New waivers on pharmaceutical imports in Nigeria are expected to significantly reduce drug costs, improving healthcare affordability and accessibility.
The Nigerian government announced significant progress in its national vaccination program and healthcare infrastructure development. Health Minister Prof. Ali Pate, during a ministerial briefing, highlighted achievements in vaccinating children against diphtheria, measles, and cervical cancer.
President Bola Tinubu has again rejected claims of religious genocide in Nigeria, saying insecurity is driven by criminality and extremism, not targeted persecution of faith groups.