Tag: UNICEF

UNICEF laments diversion of malnourished children’s food in N’East

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), on Tuesday, raised an alarm over…

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Stakeholders seek media support towards successful polio campaign

As the Oyo State government steps up activities for its polio campaign,…

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Lagos advocates birth control law to address Nigeria’s out-of-school children crisis

The Lagos state government has called for the enactment of a birth…

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FG pledges commitment to household, immunisation surveys

The Federal Government says it is committed to the successful conduct of…

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Nigeria Receives new meningitis vaccine

Nigeria has become the first country to receive the new MenFive meningitis…

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WHO Africa, UNICEF, others poised to advance implementation of Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative

The workshop, held from 12 to 15 February 2024 in Nairobi, Kenya,…

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Cameroon kicks off malaria vaccine rollout

Cameroon yesterday, January 22,  launched the RTS,S malaria vaccine into its routine…

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UNICEF raises alarm over unprecedented diphtheria outbreak

 Urges urgent vaccination  In the midst of the most severe diphtheria outbreak…

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UNICEF relaunches SOMTEC to address women, children’s Issues

Oyo Gov. pledges support   The new Commissioner for Information and Orientation…

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Nigeria requires 3.9m toilets annually to stop open defecation: — UNICEF

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) says Nigeria will need to build…

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152 million babies born preterm in the last decade

Of every 10 babies born, 1 is preterm – and every 40…

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Over 600,000 children not immunized in Kano, Katsina, Jigawa – UNICEF

Kano leads with over 300,000 Children Linked to Diphtheria, Celebrospinal meningitis  outbreaks…

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Experts worry over decline in Covid-19 vaccination

As latest statistics put Lagos at just 27% of 18m targeted adults…

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Exclusive breastfeeding saves more children than other preventive interventions – Experts

Saves 13% child deaths Medical experts have said that exclusive breastfeeding has…

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How poor health seeking behaviour spur mortality rate in Nigeria

Under-five mortality remains high at 102% Only 49% of children delivered in…

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Why mothers must pay attention to child’s first 1000 days

Neonatal deaths responsible for nearly 40% of overall deaths of children under…

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New UNICEF report reveals 7.3m Nigerian women, girls undernourished

Highlights why Nigeria must invest in essential nutrition A new global report…

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International Day of Zero Tolerance for FGM: World may miss eradication target – UNFPA, UNICEF say

Amid report that no fewer than 4.3 million girls are at risk…

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World AIDS DAY: Inequalities blocking end of pandemic – UN

"Of the 38 million people living with HIV, 5.9 million people who…

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4 northern states yet to sign, adopt the Child Rights Act – UNICEF

The United Nations Children Fund (UNICEF) says four northern states, Kano, Adamawa,…

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UNICEF partners Nigeria to commence digitised birth registration from October

The United Nations Children Fund (UNICEF) in partnership with the Federal Government…

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Taraba vaccinates over 70,000 for Rotavirus, other child killer diseases

A total of 77,791 children in Bali local government area of Taraba…

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One newborn dies from neonatal tetanus every 15 mins – UNICEF

Nigeria among top countries with more cases The United Nations Children Fund,…

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Exclusive Breastfeeding: Nigeria can reduce under 5 child mortality by 13%  – UNICEF    

The United Nations Children Fund (UNICEF) says Nigeria stands a chance to…

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