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Medical and Dental Consultants Announce 21-Day Strike Notice, Citing Discrimination

The Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN) has announced a 21-day strike notice to address serious concerns regarding discrimination within the university system. They warn that if their demands are not met, their members—who hold Medical and Dental Fellowships across the country—may halt their services. This announcement followed an important virtual meeting of […]

Health Ministry Launches CPR Center to Reduce Heart Attack Incidents

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister of State, Dr. Mariya Mahmoud, recently opened a Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Center in Abuja. This center is part of efforts to reduce the increasing cases of cardiac arrests in Nigeria. The launch took place during the “Bring Back to Life” (BBL) program organized by the Nigeria Cardiac Society. At […]

Doctor in Lagos Seeks Public Help to Find Family of Man Who Collapsed

A doctor in Lagos, Dr. Folaseye, is appealing to the public for help in identifying a man who collapsed on Mile 2 Dubar Road while on his way to work. The man was found unconscious and taken to the Accident & Emergency Ward of Isolo General Hospital. The doctor shared that the man’s belongings were […]

Nigerian Woman Seeks N1.8m for Urgent Cancer Treatment

Mrs. Adewole Taiwo Florence, a 34-year-old Nigerian woman, is seeking financial help to cover the cost of her cancer treatment. She needs N1.8 million to undergo the necessary medical procedures. Florence has been battling recurrent right breast cancer and is appealing to both the Ekiti State Government and generous Nigerians to come to her aid. […]

Sexual Harassment Allegations: Army Clears Officer, Discharges Female Soldier

The Nigerian Army has officially discharged Private Ruth Ogunleye, who accused a senior officer, Colonel I.B. Abdulkareem, of sexual harassment. After a thorough investigation led by the Army, it was concluded that Abdulkareem was innocent of all charges, bringing a complex case to an end. In January 2024, Private Ogunleye shared a series of allegations […]

Doctor Lists 20 Unhealthy Nigerian Foods, Faces Backlash

A medical doctor recently sparked a heated debate on X (formerly known as Twitter) when he posted a list of 20 foods consumed by Nigerians that he believes are unhealthy. The list included a mix of popular Nigerian dishes, snacks, and drinks, which led to widespread criticism from social media users. In his post, the […]

Rwanda Launches First Mpox Vaccination Campaign in Africa

Rwanda has made a groundbreaking advancement in public health by launching the first mpox vaccination campaign on the African continent. This initiative aims to combat the growing threat of mpox, particularly in regions at high risk. As of Tuesday, Rwanda has administered 300 doses of the mpox vaccine to individuals in vulnerable populations, focusing on […]

Driver Survives Accident After Car Overturns in Lagos

On Wednesday, September 18, a dramatic accident in the Alakija area of Mile 2, Lagos State, ended with a driver remarkably escaping serious injury. The incident occurred when the driver lost control of his vehicle, which overturned after veering off the road at high speed. Preliminary reports indicate that brake failure was the likely cause […]