Ogun Assembly Advances Safe Termination of Pregnancy Bill

The proposed legislation seeks to strengthen the state’s response to maternal mortality by providing a clear legal framework for safe termination of pregnancy within the confines of the law and improving access to life-saving reproductive healthcare services.

👉 Read more: https://dailypost.ng/2026/07/07/bill-on-reduction-of-maternal-mortality-scales-second-reading-in-ogun-assembly/

Speaking during a legislative retreat, Speaker Dr. Abubakar Suleiman said the bill seeks to improve maternal health outcomes and protect women through safer healthcare standards. WARDC Founder, Prof. Abiola Akiyode-Afolabi, commended the Assembly’s commitment to reducing preventable maternal deaths.

👉 Read more: https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/07/bauchi-assembly-moves-to-curb-unsafe-childbirth-regulate-blood-transfusions/

Wife of the Niger State Governor, Hajiya Fatima Mohammed Umaru Bago, who officially launched the campaign at Sabon Wuse Basic Health Centre in Tafa Local Government Area, described the Maternal, Newborn and Child Health Week as one of the most impactful health interventions in the state.

The First Lady noted that this year’s exercise is particularly significant as it coincides with the third anniversary of Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago’s administration under the New Niger Agenda, through which the health sector has continued to receive priority attention.

According to her, the campaign provides an annual opportunity to connect women and children with essential healthcare services while also reminding communities of the importance of healthcare.

Read more: https://guardian.ng/news/niger-first-lady-unveils-2026-maternal-newborn-child-health-week/

• 🟦 Ogun State: Safe Termination of Pregnancy Bill passes second reading, advancing efforts to strengthen legal access to life-saving reproductive healthcare and reduce preventable maternal deaths.

• 🟧 Bauchi State: Lawmakers consider a bill to curb unsafe childbirth practices, improve the management of pregnancy complications, and strengthen maternal healthcare standards.

• 🟩 Niger State: Government launches the 2026 Maternal, Newborn and Child Health Week to expand access to family planning, maternal, newborn, and child health services across the state.

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