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Building peace starts with strong communities and resilient systems.As Borno State advances into a new phase of the Born...
20/08/2026

Building peace starts with strong communities and resilient systems.

As Borno State advances into a new phase of the Borno Model, stakeholders at the Fourth Steering Committee and Project Board Meeting of the Peacebuilding Fund (PBF)/Borno Model reaffirmed their commitment to peacebuilding, recovery, and sustainable development.

The WHO Representative joined UN agencies, government counterparts, donors, and partners in Maiduguri to discuss how coordinated action, integrated service delivery, local ownership, and strong partnerships can help address the challenges of conflict, displacement, and recovery.

WHO remains dedicated to strengthening health systems, expanding access to essential health services, and contributing to lasting peace and development for communities across North-East Nigeria.

Every mother and newborn in Nigeria deserves a safe pregnancy, a safe delivery, and a healthy start to life. Yet too man...
20/08/2026

Every mother and newborn in Nigeria deserves a safe pregnancy, a safe delivery, and a healthy start to life. Yet too many lives are still lost to preventable complications especially in emergencies. Nigeria’s maternal mortality ratio remains high, underscoring the urgent need for stronger emergency care.

In advancing PHC through integrated service delivery, WHO, in partnership with the , the , and State Ministries of Health, is strengthening emergency maternal and newborn care across Taraba, Edo, and Enugu States.

Frontline health workers are being trained in Basic and Comprehensive Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care (BEmONC/CEmONC) equipping them with lifesaving skills to manage complications, stabilize mothers and newborns, and improve referral systems.

Impact so far:
• 75 frontline health workers trained
• 12 health facilities supported
• Improved emergency response capacity across three states

This work is already making a difference.
More confident health workers. Stronger facilities. Safer deliveries. Healthier families.

“The knowledge gained will significantly improve our work and contribute to better maternal and newborn outcomes.”

— Dr. Evbomemen Solomon, Medical Officer

This partnership is helping reduce preventable maternal and newborn deaths and advancing Nigeria’s progress toward Health for All.

🔗 Learn more about WHO’s work to strengthen maternal and newborn care: afro.who.int/countries/nigeria


On , the WHO Representative joined Mohammed Fall, UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator, and fellow UN agency leader...
20/08/2026

On , the WHO Representative joined Mohammed Fall, UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator, and fellow UN agency leaders on a high-level mission across Maiduguri to recognize the dedication of humanitarian workers and assess critical lifesaving interventions in Borno State.

The mission featured:

✅ Lowering of UN flags to half-mast in honour of fallen humanitarian workers
✅ Visit to Save the Children Stabilization Centre, Molai General Hospital
✅ Visit to the MSF-supported treatment centre in Ngarannam/Bolori axis
✅ Visit to FRAD Stabilization Centre
✅ Joint press conference on humanitarian response efforts
✅ Visit to the National Polio Laboratory

The mission underscored the collective efforts of government, UN agencies, NGOs, and health workers who continue to deliver essential services under challenging circumstances while advancing health, nutrition, and protection for affected communities.

Together, we honour humanitarian workers and renew our commitment to saving lives and restoring hope.

Protect your baby from measles with 2 doses of the measles vaccine.✅First dose: 9 months in countries where measles is c...
18/08/2026

Protect your baby from measles with 2 doses of the measles vaccine.

✅First dose: 9 months in countries where measles is common, or 12-15 months in other countries.
✅Second dose: later in childhood for full protection.

Remember: Babies can be vaccinated from 6 months of age during outbreaks or before travel to countries where measles is common.

Women in Kwara State have long faced serious risks in pregnancy, but important progress is underway. Communities, health...
17/08/2026

Women in Kwara State have long faced serious risks in pregnancy, but important progress is underway. Communities, health workers and leaders are joining efforts to close gaps in essential care and strengthen support for mothers and families. Progress grows when partnerships move together.

WHO Nigeria, CHAI and Jhpiego, working with the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare and the Kwara State Ministry of Health, are supporting Kwara to expand integrated health services for women and families. The Global Fund supports this work.

Nigeria’s maternal mortality ratio is 512 deaths per 100,000 live births. Only 63 percent of pregnant women receive antenatal care from a skilled provider. Mother to child transmission still drives 14 percent of new HIV infections. These numbers represent real families and real futures.

Through the “One Visit, Full Care” approach, women in priority LGAs can now receive SRHR, HIV, TB, malaria and NTD services in one place. This helps reduce missed diagnoses, saves time for families and strengthens trust in the health system.

During a technical briefing, Her Excellency, Prof. Olufolake Abdulrazaq, expressed her commitment to advancing integrated services in Kwara State. Her engagement supports stronger political will and community confidence, both essential for lasting health gains.

This model is expanding. Anambra, Ebonyi and Gombe are preparing to adopt integrated service delivery so more families can access the care they need.
Leant More: sfro.who.int/countries/nigeria

Reliable health information saves lives. Nigeria now has a single, trusted way to communicate it to every community.For ...
14/08/2026

Reliable health information saves lives. Nigeria now has a single, trusted way to communicate it to every community.

For years, health workers and families faced mixed messages that made it harder to make informed decisions. The , supported by , has validated the National Health Promotion and Communication Strategic Framework. It is Nigeria’s new guide for clear, coordinated, and evidence‑based health communication.

The Framework was shaped through a four‑day development workshop, a technical review, and a validation meeting with 50 stakeholders in Abuja. It brings Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights, Communicable Diseases, Non‑Communicable Diseases, and all national health programmes into one harmonized strategy.

This means clearer messages, stronger trust, and better health decisions. It strengthens how Nigeria reaches millions of people with reliable information—from clinics to communities. It also supports health workers with consistent guidance they can use every day.

, with funding from , is supporting the Government of Nigeria to improve how the country communicates for health.

Learn more: afro.who.int/counntries/nigeria

Every child with severe acute malnutrition deserves a fighting chance, and Nigeria has taken an important step forward f...
14/08/2026

Every child with severe acute malnutrition deserves a fighting chance, and Nigeria has taken an important step forward for child survival.
Nigeria has validated its revised National Guidelines on Inpatient Management of Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM) and the accompanying training modules. This update will help health workers provide timely, high quality care for children facing the highest risk of death from malnutrition.

Malnutrition remains a major contributor to child mortality in Nigeria, contributing to nearly 45% of deaths among children under five years of age. By weakening immunity, it increases children's vulnerability to severe illnesses such as pneumonia, diarrhoea, and malaria. Case fatality rates may be high even when hospital care is provided. Any medical condition occurring in the presence of SAM increases the risk of death and requires specialized inpatient care to treat complications.

Strengthened guidance can help change this reality. With appropriate case management during inpatient care as taught in these guidelines, and proper follow up during outpatient care, the lives of many children can be saved.

With support from WHO, Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, Irish Aid, , and national partners, experts reviewed and aligned the guidelines with the latest WHO recommendations and Nigeria’s programme experience. These improvements will help in managing complicated SAM cases, including infants under six months who are at risk of poor growth and development.

Learn more about how these updated guidelines will support child survival across Nigeria: afro.who.int/countries/nigeria

12/08/2026

WHO Nigeria at the 20th International Public Relations Congress

Trusted information saves lives.
Speaking at the Congress in Lagos, , WHO Representative in Nigeria, highlighted the growing importance of infodemic management in an era where misinformation and disinformation can influence public health decisions as much as disease outbreaks themselves.

From emergency response to routine immunization, maternal and child health, malaria prevention, nutrition, and health-seeking behaviours, accurate information helps people make informed choices, while false information can undermine years of health progress.

WHO is supporting Nigeria through social listening, community engagement, behavioural insights, and partnerships with government, media, and fact-checking networks to identify rumours early, understand public concerns, and strengthen trust in health information.

Because building trust is not just a communications objective, it is a public health imperative.

Learn more about how WHO and partners are building trust for better health: afro.who.int/countries/nigeria

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Nigeria is investing in the people who make universal health coverage a reality.49 health insurance leaders from five st...
11/08/2026

Nigeria is investing in the people who make universal health coverage a reality.

49 health insurance leaders from five states have completed WHO’s intensive health financing training, building the skills to help families access quality care without financial hardship, in a country where out‑of‑pocket payments still account for 72% of health spending.

See how this milestone strengthens Nigeria’s path toward universal health coverage

👉 Read the full story: https://www.afro.who.int/countries/nigeria/news/nigeria-strengthens-health-financing-capacity-universal-coverage

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