THE United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has expressed its determination to focus more on preventive measures to tackling challenges associated with Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and maternal deaths in Lake Chad region. Dr Sennen Hounton, the UNFPA’s Regional Director for West and Central Africa, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) at the 5th edition … Read more
THE United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has reaffirmed its dedication to eradicating the scourge of Gender-Based Violence (GBV), protecting women and girls, and supporting survivors in their journey to recovery. Dr Natalia Kanem, UNFPA’s Executive Director, made this commitment in a statement on Friday in Abuja, commemorating the International Day for the Elimination of … Read more
THE Executive Director, United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), Dr Natalia Kanem, has urged stakeholders to commit to supporting the midwifery profession toward addressing the global shortfall in maternal health resources. Kanem said this in a statement on Sunday to commemorate the International Day of the Midwife, celebrated annually on May 5. The theme of the … Read more