Nigeria, April 18 -- March 2025 witnessed major health developments and renewed calls for urgent interventions as Nigeria grappled with both emerging and persistent health threats. From global concerns over HIV drug shortages triggered by foreign aid disruptions, to local disease outbreaks, the month reflected both the progress and persistent challenges shaping Nigeria's healthcare system.

Here's a look at some of the most important health stories in March

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has warned that the United States' decision to halt foreign aid has "substantially disrupted" the supply of HIV treatments in eight countries, including Nigeria. Other countries are Haiti, Kenya, Lesotho, South Sudan, Burkina Faso, Mali and Ukraine....