UNICEF: Nigeria Among Top Three Countries With Highest FGM Cases
… Onoise described FGM as a “harmful cultural practice and human rights violation” that strips…
FG Investigates Flesh-Eating Disease That Killed Seven in Adamawa
“As of September 10, 67 cases have been recorded, with eight patients receiving surgical treatment…
Cholera Outbreak Claims 58 Lives in Bauchi State
Authorities are urging residents to boil drinking water, wash hands regularly, and seek prompt medical…
Anambra Police Arrest Four Suspected Cultists, Uncover Marijuana Farm in Awka
The incident occurred when armed youths believed to be cultists attacked one another with cutlasses,…
FCT Doctors Declare Indefinite Strike Over Unpaid Arrears, Decaying Hospitals
The doctors warned that both medical staff and patients are at risk due to what…
Scientists Warn: Toilet Phone Scrolling Could Raise Risk of Haemorrhoids
Doctors advise limiting toilet time to no more than five minutes, avoiding distractions such as…
Only 1 in 3 Nigerian Babies Exclusively Breastfed for Six Months – UNICEF
Despite the low exclusive breastfeeding rate, Chiluwe noted with optimism that over 90% of Nigerian…
Rabies Outbreak Confirmed in Ajah, Lagos — NVMA Urges Public Vigilance
The outbreak was detected through NVMA’s routine surveillance activities and later confirmed by the National…
Lagos Doctors Begin Three-Day Warning Strike Over Salary Cuts
“It is most regrettable that at a time when other states are striving to retain…
NCDC: Nigeria on High Alert Over Cholera, Dengue, Yellow Fever Risks
“Floodwaters often carry pathogens from soil, animal waste, and sewage into rivers and lakes,” said…
NMA Slams Tinubu Over Agreement to Export Doctors to Saint Lucia
He described it as “morally unjustifiable” to send doctors abroad and pay them significantly more…
FMC Abuja Under Fire Over Alleged Negligence in Viral Emergency Ward Incident
According to the Good Samaritan who brought the victims to FMC, medical staff refused treatment,…
Lagos to Enforce Strict Penalties for Environmental Offences from July 1
Penalties for illegal dumping of refuse and littering within the state may result in a…
Ebonyi Governor Hikes Doctors’ Salaries, Launches ₦1bn Health Reform Drive
“This is not a ceremony. It’s a commitment to restore trust in our health system,”…
Prof. Mohamed Janabi Nominated WHO Regional Director for Africa
Pending formal approval by the WHO Executive Board on May 28–29, Janabi will assume the…
FG Launches ‘Yo! Health’ Campaign to Tackle Youth Health Challenges
The initiative will focus on key areas including mental health, sexual and reproductive health, and…
NMA President Decries Worsening Doctor Shortage Amid Mass Exodus
By Elizabeth Godwin The President of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Professor Bala Muhammad-Audu, has…
Meningitis Outbreak in Kebbi State Claims 26 Lives, 248 Suspected Cases Reported
By Abimbola Ologun Kebbi State is grappling with a meningitis outbreak that has claimed the…
Remi Tinubu Launches Nationwide Campaign to Prevent HIV in Mothers and Children
The First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has launched the…
NAFDAC Uncovers Large-Scale Counterfeit Drug Ring in Abia
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has busted a major…