Health & Wellness
Federal Government Secures $65 Million Pledges to Reduce Maternal, Newborn Deaths
The Nigerian government has secured over $65 million in pledges from private firms to combat preventable maternal and newborn deaths.
Health & Wellness
Nigeria’s Health Sector Set to Embrace Innovation at NGF-GCNg Forum
The Nigeria Governors' Forum (NGF) and Grand Challenges Nigeria (GCNg) are set to host a Health Innovation Exchange in Abuja. Eight local health innovations will be showcased.
Health & Wellness
Google Supports AI Initiative to Reduce Maternal Mortality in Nigeria
Google has announced its support for an AI-driven initiative aimed at reducing maternal deaths in Nigeria, with a focus on reaching 1.9 million pregnant women.
Health & Wellness
Neonatal Deaths on the Rise in Nigeria: 41 Deaths Per 1,000 Births
A recent report by Galaxy Television reveals a concerning increase in neonatal deaths in Nigeria.
Health & Wellness
NHIA Aids 90,000 Women in Emergency Childbirth Care in 18 Months, Official Confirms
The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has reportedly provided emergency childbirth care for 90,000 women across Nigeria in the past 18 months.
Health & Wellness
Israel Provides Training for Nigerian Health Workers in Maternal Emergencies
The Voice of Nigeria reports that Israeli health professionals are currently training Nigerian counterparts on the management of maternal emergencies.
Nigeria
OAU Researcher Secures $5 Million Grant to Reduce Maternal Deaths in Nigeria
A researcher at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) has secured a $5 million grant to develop a solution aimed at reducing maternal deaths in Nigeria.
Health & Wellness
Optimus Bank Launches Blood Drive for Maternal and Emergency Healthcare
Optimus Bank has launched a blood drive in Lagos to support critical healthcare needs, aiming to address the country's blood supply gap.
