Health Policy Delivery: FG moves to bridge Nigeria’s health policy-implementation gap, with a 2026 National Health Equity Conference set for Oct 13–15 in Abuja, focusing on care coordination and stronger system-wide execution. Immunisation Crisis: Nigeria’s diphtheria burden tops 10,000 cases in 2026, linked to an “immunity gap” from years of low vaccination; Plateau also orders face masks on TinCity Metro buses as schools close amid the outbreak. Food & Drug Safety: NAFDAC says it lacks direct absolute oversight over unbranded palm oil and fufu sold in open markets, while also linking Chinese counterfeiters operating in Nigeria to fake goods and warning Nigerians to use official complaint channels. Regulation & Public Health: FG unveils National Environmental (Plastic Waste Control) Regulations, 2026, shifting plastic responsibility across producers, importers, distributors, consumers and recyclers. Local Health Turnaround: Osun’s public healthcare deliveries get a boost under Governor Adeleke’s administration, with efforts to improve primary healthcare access and standards. Tech for Care: An AI-powered MRI reconstruction tool, GenScan AI, wins the 2026 NLNG Science Prize for faster scans and earlier diagnosis. Sports Health (Injury): Victor Osimhen is ruled out for weeks with a right adductor strain, affecting both club and Nigeria AFCON qualifying plans.