Nigeria’s Push To End-zero-dose Crisis: WHO, NPHCDA, UNICEF Take Bold Steps

As Nigeria continues its journey towards achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC), a significant challenge remains: reaching the country’s “zero-dose” children—those who have not received even a single routine vaccine. In a coordinated national response, the World Health Organisation (WHO), the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA), and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) commemorated…

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NIA Urges Swift Assent To Insurance Bill

The Nigerian Insurers Association (NIA) has urged President Bola Tinubu to promptly assent to the Nigerian Insurance Industry Reform Bill 2024, recently passed by the National Assembly. NIA Chairman, Mr Kunle Ahmed, made the appeal during the first quarter 2024 briefing on the insurance industry’s performance, held in Lagos. Ahmed said the bill seeks to…

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Italy Declars 5 Days Of Mourning For Pope

The Italian government has declared a five-day period of national mourning following the death of Pope Francis. The flags in front of public buildings are flying at half-mast. Strict security measures are in place in the Italian capital ahead of the funeral services and burial on Saturday. Top-level dignitaries from all over the world are…

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