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Reps Deputy Speaker Seeks Partnership with US Montefiore Centre to Transform Nigeria’s…
The Deputy Speaker of Nigeria's House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, has proposed a partnership with Montefiore Einstein Medical Centre, New York, United States to advance the country's healthcare services.…
FG Commissions 16 Infrastructure Projects at Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Sokoto
The Federal Government has commissioned 16 infrastructure projects at the Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Kware, in Sokoto State, as part of a nationwide initiative to strengthen tertiary healthcare under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s…
FG Reaffirms Commitment to Improved Eye Health Access Across Nigeria
The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing eye health outcomes across Nigeria, citing the need for strong leadership, strategic collaboration, and inclusive partnerships to achieve…
FG Commissions Five Healthcare Projects in Abeokuta to Boost Tertiary Care Nationwide
The Federal Government on Saturday commissioned five major infrastructure projects at the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Abeokuta, as part of efforts to enhance tertiary healthcare services across Nigeria.
The projects—executed under…
Nigeria Reaffirms Commitment to Universal Health Coverage, Prioritizes Domestic Health Financing
Nigeria has reiterated its commitment to strengthening domestic health financing as a cornerstone for achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC), according to the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako.…
Nigeria Unveils Scalable Innovations to Curb Maternal and Child Mortality at Global Summit
The Federal Government of Nigeria has unveiled a series of groundbreaking, scalable innovations aimed at reducing maternal, newborn, and child mortality, signaling a renewed commitment to improving health outcomes in the country.…
Doctors Must Remain at the Helm of Healthcare – Minister Salako
The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako, has reiterated the central role of medical doctors in Nigeria’s healthcare system, asserting that they must remain at the forefront of health service delivery…
FG Takes Over National Orthopaedic Hospital in Borno, Signs MoU with State Government
The Federal Government has officially taken over the National Orthopaedic Hospital, Azare in Borno State, following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Borno State Government.
The agreement was signed at the…
Nigeria to Push Key Health Reforms at 78th World Health Assembly
Nigeria will join global health leaders in Geneva next week for the 78th World Health Assembly (WHA78), as the country seeks to strengthen international partnerships and align its health sector reforms with global best practices.
Leading…
FG to Provide Free Eye Care Services Under New Health Initiative — Minister
The Federal Government has announced plans to provide fully subsidised eye care services to underserved communities across Nigeria as part of a renewed push to strengthen the country’s healthcare system.
Speaking at the Eyeball Summit…