Maternal Health Rights: A Nigerian woman in Calabar alleges an unconsented postpartum procedure meant to “tighten” her vagina, describing severe pain and delayed understanding of what was done. Health Workforce Safety: The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors reports 30 resident doctors assaulted in one year, with fewer than five cases charged and only one conviction. Child Health Access: A paediatrician uses social media to guide parents through Ask The Paediatricians, aiming to reduce dangerous misinformation amid a shortage of specialists. Malaria Prevention: A major study across Africa and Asia finds insecticide-treated nets cut malaria cases by up to 68%, but warns insecticide resistance could erode long-term gains. Public Health Campaigns: Dettol and Wellbeing Foundation Africa launch Hygiene Quest Phase 3, targeting 800,000 students and mothers with handwashing and hygiene education. Drug Abuse & Church Role: Experts say 14.4 million Nigerians are exposed to substance abuse and urge churches to lead prevention, rehabilitation and reintegration. Cancer Care Support: TETFund approves N7.5bn research grants for 174 projects across Nigerian tertiary institutions, including health and social welfare. Security & Health: Police arrest three suspects over alleged torture and death of a 15-year-old domestic worker in Edo, raising concerns about violence against vulnerable people. Insecurity Impact: A political analyst warns rural Northern communities are being displaced as insecurity worsens, disrupting education and livelihoods. Regional Health Data Scrutiny: Human Rights Watch renews scrutiny of US-Africa health deals, warning about privacy and sovereignty risks in health data sharing.