Cholera outbreak claim 58 lives in Bauchi
Bauchi State is facing another health crisis as a fresh outbreak of cholera has claimed at least 58 lives across 14 out of its 20 local government areas. Officials also confirmed 258 new cases of the disease, raising concerns about the state’s health system. Speaking during the inauguration of two response committees — the State […]
Mass circumcision ceremony leaves 39 boys de@d and dozens more mutilated after botched procedures in South Africa
A traditional circumcision ceremony in South Africa has ended in tragedy, with 39 boys losing their lives and many others left badly injured after poorly carried out procedures. The Department of Governance & Traditional Affairs had hoped to achieve zero deaths in registered initiation schools by 2025. However, the rise of illegal schools has become […]
I sold my house, car, started living with my mother-in-law – Actor Tito Harrison recounts health crisis
Veteran Nollywood actor, Tito Harrison, recently talked about a very difficult time in his life when he was seriously sick and had no money left. He revealed how he had to give up everything he owned just to pay for treatment. During a heartfelt chat on Biola Bayo’s podcast, Harrison shared that he sold his […]
One dead in Uganda Ebola outbreak
A 32-year-old nurse at Mulago National Referral Hospital in Kampala, Uganda, has died from the Sudan Ebola Virus. The health ministry confirmed on January 30 that this is the first reported case of the outbreak in the capital. Officials are now working to track potential contacts and prevent further spread of the virus. The nurse […]
WHO declares new COVID outbreak in China global health emergency
The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared a new COVID outbreak in China a global health emergency. This decision follows a meeting held by WHO’s emergency committee on Thursday, where they recommended labeling the outbreak as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC). The decision was almost unanimous among the committee members. WHO Director-General, […]
Why Actress Ngozi Nwosu Refuses to Offer Free Services to Abia State
Veteran actress Ngozi Nwosu has made it clear that she will no longer provide free services to her home state of Abia State. During a recent interview, she shared her reasons for this decision, expressing disappointment over the lack of support she received from the state during a serious health crisis several years ago. In […]