Mr Aina spoke on Tuesday in Abuja at the agency’s first quarter 2026 media briefing, where he reviewed progress under the ongoing primary healthcare reforms.
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The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has confirmed a fresh COVID-19 case in Cross River State, involving a 53-year-old Chinese national. The agency stated on Tuesday that it is working closely with state authorities to manage the development. NCDC officials noted they are aware of the situation and intend to release a […]
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The CEO of Bon Bread, Maria Umeagwukadilo, has strongly defended the safety of the company’s products.
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It is also expected to mobilise up to $12.5 billion in World Bank financing, $17.8 billion from partners, and $21.4 billion in domestic resources to scale high-impact health and nutrition interventions
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R-Jolad Hospital has expanded its renal care offering with the launch of an advanced dialysis centre at its Gbagada facility in Lagos, a move aimed at improving access to treatment for patients with chronic kidney disease amid persistent gaps in specialist care across Nigeria. The centre, which begins operations on April 20, adds to the […]
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Three lives, three different journeys, one shared struggle
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An analysis of the documents by PREMIUM TIMES indicates that disagreements had been building over several days, with members raising concerns about governance processes and internal decision-making
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Her death has since raised questions about post-delivery monitoring and the availability of intensive care services in facilities managing high-risk pregnancies
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…As delays, partial disbursements slow the implementation of capital projects
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The removal took place on Saturday in Lagos during an Emergency General Meeting of the association.
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