‘Reaching hospital no longer enough to save pregnant woman’

The Punch | 09-09-2026 02:00am |

A new study has revealed that reaching a hospital is no longer sufficient to save pregnant women in Nigeria, as systemic failures and brain drain continue to contribute to high maternal mortality. The study highlights that even when women access healthcare facilities, inadequate resources and staff shortages often lead to poor outcomes. Experts are calling for comprehensive reforms to address these underlying issues. The findings underscore the need for improved healthcare infrastructure and workforce retention.

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