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July 15, 2024 Federal Government Secures N80b Funding to Eliminate Tuberculosis
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Federal Government Secures N80b Funding to Eliminate Tuberculosis

In order to bridge the significant funding shortfall in its fight against tuberculosis – TB, and achieve the goal of eliminating it by 2030, the Federal government has struck a 50 million dollar (80 billion naira) funding deal with the private sector.

Currently, only 6 percent of the National TB budget comes from domestic sources, leaving a 70 percent funding gap and a critical shortage that has hindered the widespread implementation of innovative TB interventions and the execution of the 2021-2026 TB National Strategic Plan.

The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. MOHAMMED ALI PATE, who disclosed this in Lagos, said the federal government would contribute 25 million dollars to match the 25 million dollars financial commitment made by the private sector towards the goal.

July 5, 2024 Akwa Ibom State Health Insurance Agency Set Clear Path For It’s Operations
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Akwa Ibom State Health Insurance Agency Set Clear Path For It’s Operations

The newly inaugurated board of the Akwa Ibom State Health Insurance Agency has commenced its tenure with a clear vision and strong commitment to improving healthcare access for the state’s populace.

Chairman of the board, Dr EDIKAN NDUESO EKWERE during his maiden speech emphasized the pivotal role of health insurance in enhancing the well-being of the people. Dr EKWERE assured that under his leadership, the agency would make significant strides.

Speaking with staff members of the Agency during their one day capacity building, Dr EKWERE expressed his dedication to ensuring that the residents of Akwa Ibom State reap the benefits of government initiatives through comprehensive health insurance coverage.

Dr. EKWERE further outlined the agency’s strategic plans, which include expanding enrollment in health insurance schemes, increasing public awareness about the benefits of health insurance and improving the efficiency of service delivery within the healthcare system.

He emphasized that these efforts would not only benefit individuals but also contribute to the overall development of the state by creating a healthier and more productive population.

At the capacity building event, the Permanent Secretary and Executive Secretary of the Agency, Dr. IGBEMI ARTHUR IGBEMI thanked Governor UMO ENO for the constitution of the board and promised that the agency would work diligently with the board to fulfill its mandate.

The event marked the beginning of a new era for the Akwa Ibom State Health Insurance Agency, with high expectations for transformative changes in the sector.

July 5, 2024 Federal Government Lists More Flood Prone States, Warns Against Worsening Cholera
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Federal Government Lists More Flood Prone States, Warns Against Worsening Cholera

The Federal Government of Nigeria has warned that the increasing level of flooding and continuous rainfall may worsen the spread of cholera in the country.

The Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, JOSEPH TERLUMUM raised the concern while addressing a press conference on Thursday.

According to him, a total of 63 deaths and 2,102 suspected cases have already been recorded as of Wednesday, 3rdJuly, 2024, since the outbreak of the epidemic.

Recent incessant rains have resulted in floods in some states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), a situation that prompted the minister to call on state governments across the country to intensify efforts in clearing drainages.

July 4, 2024 NCDC Give Cholera Updates, as Death Toll hits 63
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NCDC Give Cholera Updates, as Death Toll hits 63

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention – NCDC has revealed that Nigeria has recorded over 2,100 suspected cases of Cholera outbreak across 33 states of the federation.

 

According to the centre, this marks a significant increase from the 1,579 cases reported just a week ago, highlighting the rapid spread of the disease.

 

Briefing journalists on the measures deployed against the outbreak, the NCDC Director General, JIDE IDRIS put the case fatality rate at 3.0 percent, noting that the cases were recorded as of June 30th, 2024.

 

According to IDRIS, Lagos, Bayelsa, Abia, Zamfara, Bauchi, Katsina, Cross River, Ebonyi, Rivers and Delta State contributed about 90 per cent of the cases.

 

The Director General identified inadequate toilet facilities, poor sanitation and inadequate safe water as factors militating against cholera eradication in the country, adding that the recently activated National Cholera Multisectoral Emergency Operation Centre (EOC) is providing strategic coordination.

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