4th June, 2025

Unsafe termination of pregnancy contributes up to 13% of maternal deaths in Lagos State, the Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics of Nigeria (SOGON), Lagos Sector, disclosed during an advocacy visit to the Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, on Wednesday.

Led by former SOGON National President, Prof. Rotimi Akinola, and Lagos Sector Chairman, Prof. Abidoye Gbadegesin, the delegation outlined persistent challenges in maternal and neonatal mortality, calling for policy reforms and expanded professional involvement.

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