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The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) has warned that Niger State is at high risk of a polio outbreak, citing an increase in cases in surrounding states. The agency is urging prompt immunisation efforts to safeguard children.
Primary healthcare centres in Nigeria's North-central region are struggling to provide essential nutrition services due to a heavy dependence on foreign donors and a consistent lack of necessary materials. This situation is leading to dire consequences for children suffering from malnutrition.
The Zamfara State Ministry of Health, in partnership with UNICEF, has initiated a committee aimed at addressing the diversion of humanitarian aid intended for vulnerable populations. The body will monitor and ensure that critical nutrition supplies reach those in need.
The United Nations has highlighted the tragic impact of the ongoing conflict in Lebanon, reporting daily casualties among children since hostilities escalated. Over 100 children have reportedly died or been injured amid the violence.
In collaboration with UNICEF and other partners, the Zamfara State Primary Health Care Board has initiated a Ramadan immunisation campaign aimed at safeguarding children against vaccine-preventable diseases, especially polio.
In a groundbreaking initiative, Unilever Nigeria, in partnership with UNICEF, has successfully empowered more than 900,000 young Nigerians with vital employability skills through the Future-X Unilever Campus Ambassadors Programme (FUCAP). The program integrates digital and entrepreneurship training to help equip youth for the modern workforce.
The Zamfara State Government is urging collaboration with stakeholders to resolve the persistent issue of out-of-school children. As of 2025, the state recorded nearly 456,000 children out of school, according to local and UNICEF reports.
Umar Namadi, the Governor of Jigawa State, has announced plans to provide robust Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) services in schools, particularly to support female students. This initiative aims to enhance educational outcomes and well-being by 2030.
The Ogun State Government has committed to providing necessary funding and logistical support for the upcoming measles-rubella immunization campaign scheduled from January 27 to February 5, 2026.
