.Dr. Kolude Olufumilola rep Dr. Mohamed Janabi at the event. By Akanimo Kufre Dr. Mohamed Janabi, WHO Regional Director for Africa, has reiterated that tuberculosis (TB) eradication in Africa is achievable. But he stressed that progress depends on strong national leadership, sustained investment, and empowered communities spearheading change at all levels. The Africa regional director…
By Itam Offor In its commitment to strengthening sanitation standards and safeguarding public health, the Cross River State House of Assembly has passed the Open Defecation Prohibition Bill. The bill is a legislative measure aimed at improving sanitation and public health. It seeks to outlaw open defecation in public places and promote the use of…
A cross section of beneficiaries of the sanitary pads at WAPI on Thursday. By Asuquo Cletus A non-governmental initiative, PadBank Mobile Outreach, has intensified efforts to promote access to affordable sanitary pads for women and girls, particularly those from vulnerable backgrounds, as part of its menstrual hygiene advocacy in Cross River State. The group made…
By Anietie Akpan United Nations Children Fund (UNICEF) is rolling out immunization from February 4 to 13 in 12 states in the South of Nigeria, reiterating the need for children to be immunized. UNICEF announced this on Friday, January 30 during a one day Zonal Media Virtual Briefing with On Air Personalities and Digital Content…
Cross River State, Commissioner for Health, Dr. Henry Egbe Ayuk. By Kingsley Agim The Cross River State Government has reassured residents that the state remains free of cerebrospinal meningitis, dismissing recent rumours of an outbreak and urging the public to remain calm while relying on verified health information. January 11, a family in Calabar had…
By Akanimo Kufre The Akwa Ibom State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Ekem John, has lauded Governor Umo Eno’s establishment of the Akwa Ibom State Emergency Medical and Ambulance Services (AKISEMSAS) as a signature project in the state. Dr. John recently highlighted the major breakthroughs in the health sector of Akwa Ibom, including the Revised Essential…