Nigeria News » Niger News Nigeria » Niger » Health: Nigeria now dumping site for banned toxic pesticides — Farmers association
The President of the Niger Delta Integrated Farmers Association of Nigeria, Julius Openha-Wodah, has raised an alarm over the influx and widespread use of banned, toxic agro-chemicals in the country, ...
News Nigeria » Niger » Health: Nigeria's Niger Delta biohazards: High radioactive levels detected
The Niger Delta, in southern Nigeria, is one of the most significant oil-producing regions in the world. It spans over 70,000 square kilometers and is also an area of great biodiversity, including ...
News Nigeria » Niger » Health: Niger health commissioner urges workers to tackle poor survey indicators
Niger State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Muhammad Murtala Bagana, has urged health practitioners to address the state’s declining health indices, following its performance in the 2024 Nigeria ...
News Nigeria » Niger » Health: Diphtheria deaths rise in Plateau, Niger, Kano, Katsina amid nationwide outbreak
The NCDC Director-General said the disease burden was particularly concerning among unvaccinated and incompletely vaccinated children.
News Nigeria » Niger » Health: Niger State’s health sector revolutionises disease response
Speaking on the centre’s impact, Dr. Dangana described the facility as a “game-changer” that is driving timely surveillance and rapid responses to disease outbreaks. Established by eHealth Africa with ...
News Nigeria » Niger » Health: Niger agency seals 12 Islamic medicine stores, clinic
By Mary AliyuAs part of renewed efforts to protect residents from unsafe healthcare practices and ensure compliance with minimum standards, the Niger State Private Health Facilities ...
News Nigeria » Niger » Health: For Niger, Improved Health Care May Cut Famine
One year ago, Congress defunded public media. Now that we're 100% community funded, please become a sustaining member or increase your existing membership today. In sub-Saharan Africa, the United ...
News Nigeria » Niger » Health: Niger Adds More Health Workers but Struggles to Close Staffing Gap
Niger is certifying more health workers each year, with 9,143 candidates expected to sit the 2026 national examination after an 88.99% pass rate in 2025. Despite the growing number of graduates, ...