Strengthening Partnerships for Better Health Outcomes
Dr Queen Ogbuji ARFH’s Director of Program TB/HIV, led an advocacy visit to the Honourable Commissioner for Health, Rivers State, Dr. Adaeze Chidinma Oreh, alongside key officials including the Permanent Secretary, Dr. Mekele Igwe, and the Director of Public Health, Dr. Ndubuisi Akpuh. The discussions focused on fostering strategic partnerships to enhance health interventions and improve health […]
Reflecting on ARFH’s Staff Retreat: Growth, Collaboration, and Strategic Planning
Last week, on the 13th and 14th of February 2025, ARFH held its annual staff retreat—a time for reflection, learning, and forward thinking. The retreat provided a platform for teams to assess progress, exchange insights, and explore new opportunities for growth and collaboration. Key discussions focused on strengthening operational efficiency, enhancing staff capacity, and developing […]
This Valentine’s Day: Celebrate Love Responsibly and Prioritize Your Health
As we embrace love and connection, let’s prioritize health, protection, and informed choices. True love means caring for yourself and your partner. Get Tested, Stay Protected Knowing your HIV status is an essential step in safeguarding your health. Early detection and treatment save lives. Visit a trusted healthcare facility for free and confidential testing Family Planning […]
Strengthening Family Planning Services in Plateau State
On February 7, 2025, ARFH’s CEO, Dr. Kehinde Osinowo, led a high-level advocacy visit to the Plateau State Primary Health Care Board and the State Ministry of Health to strengthen partnerships and push for sustainable family planning investments. During the visit, Dr. Osinowo emphasized the impact of the Community-Oriented DMPA-SC Self-Injection Acceleration in Nigeria (CODSAiN) […]
Zero Tolerance for FGM: Step Up the Pace
The fight to end Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) continues every day! With the theme “Step Up the Pace,” we are reminded that stronger alliances, sustained advocacy, and community-driven actions are needed to eliminate this harmful practice. FGM has no medical benefits—only devastating consequences, including severe pain, infections, childbirth complications, and lifelong trauma. It’s a violation of human […]
ARFH Congratulates Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu on His Appointment as WHO Africa’s Acting Regional Director
The Board, Management, and Staff of ARFH extend our heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu on his appointment as the Acting Regional Director of the World Health Organization (WHO) African Region. Dr. Ihekweazu’s remarkable expertise and leadership in public health have been instrumental in shaping effective health interventions across Africa. We are confident that his […]
World Cancer Day 2025
On this World Cancer Day, ARFH stands with individuals and communities in the fight against cancer. The 2025-2027 theme, “United by Unique,” emphasizes placing people at the center of care and sharing their stories. Together, we can make a difference.
Strengthening Partnerships for Greater Impact: CODSAiN Annual Review Meeting 2025
At the just-concluded CODSAiN Annual Review Meeting (January 29th–30th, 2025), we reflected on our journey, assessed strategies, shared progress, and extracted key lessons to drive the third year of implementation for the Community-Oriented DMPA-SC Self-Injection Acceleration in Nigeria (CODSAiN) Project. Together with stakeholders from FMoH & SW, NPHCDA, Gombe, Kano, Lagos, Nasarawa, Niger, Plateau and Yobe states, […]
The Beacon – ARFH Q4 Newsletter | Highlights & Milestones
Explore the latest edition of The Beacon, ARFH’s quarterly newsletter, where we highlight the impactful strides we’ve made across various projects. From key milestones to ongoing efforts, see how we’re driving change and transforming lives. Read more here: https://mailchi.mp/6cc7e009629c/arfh-q4-newsletter-13889244
Celebrating International Day of Education 2025 “AI and Education—Preserving Human Agency in a World of Automation”
On this special day, we at ARFH reflect on how education is a powerful tool to empower young minds and preserve human agency in a rapidly evolving technological world. Through the Our Rights, Our Lives, Our Future (O3) project, supported by UNESCO, we continue to champion transformative education that equips adolescents and communities with the knowledge […]