Despite Nigeria’s success in polio eradication, gaps remain in routine immunization, zero-dose identification, and Primary Health Care (PHC) strengthening, especially with declining donor funding. Without sustained leadership and collaboration, hard-won gains could be reversed.

This #FrontlineFriday, we spotlight the remarkable teamwork driving neonatal healthcare excellence in Lagos State. Recently, our Lagos team, led by our Director of Program and Report , Dr. Osinachi Onyeoziri and the Director of Research, Partnerships & Development, Dr. Mojisola

Spend the day with Laurent Onana, a Program Manager supporting the Polio Africa Project in the Democratic Republic of Congo! Along with Joël Kemogne and Vanessa Goudmdj, they run a routine task of compiling the country’s situational overview using toolkits such as dashboard,

Our Consultant for the Polio Outbreak Response in Nigeria, Rahma Salahudeen Nasir, walks us through how children are vaccinated in the Magumeri local government area of Borno State. With the goal to ensure that the drop of vaccine is given to all children, including hard-to-reach

Today, on World Polio Day, we celebrate progress and reaffirm our commitment to a polio-free Africa. Through our work in Polio Outbreak Response across Nigeria, the Lake Chad Basin, and Africa, SCIDaR continues to support governments and work hand-in-hand with communities,

The rising demand for geospatial intelligence in health for planning and service delivery far exceeds current institutional capacity across Africa. The Umbrella Fund is addressing this gap by investing in tools, skills, and systems that enable data-driven, equitable health

Across Nigeria, the Maternal Mortality Reduction Innovation and Initiatives (MAMII) is transforming the journey to safer motherhood, but progress doesn’t stop at stronger facilities or better data. It grows when women trust the system built for them. This week, @WBG_Nigeria and

The MR, HPV, and NTDs Polio campaign is in full swing—don’t let your kids miss out! A little prick today saves a lot of trouble tomorrow.

In our compendium stories, Aderanti Adesoyin, Analyst at SCIDaR, tells the story of young Ahmadu, a story not far from reality. Once full of laughter and football with friends, Ahmadu’s life took an unexpected turn, leaving him without a leg. Through Aderanti’s story, we’re

Highlights from Day 2 at #AHTS2025 Discussions focused on @gatesfoundation -funded research on digital-first care models such as hotline, community pharmacy and market kiosks in underserved Lagos communities, led by @LagHealthScheme , @SCIDaR_ , and @VillageReach .

This International Day of Rural Women, we celebrate the women whose strength and compassion sustain families, drive change, and protect the future of their communities. Through the CRoWN strategy, we are empowering a growing network of community women volunteers across Nigeria

🎙 SCIDaR at the Africa HealthTech Summit 2025! We’re excited to share that Oluwaleke Jegede, Principal at SCIDaR, will be speaking on a panel titled “Advancing Equitable Digital-First Health in Africa: Lessons from the Implementation Research to Test Equitable Digital-First

As part of the ongoing Integrated Campaign for Measles Rubella, Polio, HPV, Routine Immunization Vaccines, and Neglected Tropical Diseases Intervention, the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA) led a vibrant road walk and community sensitization from Unity

📣 ANNOUNCEMENT: Change of Dates for JAR2025 We would like to announce a change of dates for the 2025 Joint Annual Review (JAR2025). The event will now take place from November 12th to 14th, 2025, at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre, Abuja. JAR2025 is a

The Measles-Rubella (MR) Integrated Planning Meeting with the LGA Chairman and LGA HPO was held today, 13th October 2025, at F and H Hall, opposite Bolori Roundabout, Maiduguri.

We’re live at the 4th edition of the Africa Health Tech Summit (AHTS) 2025! 🚀 This year’s theme, “Connected Care: Scaling Innovation towards Universal Health Coverage (UHC)”, spotlights how collaboration and technology can bridge health gaps across Africa. From AI-driven

“Protecting children is a shared responsibility.” Did you know that Adamawa and several other states have already begun the Measles-Rubella vaccination campaign? Led by the Federal Ministry of Health through the NPHCDA, this nationwide effort is ensuring that every child in

When girls rise, the future thrives! At SCIDaR, we believe that empowering girls is one of the most powerful ways to build stronger, healthier, and more equitable societies. Through our work across communities, we continue to champion initiatives that give girls the opportunity

Have you taken your child/ward to get vaccinated today? This can only be done if we all work together. We’re waiting for you! #MeaslesRubellaFreeNaija

🟢STILL ONGOING! Heading to Wuse Market Abuja NPHCDA Road Walk/Show on the Integrated Measles-Rubella Campaign 📍Vaccination of children will be happening at Wuse Market this morning

As we commemorate World Mental Health Day, we reaffirm our commitment to fostering a workplace where everyone feels seen, supported, and valued. At SCIDaR, we recognize that mental wellbeing fuels creativity, resilience, and impact. Through open dialogue, a culture of care, and