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Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Nigeria | Nov 27, 2024

Addressing the challenges of antimicrobial resistance in Africa

Empowering communities to take ownership of AMR interventions is very key

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is one of the top global public health and development threats. About 4.71 million deaths were linked to bacterial AMR in 2021 alone, with sub-Saharan Africa accounting for highest mortality rates. AMR could be responsible for up to 2 million deaths in Africa by 2050, underscoring the need…

Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Nigeria | Nov 21, 2024

Stepping up Response to Curb Infectious Diseases in Nigeria

In 2024, the disease has been particularly severe, with 1,059 confirmed cases reported across 28 states, resulting in 175 deaths (16.6% case fatality rate)

In Nigeria, vulnerable populations, especially those in underserved communities, remain at high risk of infectious diseases, including Lassa fever—an acute viral hemorrhagic illness caused by the Lassa virus. Endemic in Nigeria, Lassa fever continues to affect thousands annually, with the dry season (December–April) being the peak transmission period. In 2024,…

Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Nigeria | Nov 18, 2024

Delivering lifesaving health services for flood-displaced families in Nigeria

Almost 90 000 vulnerable people have been forced to take shelter in temporary camps with limited access to food, clean water and health services

Borno state, in northeastern Nigeria, has been severely impacted by recent floods, which have displaced more than 400 000 people and led to 37 deaths. The flooding, mostly affecting the municipal area of Maiduguri, the state’s capital, has also caused significant damage to agricultural land and infrastructure, including health facilities. Almost…

Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Nigeria | Oct 21, 2024

Nigeria launches action plan to combat Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)

The World Health Organization (WHO) describes AMR as one of the top global public health threats facing humanity

In a bold step towards combating the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), the Federal Government of Nigeria has launched the Second National Action Plan on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR 2.0). This milestone aligns with the political declaration endorsed in the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly High-Level Meeting…

Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Nigeria | Sep 16, 2024

Ramping up flood emergency response in Nigeria

The floods have displaced more than 225 000 people, with 201 deaths reported in 15 of the country’s 36 states and about 115 000 hectares of farmland inundated

World Health Organization (WHO) is stepping up support to the Nigerian authorities to provide emergency health assistance following devastation caused by severe flooding that has so far affected more than 610 000 people, damaged key basic infrastructure and raised the risks of food insecurity and spread of infectious diseases. The…

Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Nigeria | Sep 14, 2024

World Health Organisation (WHO) pledges support to flood-displaced persons in Borno State as health facilities affected

The flood was a result of a dam (Alu dam) which broke its banks, displacing over 1 million people and heightened health risks, including cholera and other waterborne diseases

Following the devastating severe flash flooding that displaced thousands of people and caused significant damage across several communities in Maiduguri, Borno State Capital, the World Health Organisation Respentative in Nigeria, Dr Walter Kazadi Mulombo, has pledged the organisation's support unwavering support to the affected people. During the visit to Maiduguri,…

Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Nigeria | Sep 06, 2024

World Health Organization (WHO), United Kingdom (UK) Government, supports Nigeria in developing a strategic approach to managing health workforce migration

The increasing number of skilled professionals seeking opportunities abroad has led to Nigeria being one of the 55 countries with a severe shortage of health workers on the WHO Health Workforce Support and Safeguard List 2023

In a decisive move to address the growing concerns over the migration of health professionals, the Nigerian government recently approved a comprehensive "National Health Workforce Migration Policy". The strategic policy, designed to curb health worker migration, carries significant weight. Its potential to mitigate the issue and bring about a substantial…

Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Nigeria | Sep 04, 2024

Nigeria: Giving hope to people living with mental health conditions in Adamawa State

Amid humanitarian crises, the mental health needs of displaced and underserved populations often go overlooked

After giving birth to her fourth child, 28-year-old Ladi Musa, residing in Mararabci Gari, Fufore Local Government Area of Adamawa state, slipped into an emotional crisis. She was not sleeping well, became withdrawn, cried without cause, and was resentful toward the people around her. "The feelings started some days…

Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Nigeria | Sep 04, 2024

Taking stands at interrupting community transmission of all forms of poliovirus in Nigeria

Many children in the locality were not privileged to get vaccinated due to the security situation in the region, which negatively impacted their protection against vaccine-preventable diseases

“Before today, my child never received any form of vaccination,” says 27 years old Fatima Abubakar, while presenting her eight-months-old son, Adamu, to the team of vaccinators who had visited the remote Gadare settlements in Batsari Local Government Area (LGA), Katsina State, where she resides. Having given birth at home,…

Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Nigeria | Aug 27, 2024

Health experts advocate for government and communities to strengthen support for breastfeeding mothers

Despite the proven benefits, many mothers in Nigeria face challenges that hinder their ability to exclusively breastfeed their babies for the first crucial six months

A’ishatu Tafida, a 23-year-old mother of two children in Borno State, northeast Nigeria, has been sticking to her resolve to exclusively breastfeed her children for the first six months after birth. “In the beginning, I faced a lot of challenges,” Aisha recalled. “There were days when I felt exhausted and…

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