…of the National Cancer Control Programme at the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Uchechukwu Nwokwu, said meaningful progress would depend on stronger political commitment from African leaders. “As important as prevention is, what Africa needs most is for our leaders to demonstrate political will becau…

…of the disease.The ministry said it is working with the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), the Kaduna State Primary Health Care Board, development partners and healthcare facilities to strengthen disease surveillance, expand immunisation coverage…

…at the hospital. She thanked Governor Sanwo-Olu, LASHMA, LASUTH and the hospital’s Social Welfare Department for saving her life and that of her baby. Meanwhile, LASHMA disclosed that since LASHMA-AID became fully operational in March 2026, the emergency intervention scheme has saved 34 lives, comprising eight ILERA EK…

…by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). Represented by the Permanent Secretary, General Services Office, Dr. Adamu Ibrahim Kana, Akume said the Federal Government remained committed to initiatives a…

…at the National Drug Use Summit, jointly convened by the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime in Abuja on Wednesday. Speaking on the summit's theme, "Addressing Illicit Drug Use and Trafficking: A Call to National Actio…

…in the health ministry, under the watch of the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate, place innovation and technology at the centre of healthcare delivery in Nigeria.

…the Federal Capital Territory Nyesom Wike, and the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate, among other leading figures in Nigeria’s healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors. Speaking ahead of the conference, Chairman of the Central Planning Committee, Pharm. Chidi Dozie, said prepa…

The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Ali Pate, has inaugurated a Clinical Trial Centre at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital, Bauchi, to strengthen clinical research, innovation and evidence-based healthcare in Nigeria. According to a statement made available to PUNCH Onlin…

…nutrition. The 2025 Joint Health Sector Report by the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare shows rising cases of malaria among children under five, diarrhoea, pneumonia, and other vaccine-preventable diseases despite the availability of free vaccines. DEBORAH TOLU-KOLAWOLE writes When 20-month-old Batula stopp…

…State. The intervention, unveiled on Saturday by the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, is aimed at reducing maternal and neonatal mortality through the provision of medical equipment, ambulances, maternity kits and essential drugs to healthcare facilities across the state. Speaking during the ceremony, the…

…as the agency faulted recent reports arising from the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare's State of the Health of the Nation Report 2025, which listed Lagos as recording 10,430 new HIV infections, the highest in the country. Animashaun argued that the figure had been widely misunderstood. "The figure widely…

…He expressed appreciation to the President, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Pate, and the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Salako, for the confidence reposed in him. Ofili said reconciliation efforts initiated by the Federal Ministry of Health and Soc…

…Togo to bypass traditional distribution bottlenecks and execute rapid, contactless social welfare payouts directly to its citizens. Identity becomes digital infrastructure Perhaps one of the most significant changes in the new law is one most Nigerians will never see. The Act designates NIMC as Nigeria’s Root Certifica…

…Also speaking, Director of Food and Drug Services at the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, Mrs. Olufobi Yusuf Adeola, said food fortification remains critical to improving dietary quality and reducing the health burden associated with nutrient deficiencies. "When you fortify food, you improve its nutrition…

…stressed that meaningful democracy must translate into improved living standards and social welfare for citizens, insisting that pensions, healthcare and social protection are critical to ensuring dignity and economic security for millions of working Nigerians. The organisation called on President Bola Tinubu and state…

…recorded under the Ekiti governor in infrastructure development, economic growth, social welfare, and good governance. "The victory reflects the confidence and trust reposed in him by the people of Ekiti State," Aiyedatiwa stated. He expressed optimism that Oyebanji would build on his first-term achievements and furthe…

The federal government's action followed renewed Ebola outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, prompting concerns about the risk of cross-border transmission.

…Assistant Director, Information and Public Relations, Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, on Saturday in Abuja. According to Bako, Prof. Mohammed Pate, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, approved the disbursement of 50 per cent of the State Outbreak Investigation and Response Fund (S-OIR…

…what he described as a remarkable record of achievements in infrastructure development, social welfare, security, healthcare delivery and agricultural transformation across the state. Shagari gave the commendation while participating in a series of project commissioning and groundbreaking ceremonies led by Governor Ahm…

…focused on education, healthcare, infrastructure, agriculture, economic growth, and social welfare, has earned broad approval among civil servants, pensioners, youths, and vulnerable groups. His re-election bid has attracted endorsements from former governors Adeniyi Adebayo, Ayodele Fayose, Kayode Fayemi, and Segun On…

…on Judiciary to review the Child Rights Law immediately. He urged local government social welfare departments to adopt a more proactive approach to addressing child abuse cases across the state. Stay Ahead with Premium Times Follow us on Google News and never miss breaking stories, investigations, and in-depth reportin…