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WHO warns immunisation gaps leave Nigerian children vulnerable to disease
Mr Ursu said Nigeria continued to face challenges in containing vaccine-preventable diseases, including measles and circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus, despite support from international partners. The post WHO warns immunisation gaps leave Nigerian children vulnerable to…
FG seeks arrest of suspect in attack on FMC Abeokuta worker
“No grief, frustration or dissatisfaction with care can justify violence against a health worker performing his lawful duties.” The post FG seeks arrest of suspect in attack on FMC Abeokuta worker appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
AMR: Livestock uses more antibiotics than human health sector – Pate
Mr Pate said antimicrobial resistance could move between humans, animals and the environment, emphasising the need for collaboration across sectors. The post AMR: Livestock uses more antibiotics than human health sector – Pate appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
AMR: Nigeria admits gaps in tracking drug-resistant infections
Mr Pate said Nigeria had evidence of antimicrobial resistance in hospitals, but surveillance gaps made it hard to produce accurate national estimates. The post AMR: Nigeria admits gaps in tracking drug-resistant infections appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Fibroids: Treat women, not just fibroids — Ajayi
…Centre marks HIFU milestone, calls for wider access to non-invasive care By Sola Ogundipe Medical doctors must look beyond treating fibroids to address the physical, psychological, social and reproductive challenges women face, the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Fibroid…
FG to invest $3bn into health sector by 2030
Mr Pate said the planned investment was part of a transition arrangement under which both countries would work towards Nigeria fully financing its health sector by 2030. The post FG to invest $3bn into health sector by 2030 appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Borno employs 2,000 health workers in two years – Official
Mr Kaza said the recruitment of doctors, nurses and other health professionals had helped to reduce staffing gaps in Borno State’s healthcare system. The post Borno employs 2,000 health workers in two years – Official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Months after PREMIUM TIMES report, work begins on health facilities in Lagos flood-prone communities
Videos and photographs shared with PREMIUM TIMES show workers at the facility, along with construction equipment, including a concrete mixer and a drilling machine, on site. The post Months after PREMIUM TIMES report, work begins on health facilities in Lagos flood-prone…
Kwara public hospitals introduce digital medical records
The initiative, being implemented through KW-HMB under the HOPE-PHC Project, will see healthcare workers begin training on the system in November. The post Kwara public hospitals introduce digital medical records appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The Retreat Hospital: Survivors share mental health recovery stories, tackle stigma
…Listen to those with lived experience – Dr Olufemi OlutayoBy Chioma Obinna Powerful stories of addiction, relapse, workplace discrimination and recovery took centre stage at The Retreat Healthcare Facility, Ikorodu, as mental health survivors called for greater understanding,…
Invest in young pharmacists, support local drug makers – Okoli urges FG
…As Emzor moves into API productionBy Chioma Obinna Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Emzor Pharmaceutical Industries Limited, Dr Stella Okoli, has urged the Federal Government to increase support for local pharmaceutical manufacturers and invest in young pharmacists to…
Vanguard summit: Mental health neglect threatens Nigeria’s stability – Sheikh
…Charges FG to enforce 2021 Act, expand services By Sola Ogundipe Nigeria’s neglect of mental health is threatening social stability, weakening public trust and deepening despair among young people struggling with insecurity, and diminishing their confidence in the future,…
Vanguard Mental Health Summit: Distracted driving, social media threaten road safety, mental health – FRSC
… Urges youth-friendly mental health services, stronger online safeguardsBy Chioma Obinna The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has warned that social media distractions, emotional distress and excessive digital engagement could undermine road safety and young people’s mental…
1 in 6 Nigerian youths faces mental health challenge, experts warn
… As YEDI, Grassroot Soccer take mental health awareness to Mushin communityBy Chioma Obinna Concerned by the growing burden of mental health challenges among young people and widespread misconceptions surrounding the condition, health experts have called for early help-seeking,…
Give mental health patients a say in decisions – WHO
By Sola Ogundipe As Nigeria joins the rest of the world to mark World Mental Health Day 2026, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has called on governments and health systems to move beyond listening to people with mental health conditions and give them a meaningful role in…
Lagos students use art to open new conversations on mental health
The students participated in sessions on public health and art, mental health and resilience, creative expression and art for social change. The post Lagos students use art to open new conversations on mental health appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
PT Health Watch: Why some pregnant women develop gestational diabetes
Gestational diabetes can affect pregnancy outcomes and increase health risks for both the mother and baby. The post PT Health Watch: Why some pregnant women develop gestational diabetes appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
NAFDAC finds toxic pesticides in beans, seizes N800m banned chemical
“NAFDAC is not against the responsible use of pesticides. Rather, the agency seeks to ensure that pesticides sold or used in Nigeria are safe" The post NAFDAC finds toxic pesticides in beans, seizes N800m banned chemical appeared first on Vanguard News.
Toxic pesticides in food: NAFDAC warns of health risks, seizes ₦800m banned chemicals
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, (NAFDAC), has warned that the continued circulation and misuse of banned pesticides in Nigeria pose serious threats to public health, raising concerns over the detection of pesticide residues above permitted…
FG Targets 25,000 Free Cataract Surgeries by 2027
By Chidinma Chukwu, Abuja The Federal Government has announced plans to perform 25,000 free cataract surgeries across the country by the end of 2027 as part of efforts to reduce avoidable blindness and expand access to quality eye care. The Minister of State for Health and…
World Sight Day: FG activates 1,400 PHCs for eye care
By Chidinma Chukwu, Abuja ABUJA — The Federal Government has activated more than 1,400 primary healthcare centres, PHCs, across the country to provide primary eye care services as part of efforts to expand access to quality eye care and reduce avoidable blindness. The Minister…
Mental health: Nigeria’s action gap comes under scrutiny
…..As Vanguard summit holds today By Sola Ogundipe Nigeria’s response to the mental health challenges facing its young people comes under fresh scrutiny today as policymakers, psychiatrists, health professionals, security and correctional authorities, regulators, media and other…
9.5m children received no routine vaccine in 57 countries in 2025 – Gavi
Gavi defines zero-dose children as infants who have not received the first dose of a diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis-containing vaccine by the end of their first year. The post 9.5m children received no routine vaccine in 57 countries in 2025 – Gavi appeared first on Premium…
Mental health experts demand urgent action on Nigeria’s youth crisis
….As 4th Vanguard summit opens Friday By Sola Ogundipe Nigeria’s youth mental health crisis will come under sharp scrutiny as leading psychiatrists, public health experts and advocates press for stronger action on substance use, suicide, social isolation and the growing mental…