Abuja, August 27, 2026 — The Federal Government has launched the Nigeria Alcohol Policy and its Multisectoral Implementation Plan (2026–2030), establishing a unified national framework to reduce alcohol-related harm while supporting responsible industrial development, job creation and economic growth.‎‎The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, stated this at the official...
Category: Heath Matters
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Fixing Nigerian Healthcare: Salako’s Call for Trust and Excellence
Abuja. Wednesday, 26 August 2026:‎The Honourable Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako, has called on Nigerian doctors and other health professionals to strengthen professional discipline, accountability, ethical conduct and collaboration as essential pillars for transforming Nigeria’s health system.‎‎Dr. Salako made the call while delivering the Guest of Honour Address...
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FMOHSW, ICPC Deepen Partnership to Protect Health Investments, Tackle Corruption
Pate: Every Naira Invested in Health Must Deliver Value to Nigerians‎‎Abuja, August 17, 2026 — The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate and the Chairman, Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu,has jointly inaugurated a Joint Task Team of the Federal Ministry of Health and...
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Nigeria, China Deepen Health Partnership on Medical Technology, AI, Local Manufacturing
‎ •Tranalate the Opportunity into Practical Partnerships and Sustainable Health Sector Investments: Salako Charges China-HOSPEQ 2026,Participants. ‎ ‎ August 14, 2026 — The Federal Government of Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening strategic health cooperation with China, particularly in medical technology, hospital development, diagnostics, digital health, artificial intelligence, health workforce development and local manufacturing....
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Prof. Nnodu Unveils Roadmap to Success for Emerging Clinical Researchers and Institutions
‎‎By Prosper Okoye‎The growing burden of non-communicable diseases and shortage of well-trained investigators have made it increasingly urgent to mentor and train the next generation of clinical researchers in West Africa, Professor Obiageli Nnodu, Director of Research and Grants at the West African College of Physicians, has warned.‎Speaking Monday at a two-day Research Capacity Building...
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FG Announces Drop in Malaria Prevalence to 15%, Moves to Scale Up Chemoprevention for Infants
The Federal Government of Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to accelerating malaria elimination across the nation, announcing plans to advance policy measures for the large-scale rollout of Perennial Malaria Chemoprevention (PMC). Speaking at the PMC Dissemination Meeting held on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, in Abuja, the Honourable Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare,...
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Health Sector Must Break Barriers Limiting Women, Gender Advocate Tells Stakeholders
Stakeholders in Nigeria’s health sector have been urged to take deliberate steps towards creating more inclusive workplaces by promoting gender equality, strengthening women’s leadership and implementing policies that support work-life balance. The call was made by gender advocate and Executive Director of H-Termar International Training and Consult Associates, Mrs Olaide Oyerinde Ajiboye, during the 22nd...
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Kwara Medical and Health Workers Union of Nigeria sets to host 22nd North Central Zonal meeting in Ilorin as 2 personalities will receive award
Kwara State Council, Medical and Health Workers Union of Nigeria is set to host the 22nd edition of the North Central Zonal meeting billed for the 14th-16th July, 2026 in Ilorin. The meeting is expected to be delivered open by the Executive Governor of Kwara State, Mallam Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq is the special guest of honour...
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VCN Staff to Receive More Training as Registrar Pushes Productivity Agenda.
The Veterinary Council of Nigeria (VCN) has concluded its three-day training on Public Procurement Processes and Procedures for Management Staff, with the Acting Registrar, Dr. Fadipe Oladotun, assuring staff of more capacity development programmes aimed at enhancing productivity and improving service delivery. Speaking at the closing ceremony, Dr. Fadipe commended participants for their commitment throughout...
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FG Boosts Sickle Cell Diagnosis and Treatment to Close Survival Gap
​Action Reinforces Tinubu’s Vision for an Equitable, Resilient Health System ABUJA, NIGERIA — The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to providing equitable, high-quality sickle cell care for all Nigerians, regardless of their location or socioeconomic status. Speaking at the 2026 World Sickle Cell Day Press Briefing in Abuja, the Coordinating Minister of Health and...