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🦟💤 Your best defense against malaria? A net that works and a night of protected sleep! This week on #HealthyNaija, we’re saying: “Malaria Defense: Stay Net-Safe!” Because staying safe starts with sleeping smart. ✔️ Know the symptoms ✔️ Care for your net ✔️ Get tested, get…

FG Commissions Three World-Class Oncology Centres in Katsina, Nsukka, and Benin — A Major Leap Forward in Nigeria’s Fight Against Cancer In a historic milestone for Nigeria’s health sector, the Federal Government has commissioned three ultra-modern oncology centres in Katsina,…

Reform in Action! Last week, @SalakoIziaq : 🔹 Advanced physio training reform with NSP/MRTB 🔹 Expanded med training access via FMC–Achievers MoU 🔹 Resolved space issues with Africa CDC 🔹 Chaired the #Power4Health dialogue prep committee #HealthSectorReform #Health4All…

No Child Left Behind in the Fight Against HIV. At the just-concluded National HIV Health Sector Symposium, the Honourable Minister of State @Fmohnigeria , @SalakoIziaq , reaffirmed the Federal Government’s unwavering commitment to eliminating paediatric HIV and strengthening…

To protect Nigerians from catastrophic costs, the @NigeriaGov is expanding the National Health Insurance to cover chronic diseases like sickle cell disorders, rheumatic heart disease and diabetes - a major step towards #UniversalHealthCoverage. #UHC @Fmohnigeria

🛡️💊 Antibiotics aren’t for every cough or catarrh! This week on #HealthyNaija, we’re saying it loud: “Safe Meds: Stop Antibiotic Resistance!” 📌 Did you know misusing antibiotics makes infections stronger and harder to treat? 📌 Never self-medicate or stop halfway —finish your…

WEEK IN REVIEW: From Policy to Impact From strengthening partnerships to championing reforms, it was a week of purposeful engagement for the Honourable Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Kunle Salako: 🤝🏾Tuesday: Dialogue with NMA on industrial harmony,…

CALL FOR EXHIBITORS – DEADLINE: 18TH JULY! Are you powering healthcare with sustainable energy? The Federal Ministry of Health & Social Welfare invites energy solution providers, financial institutions, and private sector innovators with proven, climate-smart energy projects in…

Transforming Tertiary Care: FG Delivers Landmark Health Projects in Keffi In a major boost to tertiary healthcare in North Central Nigeria, the FG has commissioned a state-of-the-art Multi-Specialty Complex at FMC Keffi. #RenewedHope #HealthForAll The Honourable Minister of…

Strengthening chemical emergency preparedness: @UKHSA, @NCDCgov and stakeholders are collaboratively reviewing the co-developed Chemical Chapter for Nigeria's National Multihazard Plan for rapid detection, assessment and management of chemical threats. 🇬🇧⚕️🇳🇬 @Fmohnigeria

To advance health reforms, a cascade training for health managers is underway in 11 states this week. @MuntaqaSadiq outlines why @Fmohnigeria adopted this approach to strengthen subnational planning, improve service delivery and achieve sector reform goals. #OneHealthPlan2026

Aging is a blessing - let’s thrive, not just survive! This week on #HealthyNaija, we’re celebrating our elders with the theme: “Aging Well: Thrive at 60+!” Growing older doesn’t mean slowing down. With the right mix of healthy food, daily movement, mental wellness, and regular…

HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE WEEK THAT WAS… From strategic oversight on health financing to strengthening global partnerships and championing intersectoral collaboration, it was a full and impactful week for the Honourable Minister of State, @SalakoIziaq Dr. Iziaq Kunle Salako. 🩺…

🇳🇬 This week in review with Coordinating Minister of Health & Social Welfare, @muhammadpate : ✅ Chaired the 11th BHCPF Oversight Committee meeting: FG approves ₦65bn for PHC in 2025, plus rollout of new guidelines and data tools. ✅ Led high-level debrief with World Bank on…

ANNOUNCEMENT AND CONGRATULATORY MESSAGE Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare Abuja, Nigeria | 06 July, 2025 The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare proudly congratulates the Coordinating Minister, @muhammadpate Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, on the conferment of…

Federal Ministry of Health & Social Welfare PRESS RELEASE Abuja, Nigeria | 5 July 2025 HEALTHCARE THAT WORKS: FG PARTNERS WITH PRIVATE LABS TO EXPAND ACCESS AND EXCELLENCE As part of its ongoing drive to reform and revitalise Nigeria’s healthcare system, the Federal Government…

From Abuja to Brazil (Technically), Lagos to Ogun — A Week of Impactful Health Leadership! Honourable Minister of State, @SalakoIziaq hit the ground running — from addressing cancer care funding and obstetric fistula legislation to strengthening malaria vaccine deployment,…