Malaria is a significant public health concern in Nigeria, accounting for a large number of deaths and illnesses every year....
Nigeria has been grappling with the daunting challenge of maternal health, as it continues to have one of the highest...
Leading Non-governmental organization, HACEY Health Initiative has hosted its 3rd annual end FGM conference themed: For Her Rights: Scaling Innovative...
Poor levels of public support and engagement in the conservation of natural resources are frequently caused by poor understanding and...
Female genital mutilation (FGM), a historic practice that involves the partial or complete removal of the external genitalia, is thought to have been performed on 200 million girls and women. FGM causes serious health repercussions, including but not limited to death, disfigurement, miscarriage, stillbirth, shock, bleeding, sepsis, sexual dysfunction, and posttraumatic stress disorder. It is a grave violation of human rights, especially those of women and children. The practice is common in 30 African nations, a handful in Asia and the Middle East, and, because of global migration, in many other nations even though it is not authorized by any religion and is prohibited in many of them. Although the practice's acceptance or prevalence have declined in some nations, a lot still needs to be done. Adelowokan Toyin Adeola, Osun state Reproductive Health coordinator and gender desk officer, Ministry...
Female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) most often affects a woman's mental health long after the procedure has taken place, leaving scars...
According to World Health Organization (WHO), the maternal mortality rate (MMR) from 2000-2017 shows a significant decline of 38%. However,...
The World Health Organization defines the “medicalization” of Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C) as any situation in which FGM/C is practiced by...
Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) has been a significant impediment to achieving the Global Declaration of 'Health for All' and, more...
The Platform for Amplifying Voice and Empowerment (PAVE) of girls empowers young girls who in turn empower other peers. The...