BioSocial Health journal 3060-6268 2 1 2025 03 17 Addressing the global challenge of colistin-resistant bacteria: A call for unified action 6 7 10.34172/bshj.55 EN Abbas Bashir Umar https://orcid.org/0000-0005-3005-8750 Journal Article 10.34172/bshj.55 2024 12 31 2025 02 06 Antimicrobial resistance (AMR), especially colistin-resistant bacteria, threatens global health, with rising cases in Nigerian newborns. Colistin’s agricultural use accelerates resistance, demanding a global ban. Combining strict regulations, alternative farming, and international cooperation, a One Health approach is vital to curb AMR, safeguard antibiotics, and address economic and food security challenges.