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Fighting TB and Stigma in the Slums of Lagos

January 29, 2026July 30, 2024

Discover Zainab Danjaki’s inspiring journey as she battles tuberculosis in Lagos’ slums. From facing threats to changing lives, her passionate efforts are breaking stigmas and bringing hope to a community in need.

Categories Angel Sightings Tags Gavi the Vaccine Alliance, Nigeria, Tuberculosis

How One Father’s Love Is Helping Shield Nigeria’s Daughters from Cervical Cancer

January 29, 2026July 22, 2024

The tragic loss of his wife to cervical cancer ignited Borno state immunisation officer Maina Modu’s determination to protect not only his daughters, but all young girls in the state from the vaccine-preventable disease. From VaccinesWork.

Categories Angel Sightings Tags Cervical cancer, Gavi the Vaccine Alliance, Nigeria

“It is my calling” – in Rural Nigeria, a Community Health Worker is a Medic, Teacher, Carer, Mobiliser and More

January 29, 2026July 19, 2024

In rural Nigeria, Asma’u Shehu tirelessly serves her community as a health worker, educator, and mentor, surmounting obstacles to transform healthcare attitudes, empower women, and inspire fellow health workers. From Gavi and VaccinesWork.

Categories Angel Sightings Tags Gavi the Vaccine Alliance, Nigeria, Vaccination

Force of Nature: in Nigeria, This Retired Nurse is Not Done Saving Lives

January 29, 2026July 5, 2024

Retired nurse Fanny Ogwu continues to make a difference in Nigeria by advocating for immunization and engaging with remote communities to build trust and ensure access to life-saving vaccines. From VaccinesWork.

Categories Angel Sightings Tags Gavi the Vaccine Alliance, Nigeria, Vaccination

Okegbala: the Nigerian Community Where Leprosy-Affected People Live Free from Stigma

April 18, 2024

Leprosy is curable, but for many who have outlived their infection, the fear of discrimination prevents a return “home.”

Categories Angel Sightings Tags Gavi the Vaccine Alliance, Leprosy, Nigeria, The Leprosy Mission
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