Franca Ofili, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Journalist Profile

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WHO issues new guidance to expand midwifery care globally

1 week ago | newsexpressngr.com | Franca Ofili

News Express |18th Jun 2025 | 10By FRANCA OFILIThe World Health Organisation (WHO) on Wednesday released new guidance to help countries adopt and expand midwifery-led models of care. These models position midwives as the primary providers for women and babies throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and the postnatal period. In a statement, WHO said the guidance promoted strong communication and partnership between women and midwives, offering proven health benefits for both.
36,000 youths to participate in youth confab - Minister

1 week ago | newsexpressngr.com | Franca Ofili

News Express |16th Jun 2025 | 12Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele OlawandeMinister of Youth Development, Ayodele OlawandeBy FRANCA OFILIThe Minister of Youth Development, Mr Ayodele Olawande, has announced that more 36,000 Nigerian youths will participate in the upcoming National Youth Confab 2025. Olawande said this in Abuja on Monday during a press conference to officially launch the registration process and unveil the conference website.
Viral FMC Abuja video should spark healthcare reform- Expert

2 weeks ago | newsngr.com.ng | Franca Ofili

Dr Douglas Okor, Consultant Neurosurgeon and Health Reform Advocate, says the viral FMC Abuja video has triggered a much-needed national debate on healthcare delivery, empathyBy Franca OfiliDr Douglas Okor, Consultant Neurosurgeon and Health Reform Advocate, says the viral FMC Abuja video has triggered a much-needed national debate on healthcare delivery, empathy, and the urgency for leadership reforms in Nigeria.
FG signs MoU to train 100,000 youths annually in forex trading

2 weeks ago | newsexpressngr.com | Franca Ofili

News Express |11th Jun 2025 | 8Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele OlawandeMinister of Youth Development, Ayodele OlawandeBy FRANCA OFILIThe Federal Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Investonaire Academy to train 100,000 young Nigerians each year in the dynamic field of foreign exchange (Forex) trading.
Mokwa Floods: Red Cross distributes relief items to affected families

2 weeks ago | newsverge.com | Franca Ofili

The Nigerian Red Cross has provided critical non-food items to 100 families in Mokwa to alleviate their suffering and help restore a sense of dignity in the wake of a devastating flood. This is contained in a statement by Mr Chima Nwankwo, Head of Communications for the society, on Monday in Abuja.
WHO declares Mpox public health emergency concern

2 weeks ago | newsverge.com | Franca Ofili

The World Health Organisation (WHO), says said the Mpox upsurge has continued to meet the criteria of a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) set forth in the International Health Regulations (IHR). Dr Tedros Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General said this in a statement. Ghebreyesus said the announcement followed the fourth meeting of the IHR emergency committee regarding the upsurge of mpox, held on June 5.
Sickle cell: Experts urge govts to invest in local manufacturing of gene therapy

3 weeks ago | newsexpressngr.com | Franca Ofili

News Express |6th Jun 2025 | 11By FRANCA OFILIWith an estimated four million Nigerians living with sickle cell disease in the country, experts have urged the government to invest in local manufacturing of gene therapy treatment. They made the call during a media briefing at the 5th Global Sickle Cell Congress in Abuja. Prof.
Global leaders reaffirm WHO support with $170M

1 month ago | newsexpressngr.com | Franca Ofili

News Express |21st May 2025 | 4WHO DG, Dr Tedros GhebreyesusWHO DG, Dr Tedros GhebreyesusBy FRANCA OFILIWorld leaders have pledged an additional 170 million dollars to the World Health Organisation (WHO) during a high-level pledging event at the 78th World Health Assembly in Geneva. In a statement issued by WHO on Wednesday, the contributions were made in support of WHO’s ongoing Investment Round (IR), aimed at addressing rising global health challenges.
FG promises access to eye care for every Nigerian

1 month ago | newsngr.com.ng | Franca Ofili

Dr Iziaq Salako, the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare says the Federal Government will ensure that every Nigerian has access to the eye care they need. By Franca OfiliDr Iziaq Salako, the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare says the Federal Government will ensure that every Nigerian has access to the eye care they need.
FG inaugurates NYSC reform committee to review policies

1 month ago | newsexpressngr.com | Franca Ofili

News Express |6th May 2025 | 36Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele OlawandeMinister of Youth Development, Ayodele OlawandeBy FRANCA OFILIThe Federal Government has inaugurated the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Reform Committee to review existing policy documents and propose comprehensive reforms to ensure the scheme remains effective and responsive to current national needs.