“I’m just a midwife, don’t also add hunter to my work” Midwife tells pregnant women to shave before coming to give birth
A Nigerian midwife, Joy Eke Ilediagu, has shared a helpful reminder for pregnant women as they prepare to give birth. She encouraged expectant mothers to shave their private parts before coming to the hospital for delivery. In a lighthearted post on her Facebook page, Joy wrote that shaving helps both the mother and the healthcare […]
Pregnant woman dies after hospital allegedly denies treatment over N500,000 deposit
A tragic incident has sparked outrage after a pregnant woman, Kemi Akinbobola, reportedly died because a private hospital refused to treat her without a N500,000 deposit. The heartbreaking story was shared on Instagram by her husband, Akinbobola Folajimi. In an emotional video, Kemi appeared weak as she sat inside a car while her husband pleaded […]
Ogun confirms Lassa fever outbreak as NYSC member dies
Ogun State has confirmed an outbreak of Lassa fever following the death of a 25-year-old National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member. The young woman, who initially fell sick in Ondo State, was brought to a hospital in Ijebu North Local Government Area on March 18, 2025. Sadly, she passed away the same day. The Ogun […]
Stop putting foreign objects down your anuses- Doctor warns after his team successfully removed a carrot from a male patient’s anus
A doctor in the U.S. has warned people to stop inserting foreign objects into their anus. This warning came after his medical team successfully removed a carrot from a male patient’s anus. Doctors often treat cases where people insert objects that can get stuck and cause serious health problems. These situations can lead to pain, […]
A Nigerian Doctor invents the first BP device which he claims stops stroke and heart failure
High blood pressure (hypertension) is a major cause of stroke, heart failure, and kidney disease, leading to many deaths in Africa, especially among young and middle-aged people. Many cases go undetected or poorly managed, increasing the risk of serious health complications. However, a breakthrough has arrived. Dr. Richard Okoye, Chairman of Savealife Group, has invented […]
HIV treatment remains free in government facilities – NACA DG
The National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) has reassured Nigerians that HIV treatment in government facilities is still free. The agency emphasized that funding and support from international donors, including the US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), the Global Fund, and other partners, remain in place. NACA Director-General, Ms. Ilori, dismissed […]
Tinubu Approves 80% Subsidy On Kidney Dialysis
Kidney disease patients in Nigeria now have a reason to breathe a sigh of relief. President Bola Tinubu has approved an 80% subsidy on kidney dialysis, significantly reducing the cost of treatment in federal hospitals. With this new policy, the price of dialysis has dropped from ₦50,000 to just ₦12,000 per session. This initiative, led […]
Man Slumps And Dies Inside His Bathroom In Abuja
A tragic incident occurred in New Kutunku, Gwagwalada Area Council of Abuja, where a 43-year-old man, Danjuma Abraham, died after slipping in his bathroom. According to his relative, Ishaku Moses, the incident happened around 7:35 AM on Sunday, February 16, 2025. Danjuma was getting ready for church when he went to take a bath. Unfortunately, […]
I stand as proof that God is not done with me – Nigerian woman marks one year since she lost a leg to cancer
Life is unpredictable, and for Oluwaseunfunmi Akindeko, the past year has been a journey of resilience and faith. Exactly one year ago, she faced one of the toughest challenges of her life—battling cancer, which led to the loss of one of her legs. Despite the pain and difficulties, she chooses to celebrate her survival and […]
41,000 cases of diphtheria recorded – NCDC
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has reported that the country is still battling a diphtheria outbreak. According to its latest update, a total of 41,336 suspected cases have been recorded across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). These cases were reported from 350 local government areas between 2022 […]