Nigeria receives breakthrough HIV prevention injection lenacapavir
Nigeria has received a major boost in its fight against HIV with the introduction of Lenacapavir, a long-acting prevention injection. The medication was approved by the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Ali Pate, with support from the Global Fund. Lenacapavir is designed for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), helping people at risk of HIV infection […]
FG Approves Employment Of 50 Doctors, 100 Nurses Across Correctional Centres
The Federal Government has approved the recruitment of 50 doctors and 100 nurses to work in hospitals across Nigeria’s correctional centres. The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, said the approval was granted by President Bola Tinubu to improve healthcare services for inmates. Tunji-Ojo explained that some correctional facilities currently lack adequate medical personnel, noting that […]
Nigeria to receive groundbreaking HIV prevention drug in March
Nigeria is set to receive Lenacapavir, a new long-acting HIV prevention drug, in March 2026, the federal government has announced. The National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) confirmed preparations for its introduction as a pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) option. The drug, administered as an injection twice a year, has shown near-complete protection against HIV […]
Sachet alcohol ban: Health ministry says only NAFDAC can enforce
The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has told the Federal High Court that only NAFDAC has the legal power to enforce the ban on sachet alcohol and small-sized alcoholic drinks. The ministry said it does not control or interfere with NAFDAC’s enforcement decisions. In a counter-affidavit, the ministry explained that NAFDAC is a […]
Kano suspends doctor for allegedly working under influence of alcohol
The Kano State Hospitals Management Board has suspended a doctor accused of reporting to duty under the influence of alcohol at a government hospital. The case was brought to the board’s attention, leading to a preliminary review that pointed to possible misconduct. Executive Secretary Dr. Mansur Mudi Nagoda approved the doctor’s suspension and ordered a […]
US medical group to train health workers in Abia
A United States-based health organisation, QANTUS Medical Foundation, has partnered with the Abia State Government to train health workers across the state. The Commissioner for Information, Okey Kanu, disclosed this during a media briefing in Umuahia. Kanu explained that the training will cover all categories of healthcare workers. The goal is to strengthen professional skills […]
Lagos NMA calls for dully equipped PHCs with doctors
The Nigerian Medical Association in Lagos State has urged the government to upgrade all Primary Healthcare Centres (PHCs). The state chairman, Babajide Saheed, said each PHC should be fully equipped and have at least one medical doctor to serve local communities effectively. Saheed explained that many residents, especially in crowded and low-income areas, still lack […]
Everyone Knew I Had HIV… Except Me
A young woman discovered at 13 that she had been born HIV positive, a fact everyone around her seemed to know except her. Growing up, she took daily medication without understanding why, believing it was “to keep her strong.” Finding her hospital file shocked her, and confronting her mother revealed a long-held secret meant to […]
Cholera outbreak: Japan donates $1.7m medical supplies to Lagos
Japan has donated medical supplies worth $1.7 million to help fight the cholera outbreak in Lagos. The support is aimed at strengthening treatment, prevention, and emergency response efforts as health authorities work to control the disease. Officials said the donation includes essential drugs, rehydration solutions, protective gear, and sanitation materials. These items are expected to […]
U.S. States Expand Ties With World Health Organization Global Response Network Following Federal Withdrawal
A growing number of U.S. states are moving to join the World Health Organization’s Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network (GOARN), strengthening international public health partnerships in the wake of the federal government’s withdrawal from the United Nations health agency. On Feb. 17, Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers announced that Wisconsin will become part of the […]