In a landmark move toward sustainable stability in Northeast Nigeria, key stakeholders have officially validated the Youth, Peace, and Security (YPS) policy framework for Borno State. This milestone, achieved during a high-level workshop in Maiduguri, signals a transition from reactive…
In a high-stakes bid to position Nigeria’s economic hub as the premier destination for global capital, the Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has called on the 56 member states of the Commonwealth to pivot their investment strategies toward…
In a significant move to bolster patient safety and modernize healthcare delivery, eHealth Africa, in collaboration with Pharmaplus Pharmaceuticals Ltd and EHA Pharma, has officially launched RxBook. The unveiling took place at the prestigious Pharma West Africa Exhibition, marking a…
The ECOWAS Directorate of Research and Statistics has officially launched a high-level series of Technical Working Group (TWG) workshops aimed at revolutionizing how data is collected and analyzed across West Africa. The sessions, running from April 17 to May 7,…
In a decisive move to bridge the gap in Nigeria’s healthcare delivery, the Federal Government has announced a massive expansion of the nation’s nursing and midwifery training capacity. Enrollment quotas have surged from 28,000 in 2023 to over 110,000 for…
Health experts from across the ECOWAS Member States have gathered in Freetown for the second statutory meeting of the 27th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of Health Ministers. Organized by the West African Health Organisation (WAHO), the high-level engagement, running…
In a strategic move to transition from policy to tangible practice, the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has officially launched the Mental Health Leadership Programme (MHLP) – Eastern Africa cohort. The initiative marks a significant milestone…
The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) Regional Office for Nigeria and ECOWAS has officially commemorated the first-ever International Day of Women in Industry (IDWI). Centered on the theme “Women Shaping the Future of Industry,” the event served as a…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a minor cabinet reshuffle of the Federal Executive Council (FEC), resulting in the exit of two high-profile ministers and the elevation of key officials to drive the administration’s economic agenda. The announcement was contained…
The African Union (AU) and the European Commission have launched three new health initiatives valued at over €100 million, aimed at strengthening Africa’s health systems, improving pandemic preparedness, and expanding digital healthcare solutions across the continent. The programmes, implemented through…
