Reproductive health means having the freedom and power to make choices about your own body and health. This includes deciding when to have children, how to prevent pregnancy, and when to see a doctor. For women, reproductive health covers three main areas: choosing when to have sexual relations, picking birth control methods, and getting healthcare … Read more
Definition of Gender Based Violence Gender based violence is any harmful act done to a person because of their gender. The United Nations explains that gender based violence includes physical harm, sexual harm, or mental harm. This violence can happen in public places or in private homes. Gender based violence affects millions of women and … Read more
Maternal care means the healthcare services given to women during pregnancy, childbirth, and after they give birth. Good maternal care helps keep mothers and babies safe and healthy. In Nigeria, experts say the country needs to do more to improve maternal care for all women. Understanding Nigeria’s Maternal Care Challenge Nigeria has one of the … Read more
Maternal mortality refers to when a woman dies during pregnancy or childbirth. This is a serious health problem that affects many countries worldwide. Understanding maternal mortality helps us protect mothers and babies. Nigeria’s Progress in Reducing Maternal Mortality The Nigerian federal government recently announced that deaths of women during childbirth have decreased by 17 percent … Read more
Maternal health refers to the health of women during pregnancy, childbirth, and after giving birth. Good maternal health means women receive proper care and support during these important times. Poor maternal health can lead to maternal mortality, which means death during or after pregnancy. The Maternal Mortality Problem in Nigeria Maternal mortality remains a critical … Read more
There is a common problem that gender research has discovered. Many families stay quiet when children are hurt. They feel shame and fear. But staying quiet does not help children heal. March 2025, a four-year-old girl named Amina lived in Kontagora, Nigeria. A 37-year-old man named Isah knew her family. He gave Amina candy and … Read more
Real Warri Pikin is Anita Asuoha, a celebrated Nigerian stand-up comedian, actress, influencer, and wellness champion. She is recognized for her dedicated advocacy for maternal health and women’s wellness in Nigeria. Real Warri Pikin’s Latest Role Real Warri Pikin was recently named the brand ambassador for PURNA Gummies Nigeria in Abuja. As an expectant mother, … Read more
Dr. Salma Ibrahim Anas, the Special Adviser to the President on Health, stated that Tinubu renewed health agenda will transform the way healthcare is delivered in Nigeria. She said this while speaking at a workshop by the Rotary Action Group for Reproductive, Maternal and Child Health in Abuja. According to Dr. Anas, Tinubu’s plan aligns … Read more
The Seyi Tinubu Drug Bank Initiative has started at the National Hospital in Abuja. The goal is to help mothers and children maintain their health and safety. The new drug bank will give free medicines to women and children who cannot afford them. This plan will help reduce deaths caused by poor maternal health and … Read more
The Federal Government has joined forces with the Lagos State Government to fight maternal mortality and newborn deaths. This teamwork is part of a new plan called the Maternal and Neonatal Mortality Reduction Innovation Initiative, or MAMII. The main goal is to help mothers and babies stay safe during pregnancy, delivery, and after birth. What … Read more
