AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoTele-robotic surgery in Nigeria: A pastor in Ogun became the first robotic-assisted surgery patient at Redeemer’s Health Village Hospital, discharged in under 24 hours after a radical prostatectomy—another sign that advanced care is moving closer to home. Reproductive health advocacy: The Network of Reproductive Health Journalists of Nigeria honoured Lagos First Lady Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu as a “Reproductive Health Champion” for maternal and child health support. Sickle cell push at UNGA: Nigeria called for long-term, country-led action on sickle cell disease through OneSCD, noting the country’s high newborn burden. Malnutrition and El Niño heat: With El Niño-linked extreme heat projected to drive major health losses across Africa, Nigeria also faces rising food costs and malnutrition risks. Healthcare access via tech: Telemedicine is expanding for Nigerian families, including diaspora-led care coordination through app-based platforms. Eye care outreach: NNPCL/Seplat’s “Eye Can See” programme targets 6,000 people with free eye screening and treatment in Akwa Ibom. Policy pressure on living costs: Rising petrol prices are squeezing workers’ purchasing power, reigniting debate on whether the ₦70,000 minimum wage can cover basic needs.
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