AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoAutism Care Upgrade: FG says autism-related training has expanded to about 16 universities from four, with plans to grow specialist manpower in audiology, speech and occupational therapy. Malaria Prevention Push: Nigeria plans to scale Perennial Malaria Chemoprevention after malaria prevalence fell from 42% (2010) to 15% (2025), targeting children under two in year-round transmission areas. Newborn Health Warning: A review flags congenital malaria in newborns as an under-recognised threat, with reported prevalence ranging from 5.1% to 96.3% across studies. Breastfeeding Advocacy: Oyo State reiterates that breastfeeding can’t be replaced, urging exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months and stronger support from fathers and workplaces. Immunisation Accountability: FG tasks traditional rulers to tackle vaccine hesitancy and misinformation to help end polio and reach zero-dose children. Vital Records Digitisation: NPC begins digital birth, death and vital registration via the VitalReg platform in Delta. Solar for Health & Business: FG starts interconnected hybrid solar mini-grid projects in Yobe, adding 60.82MW to the national grid. Security & Public Health Link: Tinubu welcomes the rescue of 308 abducted citizens in Kwara and Niger, with victims receiving first aid and medical care. Customs Health Protection: Customs in Adamawa/Taraba intercepts ₦362m contraband including wildlife parts and fuel, warning smuggling undermines public health.
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