@WHONigeria stands with @UN_Nigeria to honour the courage and service of peacekeepers.
In fragile settings, WHO supports communities by strengthening emergency health services, delivering lifesaving supplies, training health workers, and improving disease surveillance. In Nigeria, this support spans the BAY states, enhancing the cholera response through the provision of cholera kits and technical guidance on case management and surveillance within the broader humanitarian context.
With the support of the Government of Nigeria, UN partners, and our donors, we continue to reach people affected by conflict.
Learn more about WHO’s work in emergencies: https://t.co/bPYv3RlzfP
#UNPeacekeepersDay #HealthForPeace #WHONigeria
🩸 #Throwback: #WorldBloodDonorDay
We joined the global community to raise awareness on the life-saving importance of blood donation—while UN colleagues led by example, stepping forward to donate and save lives.
Blood is irreplaceable. It cannot be produced in laboratories or synthesized—it is a unique gift of life that only humans can give.
#WorldBloodDonorDay
#GiveBlood
#SaveLives
#LeadByExample
#HealthForAll
Strengthening Partnerships for Impact in Nigeria 🇳🇬
Today’s joint mission stocktake brought together the Honourable Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, the Executive Director of the @GlobalFund, the CEO of the Roll Back Malaria Partnership, @UNITAID, @WHO, and partners to assess progress and align behind Nigeria’s ambitions under the Global Fund’s Grant Cycle 8 (GC8).
We reviewed tangible achievements across both programmatic priorities and health system strengthening, including:
• Accelerating progress toward Universal Health Coverage (UHC)
• Strengthening health infrastructure and supply chains
• Enhancing service delivery at scale
• Driving consistent implementation to translate investments into improved health outcomes
Nigeria continues to demonstrate that results come from strong coordination, clear priorities, and sustained delivery.
As we advance into GC8, a key focus will be ensuring that:
• Efforts are well sequenced and aligned
• Domestic (country led) funding is progressively prioritized
• Investments support long term sustainability and system resilience
This joint engagement reinforces a shared commitment: working together to deliver impact at scale and improve the health and well being of all Nigerians.
Learn more: https://t.co/U3dJT0xKV0
#GlobalHealth #Nigeria #HealthSystemsStrengthening #UniversalHealthCoverage #GlobalFund #GC8 #PartnershipsForImpact #HealthForAll #PublicHealth #SDGs #ImpactAtScale
Meet Nathan John. A regular blood donor. 🩸
“I do it willingly… nobody pushed me.”
For him, giving blood is more than a habit, it’s a commitment to saving lives. Because the truth is simple:
Blood cannot be created by science. Money cannot buy it.
Only people can give it.
Be like Nathan.
Give hope. Give life.
🩸 ONE DROP OF HUMANITY
Give Blood. Save Lives.
Nathan John, who holds the record for most blood donations in #Nigeria 🇳🇬, embodies the principle of #OneDropOfHumanity.
Watch below for Nathan's inspirational story on why he chooses to be a regular donor 👇🏿
#WorldBloodDonorDay
Nigeria is taking a bold step toward a healthier, more resilient future.
The groundbreaking Localization Project in Ogun State marks a major investment in local production — strengthening health security, creating jobs, and reducing reliance on imported medical products. Today, 80% of diagnostics used in Africa are still imported, underscoring the importance of expanding domestic manufacturing.
Local manufacturing is more than an economic opportunity — it is a public health imperative. As @DrPavelUrsu highlighted, expanding domestic production of diagnostics, medicines, and essential health technologies helps ensure faster access, stronger supply chains, and better preparedness for future health emergencies. The new facility is expected to create skilled jobs, contribute to economic growth, improve access to essential health tools, and support Nigeria’s target to eliminate HIV by 2030.
This initiative supports Nigeria’s Healthcare Value Chain agenda and contributes to Africa’s goal of increasing locally produced health commodities. It reflects what is possible when national leadership, innovation, and global partnerships come together. Across the region, @WHO is supporting local production initiatives to strengthen regulatory systems, expand manufacturing capacity, and improve access to quality assured health products.
WHO remains committed to supporting countries to build sustainable local production ecosystems — from technical guidance to regulatory strengthening and partner coordination.
On behalf of the @UN_Nigeria, @WHO commends the Federal Government of Nigeria @NigeriaGov, @PVAC_NG, and all partners whose leadership made this milestone possible.
Learn more: https://t.co/U3dJT0yiKy
#HealthForAll
#Nigeria
#LocalProduction
#HealthSecurity
Sherifat Omoniyi from #Nigeria is a malaria vaccine champion. She knows that for every generation, vaccines work:
“I would like to advise all mothers whose children are eligible to bring them to the health facility to benefit from this vaccine," she says.
Every safe birth begins with a skilled health worker. 🌍
In Lagos, over 1000 nursing and midwifery students and faculty members will now have access to essential tools, vehicles, equipment, and learning materials, thanks to @WHONigeria’s support and funding from @UKinNigeria.
This investment strengthens Nigeria’s health workforce and saves lives.
👉 Learn more: https://t.co/HNKFH1lYPq
#StrongerHealthSystems
#InvestInHealthWorkers
On the ground today in Lagos with our high-valued community and teams bringing polio vaccination directly to the children who need it most. Every dose protects a child. Every campaign protects Nigeria and the world. 🇳🇬🌍
#WHONigeria#EndPolio#VaccinesWork
In Oyo State, health heroes journeyed from cities to remote villages to vaccinate:
👶 3.58M children against Measles & Rubella (Target: 3.52M)
🧒 2.42M children against Polio (Target: 1.67M)
🇳🇬 Strengthening Health Partnerships in Nigeria
The Honourable Minister of Health and Social Welfare, @muhammadpate, welcomed @DrPavelUrsu, new WHO Country Representative/Head of Mission to Nigeria.
Today, on the UN Day and World Polio Day 2025 @DrPavelUrsu and @muhammadpate discussed the evolving role of WHO in supporting Nigeria’s health priorities and acceleration towards ambitious national health targets in UHC, Healthier population and Emergency Protection.
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On behalf of the Government and the good people of Ogun State, I heartily congratulate our highly revered royal father, His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Sikiru Kayode Adetona, GCON, the Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, on the successful hosting of the 2025 Ojúdé Ọba Festival.
The Ojúdé Ọba Festival remains a timeless celebration of culture, unity, heritage, and the enduring bond between the throne and the people of Ijebuland. This year’s edition was not only colourful and grand, but it also reinforced our collective pride in our cultural identity and traditional institutions.
I extend my profound appreciation to the sons and daughters of Ijebuland—both at home and in the diaspora—as well as guests, tourists, sponsors, and well-wishers from across the globe who honoured the invitation and contributed in diverse ways to the resounding success of this year’s festival.
Your show of love and support not only celebrates the Awujale but also strengthens the cultural and economic fabric of Ogun State. As a government, we remain committed to promoting and preserving our cultural heritage for generations to come.
Once again, congratulations to Kabiyesi, the indigenes of Ijebuland, and all who made the 2025 Ojúdé Ọba Festival a memorable success.
#OjudeOba2025