AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoHealth Workforce Crisis: The Academy of Medical Sciences (ACADMEDS) urged the Federal Government to tackle Nigeria’s healthcare worker shortage and high maternal mortality, noting most medical practitioners cluster in a few urban zones. Maternal Health & Nutrition: UNICEF flagged that millions of Nigerian children risk losing access to essential services without birth registration, while Nigeria’s women-focused empowerment drive targets 4.5 million women through 300,000 affinity groups to boost livelihoods and health security. Kidnapping Aftermath: Rescued kidnap victims in Kwara were described as beaten and malnourished, with many still needing urgent hospital care after months in captivity. Lassa Fever Update: Nigeria recorded 237 Lassa fever deaths with a fatality rate rising to 23.7%, as health authorities urged early treatment. Food Safety & Procurement: NiCFoST pushed for licensed food science professionals to be included in public food procurement to improve safety and nutrition outcomes. Cancer Care Push: FG plans to procure linear accelerators and build cancer centres to improve cancer prevention and treatment locally. Security & Health System Strain: Customs said insecurity is affecting operations and even the health of personnel, highlighting how violence disrupts public services.
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