Noma Centre performs 457 free surgeries in Abuja
Updated 15:16 WAT, · first published 10 Nov 2026, 15:16 WAT · 2 outlets reporting

The Noma Centre at the National Hospital, Abuja, has carried out 457 complex reconstructive surgeries on children, according to Punch. The centre said the procedures were performed free of charge for children affected by the disease. News Agency of Nigeria reported that the coordinator of the centre confirmed the figure of 457 surgeries completed since the centre's inception.
What we know
- 457 free reconstructive surgeries were performed.
- The surgeries took place at the National Hospital, Abuja.
- The patients were children affected by noma.
- The procedures were complex.
Sources
- Noma: National hospital performs 457 free surgeries – Punch,
- Noma Centre performs 457 free reconstructive surgeries on children – Coordinator – News Agency of Nigeria,
Updates
- – No longer developing - story consolidated
- – Story published - 2 outlets
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