Only 89 doctors left in Kwara Govt hospitals amid ‘Japa’ crisis – Health Board
The Kwara State Government is facing a serious shortage of medical doctors in its public hospitals. The Executive Secretary of the Kwara State Hospital Management Board, Abdulrahman Malik, shared this update during a press briefing for the first quarter of 2025. He said that even though the government wants to hire more doctors, many are […]
Kwara State Can’t Find Enough Doctors Despite Job Openings
Kwara State is having a hard time finding doctors, even though the government has approved new job positions. This is because many Nigerian doctors are moving abroad for better opportunities — a trend known as the ‘Japa’ syndrome. Dr. Abdulraheem Abdulmalik, head of the State Hospital Management Board, shared this during a press briefing in […]
Medical doctor shares discovery made after her friend started smelling foul following child birth
A medical doctor has shared a shocking story on social media about what happened to her best friend after she gave birth in a well-known hospital in Accra, Ghana. According to the doctor, her friend started complaining of pain and a terrible smell coming from her body shortly after delivery. For weeks, they tried many […]
“There is still hope” – Influencer, Aproko Doctor’s wife encourages women with PCOS
In a heartwarming tweet that quickly became popular, Chiamaka Nwakalor-Egemba, the wife of well-known health influencer Aproko Doctor, gave hope to women living with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). Chiamaka, who also lives with PCOS, encouraged women struggling with infertility not to give up. She shared the story of Nigerian content creator Maraji, who is now […]
Pastors With Tithes Can Easily Seek Care Abroad – Resident Doctors Fault Oyemade
Pastor Poju Oyemade, the founder of The Covenant Nation in Lagos, has sparked reactions online after his recent sermon. He criticized Nigerian doctors who move abroad, calling them ungrateful and saying they don’t work hard enough at home. In his message, Pastor Poju said that doctors in Nigeria spend only around N500,000 to complete their […]
“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 […]