25 million Nigerians risk severe hunger in 2023- UNICEF
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has said that some 25 million Nigerians are at risk of “severe hunger” in 2023. In a statement, UNICEF...
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Borno earmarks over N8bn for water, sanitation facilities
General Manager Borno State Environmental Protection Agency BOSEPA Abubakar Suleiman demonstrating hand wash with a pupil at an event to commemorate world Toilet day in...
NGF advocates more funding for basic health care
The Nigeria Governors’ Forum, has advocated increased funding from one percent to three per ent for basic health care provision to achieve Universal Health Coverage...
WHO suspends two-dose vaccine for Cholera
The World health Organisation WHO, has suspended its two-dose vaccine regime for the treatment of cholera. In a statement, WHO says it was constrained and...
UNICEF applauds Nigeria on hand hygiene
The United Nations Children’s Fund, UNICEF in partnership with the USAID Breakthrough Action, says Nigeria is on the right path to achieving the Universal Hygiene...
Global leaders call for action against climate, conflict
World leaders are calling for urgent action to reverse cuts to vital health services for women, children and adolescents, caused by COVID-19, conflict and climate...
Taraba begins campaign for Maternal/Neonatal Tetanus elimination
Taraba State Primary Health Care Development Agency with support from UNICEF has commenced the Maternal Neonatal Tetanus Elimination, MNTE campaign in four local government areas...
Nigeria records 55% decrease in children without immunisation
UNICEF Chief of Measurement for result, Mr Cleas Johason interpreting the data from the health survey. Photo: Nancy Anikaezie Nigeria has recorded a 55% decrease...