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Health

December 19, 2025

Edo deputy gov. directs upgrade of rural primary healthcare centres

Mr Idahosa reaffirmed that health remained a central pillar of the SHINE agenda of Governor Monday Okpebholo’s administration.

DENNIS IDAHOSA
December 19, 2025

UNICEF, Taraba govt. award contract to revamp 11 primary healthcare centres

The chief of UNICEF, Bauchi field office, Nuzhat Rafique, urged the contractors to carry out their assignments with honesty, dedication, and professionalism.

Taraba governor, Agbu Kefas
December 19, 2025

Lassa Fever: Nigeria recorded 1,069 confirmed cases, 195 deaths in 2025, says NCDC

The agency noted that the CFR of 18.2 per cent in 2025 was higher than the 16.5 per cent recorded during the same period in 2024.

Lassa fever
December 19, 2025

Osun govt seeks more HIV/AIDS awareness among youths

The Osun government called for more awareness among adolescents about the spread and prevention of HIV and AIDS.

Youths in Abuja queue for PVCs
December 18, 2025

Africa recorded improved control of Ebola, mpox, cholera outbreaks in 2025: Official

Mr Boum said that despite the progress, Africa continued to face serious health threats, particularly from cholera, diphtheria, and viral haemorrhagic fevers.

The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention
December 18, 2025

NICRAT to integrate cancer screening into family planning services in Kebbi

Ms Ahmad said this aims to strengthen access to early cancer detection by leveraging the wide reach of family planning services at the primary healthcare level.

Cancer
December 18, 2025

Mothers urged to embrace exclusive breastfeeding to reduce cancer risk

Ms Shuti said exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months could reduce the risk of breast and ovarian cancer in women.

Breastfeeding mother
December 18, 2025

Gombe inoculates 50,000 dogs against rabies

The exercise is part of a comprehensive campaign to eradicate rabies by 2030.

December 18, 2025

Gov Lawal orders upgrade of Dansadau primary healthcare centre

He stated that the expansion of the PHC would enhance service delivery.

Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal
December 18, 2025

NAFDAC destroys substandard products worth N10 billion in Kano

She said the exercise marked a major milestone in Nigeria’s commitment to safeguarding public health.