Dr Mrs Nonye Soludo handing over packs of sanitary pads to secondary school girls in Anambra State on Thursday A non-governmental organisation, the Nonye Soludo Healthy Living Initiative, a pet project of the wife of the Anambra State Governor, Dr Mrs Nonye Soludo, has distributed over 25,000 packs of sanitary pads to more than 350…
The AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) Nigeria and the Nasarawa State Government have intensified calls for stronger collaboration and sustained action to combat menstrual stigma and improve access to menstrual hygiene support for girls and young women. The appeal was made during activities marking the 2026 World Menstrual Health Day in Keffi, Nasarawa State, where stakeholders…
Millions of girls across Nigeria continue to face the painful reality of period poverty, stigma, and poor access to menstrual hygiene products, with many forced to miss school every month due to lack of basic sanitary materials and safe facilities. AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) Nigeria raised the concern in a statement issued ahead of the…
By Prosper Okoye Delayed diagnosis of sickle cell disease is contributing significantly to preventable deaths among Nigerian children, renowned researcher Prof. Obiageli E. Nnodu said on Thursday.Nnodu, the Principal Investigator and Director of the Centre of Excellence for Sickle Cell Disease Research and Training (CESRTA), made the remarks during the 2026 World Sickle Cell Day…
The First Lady of Anambra State, Dr. Nonye Soludo, has urged Ndị Anambra to prioritise their health by checking their blood pressure regularly and adopting healthier lifestyles to prevent hypertension and other cardiovascular diseases. She advised residents to reduce salt intake, eat balanced and nutritious meals, engage in regular physical activity, avoid excessive alcohol consumption…
