Maternal mortality: Experts warn Ogun residents against patronising quacks
Health experts and civil society groups in Ogun State have raised concerns over rising maternal deaths linked to unsafe abortions, warning residents to stop patronising unqualified practitioners. The warning was issued during a one-day training in Abeokuta focused on reproductive health awareness and reducing unsafe abortion practices. Stakeholders stressed that seeking care from trained doctors […]
NAFDAC reveals beneficiaries of sachet alcohol ban
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has explained that the ban on sachet alcohol is mainly to protect children and young people. The Director-General of the agency, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, said the policy is designed to reduce easy access to strong alcoholic drinks by minors. She made this known during […]
Dust on meal tables: Experts reveal hidden dangers of Nigeria’s roadside drying culture
Across Nigeria, farmers and food processors commonly dry cassava, rice, maize, beans and pepper along busy roads because it is cheap and convenient. What looks like a harmless tradition, however, worries health experts. As vehicles speed past, dust, exhaust fumes and tiny stones settle directly on food meant for homes and markets. Animals also roam […]
LAWMA warns Lagos residents against attacks on waste enforcement officers
The Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has warned residents to stop attacking, threatening or obstructing its enforcement officers while they carry out their duties across the state. The agency said it is worried by recent cases of intimidation and physical assaults on its personnel during routine enforcement exercises. Speaking on the issue, LAWMA’s Managing […]
Nigeria currently battling multiple disease outbreaks – NCDC
Nigeria is currently battling several infectious disease outbreaks across the country, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has said. The Director-General of the agency, Dr Jide Idris, disclosed this during a three-day stakeholder workshop on public health emergency preparedness, organised by the NCDC with support from UNICEF and the World Health Organization […]
Kano Government projects up to 700,000 births in 2026
The Kano State Government has projected that between 600,000 and 700,000 babies will be born across the state in 2026, a figure that is already drawing attention to the growing strain on healthcare services. The projection was made public during the maiden convocation ceremony of the Sardauna College of Health Sciences and Technology held in […]
Banning sachet alcohol not enough, govt should licence sellers – Lawyer
A Nigerian lawyer has argued that banning sachet alcohol alone is not enough to solve the problems linked to its misuse. According to him, the government should instead introduce a proper licensing system for sellers to ensure better control and accountability in the market. The lawyer explained that outright bans often drive the trade underground, […]
Akwa Ibom Praises The Grace Osung Foundation For Donating Health Center
The Akwa Ibom State Government has praised the Grace Efiong Osung Foundation for donating a modern primary healthcare centre to improve medical services in Okobo Local Government Area. The new facility, located in Udung Afiang community, was officially opened by Governor Umo Eno, who described the project as a strong example of how private individuals […]
US approves $2.1 billion for Christian healthcare in Nigeria
The United States has approved a major five-year health support package for Nigeria worth about $2.1 billion, aimed at strengthening the country’s healthcare system. The agreement places strong emphasis on faith-based and community health providers, especially clinics and hospitals run by Christian organisations that currently serve millions of Nigerians across the country. Under the deal, […]
NAFDAC destroys fake, expired drugs worth N55bn in Oyo
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has destroyed fake and expired drugs valued at about ₦55 billion in Oyo State. The destruction exercise was carried out to protect public health and stop dangerous medicines from finding their way back into the market. Officials said the seized products included counterfeit drugs, […]