No fewer than 10 federal ministries and agencies have been allocated over ₦1 trillion each in the 2025 budget. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the allocations are detailed in the 2025 Appropriation Bill presented to the National Assembly. The ministries receiving significant funding include Police Affairs, Interior, Defence, Finance, Power, Works, Budget and Economic Planning, … Read more
The Federal Ministry of Health has assured Nigerians that there is no evidence of the newly detected COVID-19 variant, XEC, in the country. This clarification was made in a press release issued on December 6, 2024, by Alaba Balogun, Deputy Director of Information and Public Relations, in response to concerns over misinformation circulating on social … Read more
The Federal Government says it has concluded the Executive Order to implement zero Value-Added Tax and excise duties on pharmaceutical products and medical devices. The spokesman of the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, Alaba Balogun, while disclosing this in a statement on Wednesday, said finalisation of the Executive Order’s harmonised implementation framework has … Read more
The Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has finalized an Executive Order that removes Value Added Tax (VAT) on pharmaceutical products and medical devices. This development will enable the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) and the Nigeria Customs Service to implement zero Value Added Tax (VAT) and excise duties on pharmaceutical products and medical devices. … Read more
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to overcoming challenges associated with the Basic Healthcare Provision Fund (BHCPF) as part of its broader goal to achieve universal health coverage and enhance health outcomes for Nigerians. During a media engagement organized by the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare in Lagos on Wednesday, Dr. Mukhtar … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has revealed plans to institute the Lagos State Essential Medicines Agency (LSEMA) to promote impeccable distribution and management of essential medicines in Lagos State. EDITOR’S PICKS Win-Win Scenarios: How Nigerians Are The Biggest Beneficiaries Of Atiku And Peter Obi’s Coalition Attempt Nigeria’s Big Bet: Boom Or … Read more
Tunji Alausa says the Nigerian government is committed to achieving a zero malaria regime. In a video, the minister makes the case for seasonal chemoprevention to control the scourge of malaria. In a statement, he also discloses plans to improve funding for malaria control. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Minister of State for Health … Read more
Tunji Alausa was at a recent workshop organised by the National Institute for Cancer Research and Treatment. The workshop focused on improving the outcomes of cancer care in Nigeria. The junior health minister said the ministry is actively working to increase the number of cancer experts. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Minister of State … Read more
The Federal Government of Nigeria has made a fresh move to reduce the maternal mortality rate. The new move features the launch of a labour care guide. The government said it is committed to allowing all pregnant women receive maternal care during and after pregnancy. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Coordinating Minister of Health … Read more
Tinubu hosted GAVI, a vaccine alliance, at the State House. The meeting witnessed the Nigerian president committing to ensure that Nigeria fulfills its outstanding obligations for vaccine procurement. GAVI CEO says “there is no success for GAVI without success in Nigeria”. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has called on Gavi, the Vaccine … Read more
By Stephen Abulogbon Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has pledged to support Nigerian cancer patients with required treatment and research. The ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Daju Kachollom S., MNI, made the pledge at the Ministerial Press Briefing, marking the commemoration of the 2024 World Cancer Day on Tuesday, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government has set up a committee to address the issue of accumulated waiver request for employment of health workers in the various hospitals across the country to improve healthcare delivery. Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa, made this known when he paid a … Read more
A 2023 WHO report revealed that Nigeria accounted for the second-highest number of maternal and child deaths globally. Since the Tinubu administration assumed office, the health ministry has often spoken about its desire to cut the high maternal mortality rate. The ministry has now launched an initiative to address the issue. Eko Hot Blog reports … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government has inaugurated the National Health Research Ethic Committee to regulate health research and ensure that it meets all ethical criteria as part of the Ministry of Health’s four point agenda. The Director of Information in the Ministry of Health, Deworitshe Patricia, disclosed the development in a statement. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa, says the Federal Government is fully committed to bolstering healthcare education and providing substantial financial support to tertiary health institutions across Nigeria. The Director of Information at the Ministry of Health, Patricia Deworitshe, revealed the development in a statement … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Ministry of Health has set up an emergency task force to curb the spread of diphtheria in the country. Editor’s Pick GHP To Finance Nigerian Health Sector With $2bn For Three Years FG’s Move To Stop Funding Public Universities Is Unconstitutional – ASUU President Over 25% Of Tested Men … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Global Health Partners (GHP) in partnership with the Bola Tinubu administration are embarking on a better and health care system for Nigerians. Editor’s Pick Over 25% Of Tested Men In Nigeria Aren’t Biological Fathers – DNA Report Oyo LG Lawmakers Suspend Vice Chairman, Three Councillors North Korean Leader Kim … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has said the new administration is collaborating with all relevant stakeholders in the health ministry to fix the country’s ailing healthcare system. Alausa made the statement during a 3-day Ministerial Briefing organised by the Federal Ministry of Health and … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu, on Friday in Abuja, declared his unwavering support for a partnership between the Federal Ministry of Health’s National Eye Health Programme and the Peek Vision Foundation to provide more than 5 million pairs of eyeglasses to Nigerians with sight impairments. According to a press statement released by … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government has issued a public warning to Nigerians against diphtheria stressing that everyone is at infectious risk of the disease. The Health Promotion Department of the Federal Ministry of Health in a public advisory issued stated that the disease, a life-threatening infection caused by bacteria, is easily transmitted … Read more