UNICEF laments diversion of malnourished children’s food in N’East
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), on Tuesday, raised an alarm over…
Stakeholders seek media support towards successful polio campaign
As the Oyo State government steps up activities for its polio campaign,…
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…
FG pledges commitment to household, immunisation surveys
The Federal Government says it is committed to the successful conduct of…
Nigeria Receives new meningitis vaccine
Nigeria has become the first country to receive the new MenFive meningitis…
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,…
Cameroon kicks off malaria vaccine rollout
Cameroon yesterday, January 22, launched the RTS,S malaria vaccine into its routine…
UNICEF raises alarm over unprecedented diphtheria outbreak
Urges urgent vaccination In the midst of the most severe diphtheria outbreak…
UNICEF relaunches SOMTEC to address women, children’s Issues
Oyo Gov. pledges support The new Commissioner for Information and Orientation…
Nigeria requires 3.9m toilets annually to stop open defecation: — UNICEF
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) says Nigeria will need to build…
How supplements, good nutrition could reduce Nigeria’s maternal, infant mortality burden – Experts
The neonatal ward at the Paediatric section of the Mother and Child…
152 million babies born preterm in the last decade
Of every 10 babies born, 1 is preterm – and every 40…
Over 600,000 children not immunized in Kano, Katsina, Jigawa – UNICEF
Kano leads with over 300,000 Children Linked to Diphtheria, Celebrospinal meningitis outbreaks…
Experts worry over decline in Covid-19 vaccination
As latest statistics put Lagos at just 27% of 18m targeted adults…
Exclusive breastfeeding saves more children than other preventive interventions – Experts
Saves 13% child deaths Medical experts have said that exclusive breastfeeding has…
How poor health seeking behaviour spur mortality rate in Nigeria
Under-five mortality remains high at 102% Only 49% of children delivered in…
Why mothers must pay attention to child’s first 1000 days
Neonatal deaths responsible for nearly 40% of overall deaths of children under…
New UNICEF report reveals 7.3m Nigerian women, girls undernourished
Highlights why Nigeria must invest in essential nutrition A new global report…
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…
World AIDS DAY: Inequalities blocking end of pandemic – UN
"Of the 38 million people living with HIV, 5.9 million people who…
4 northern states yet to sign, adopt the Child Rights Act – UNICEF
The United Nations Children Fund (UNICEF) says four northern states, Kano, Adamawa,…
UNICEF partners Nigeria to commence digitised birth registration from October
The United Nations Children Fund (UNICEF) in partnership with the Federal Government…
Taraba vaccinates over 70,000 for Rotavirus, other child killer diseases
A total of 77,791 children in Bali local government area of Taraba…
One newborn dies from neonatal tetanus every 15 mins – UNICEF
Nigeria among top countries with more cases The United Nations Children Fund,…
Exclusive Breastfeeding: Nigeria can reduce under 5 child mortality by 13% – UNICEF
The United Nations Children Fund (UNICEF) says Nigeria stands a chance to…
