children’s health

World Bank Supports Nigeria with $1.57bn for Health, Climate Resilience Initiatives

Sep 30, 2024. by Ekohot Editor

FG is forfeiting $10m in World Bank loan for the FG

The World Bank has approved three operations totaling $1.57 billion to assist the Federal Government in enhancing human capital through improved health for women, children, and adolescents, while also building resilience against climate change impacts, such as floods and droughts, by improving dam safety and irrigation systems. The new funding includes $500 million to address … Read more

APSON Offers Free Surgeries for 150 Children with Lipoma, Cleft Lips, Others in Kwara

Sep 18, 2024. by Ekohot Editor

The Association of Paediatric Surgeons of Nigeria (APSON) has initiated a week-long surgical intervention for 150 children under the age of 15 in Kwara State. The program addresses various conditions, including inguinoscrotal swelling (hernia and hydrocele), lipoma, cleft lips, lumps, undescended testis, cysts, and umbilical hernia. This initiative is part of APSON’s 23rd Annual Conference, … Read more