOUR HEALTHCARE ICONS AS NIGERIA’S PREMIER HEALTHCARE AWARDS RETURNS TO EKO HOTEL ON JUNE 26

Jun 23, 2026
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Beyond the Counter: How CareHub Is Linking Pharmacy Customers to Primary Health Care in Lagos

Jun 22, 2026
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A Healthcare System Ensures Health Coverage for Nigeria’s Almajiri Children

By Nigeria Health Watch | December 16, 2024

Chinonso Kenneth (Lead writer) In 2014, Mohammed Keana accompanied a group of colleagues from the London School of Health & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) who were engaged in a research programme in Gombe State to try out the street food in the state’s capital. What followed was profound and gave him a lifelong purpose. While waiting […]

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World UHC Day 2024: Nigeria’s Government Must Ensure Equitable Healthcare Access For Its Rural Dwellers

By Nigeria Health Watch | December 12, 2024

Damian Duruiheoma (Guest Writer) One of the key issues of national concern — which any government would be concerned about, is the alarming number of Nigerians who are currently unable to access healthcare. While many have relied on out-of-pocket spending to meet their health needs, some have been completely hampered by the country’s economic realities. According to […]

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Communities Find Hope Through Local Health Insurance Scheme in Rural Malawi

By Nigeria Health Watch | December 2, 2024

Rabson Kondowe (Lead Writer) When Ruth Kasau discovered she was expecting her first child in 2014, her initial joy was quickly turned to despair. She and her husband, both farmers, faced the daunting reality of unaffordable maternity care. Residing in Ndindi village in Dedza district, in central Malawi, about 30 kilometres from a free government […]

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Accelerating Pathways to Universal Health Coverage Strategies for 2030 Success: Insights from the 65th NCH

By Nigeria Health Watch | November 30, 2024

By Safiya Shuaibu Isa The 65th National Council on Health, held in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital, drew participation from diverse sectors that make up the backbone of Nigeria’s healthcare sector. The theme of the event was ‘Accelerating Pathways to Universal Health Coverage Strategies for 2030 Success’ was informed by three sub-themes: a. Health Workforce Development: Building […]

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Harnessing Digital Technology for Universal Health Coverage In Nigeria

By Nigeria Health Watch | November 20, 2024

Yasir Jamal Bakare (Lead Writer)Since its inception in December 2023, the New Strategic Health Vision has advanced steadily. This transformative plan is reshaping Nigeria’s healthcare system by extending beyond service delivery to unlocking the healthcare value chain through data-driven innovations and solutions, all with the goal of achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC). During the recent […]

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