FG Establishes Task Force on Clinical Governance, Patient Safety
President Tinubu's administration launches a national task force to overhaul clinical governance and patient safety in Nigeria's health system. Read the full details and mandate.
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FRSC's 5-Pillar Plan for Zero Road Fatalities in Nigeria
FRSC Lagos Commander details UN road safety strategy, urges auto makers to build 'forgiving' vehicles and media to educate public. Collaboration key to reducing crashes.
Kano suspends doctors over scissors left in patient's stomach
Kano health authorities confirm negligence led to a mother of five's death after scissors were left inside her post-surgery. Three personnel suspended as probe continues.
Bird Strike Grounds United Nigeria Airlines Plane in Lagos
A bird strike incident at Lagos airport has grounded a United Nigeria Airlines Airbus A320, causing flight disruptions. The airline apologises to passengers and assures safety checks are underway.
Kano Investigates Mother's Death After Surgery, Scissors Left Inside
Kano State launches probe into Aishatu Umar's death after surgery. Family alleges surgical scissors left inside her body led to fatal complications. Government vows transparent investigation.
Woman Dies After Hospital Leaves Scissors in Stomach
A Kano husband accuses Abubakar Imam Urology Centre of fatal negligence after a surgical error. His wife endured months of pain before scans revealed scissors left inside her. Read the full tragic story.
Woman dies after surgeons leave scissors in her stomach
Aishatu Umar, a mother of five, has died in Kano after a pair of surgical scissors was left inside her abdomen for four months. Her family demands justice and a government investigation into the medical negligence.
Agbakoba Calls for Urgent Health Regulatory Overhaul
Senior Advocate Olisa Agbakoba demands an independent health authority and legislative reform to tackle medical negligence, citing systemic failures and recent tragic cases. Urgent action needed.
Coal Truck Crash Kills 12 on Abuja-Lokoja Road
A speeding coal truck killed 12 bystanders, including children, on the Abuja-Lokoja Highway. The FRSC confirms the tragic accident and blames dangerous driving. Read the full details.
Adichie Sues Hospital Over Son's Death, Cites Negligence
Nigerian author Chimamanda Adichie demands accountability from a Lagos hospital after her 21-month-old son's death. Legal notice alleges medical negligence and demands records.
FG Releases 2026 Travel Advisory for Nigerians, Foreigners
The Nigerian government has issued updated travel advice for 2026, outlining essential safety and legal steps for citizens abroad and foreigners visiting. Stay informed and travel smart.
Firm Wins AfriSAFE Award, Urges Nigeria to Pass Safety Law
Finsbury Heinz Limited wins AfriSAFE Auditing Company of the Year 2025. Its MD, Jamiu Badmos, calls on the Nigerian government to urgently sign the Occupational Safety and Health Bill into law to save lives.
UK's Youngest Dementia Patient Dies at 24
Andre Yarham, the UK's youngest dementia patient, has died at 24. His family donated his brain to science to help research into the cruel, rare disease. Learn the signs.
American Rapper DDG Says Nigeria Safer Than US
American rapper DDG declares he feels safer in Nigeria than the US during his January 2026 visit, praising the country's communal unity and sparking mixed reactions online. Read the full story.
Onazi's Harrowing Drunk Driving Ordeal in Lagos
Super Eagles midfielder Ogenyi Onazi shares a terrifying brush with death caused by drunk drivers in Lagos. He calls on authorities for urgent action to make roads safer.
Omokri Supports DDG: Nigeria Safer Than US
Reno Omokri defends rapper DDG's view that Nigeria is less dangerous than America. He urges Nigerians to stop 'de-marketing' the country and embrace patriotism.
Night Shift Neglect: Cashier Sleeps as Dad Seeks Help
NCAA's Michael Achimugu recounts a hospital cashier sleeping on duty as his daughter needed emergency care. He calls for a overhaul of Nigeria's night shift work culture. Read his full story.
DDG: Nigeria Not as Dangerous as America
American rapper DDG counters Western media narratives on Nigeria's safety from Lagos. He argues gun violence is worse in the US, urging visitors to see for themselves.
Fatal Accident on Oshodi-Isolo Expressway Claims Life
A tragic road accident on Lagos's Oshodi-Isolo Expressway leaves one dead and several injured. Get the full details on the crash and the official response.
Oyemykke Reacts to Anthony Joshua Crash, Calls Nigerians Lawless
Media personality Oyemykke challenges Nigerians blaming the country for Anthony Joshua's fatal accident, citing everyday lawlessness. Read the full debate on citizen responsibility vs. governance.
Driver in Anthony Joshua Crash May Face Prosecution
The driver in the crash that injured boxer Anthony Joshua and killed two may be prosecuted for dangerous driving. FRSC findings cite excessive speed and wrongful overtaking as key factors. Read the full details.
18 Killed in Jigawa Road Accident on Dutse-Kiyawa Road
A devastating collision between two cars and a tipper truck on the Dutse-Kiyawa Road in Jigawa State has claimed 18 lives, with two others critically injured. Police confirm the victims were from Fa'ke village.
Lagos Island High-Rise Buildings Pose Fire Risk - BCPG
The Building Collapse Prevention Guild raises alarm over systemic fire safety failures in Lagos Island skyscrapers after the Great Nigeria Insurance inferno. Urgent government action demanded.
Why Driver in Anthony Joshua's Crash Must Face Law - Witness
A detailed account from a witness to the aftermath of Anthony Joshua's tragic accident in Ogun State. Discover why the parked truck's driver is being called to face justice. Read the full analysis.
Anthony Joshua Escapes Death in Ogun, Natasha Reacts
Boxing star Anthony Joshua injured, two friends killed in Ogun crash. Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan commiserates, demands urgent FRSC reforms and highway safety upgrades. Read more.
Man Screams After Seeing Anthony Joshua's Wrecked Car
A Nigerian man's viral video captures the devastating aftermath of the accident involving boxer Anthony Joshua. See the wreckage and public reactions.
AY Reacts to Anthony Joshua's Fatal Accident, Sparks Debate
Comedian AY links Anthony Joshua's fatal accident to government failure, sparking mixed reactions from fans. Two lives were lost in the crash involving the boxer. Read the full story.
Mojisola Adelakun: 25 Years On, A Mother's Legacy & Nigeria's Failures
25 years after Mojisola Adelakun's fatal accident, her daughter's tribute sparks deep reflection on Nigeria's governance failures and needless loss of life. A call for institutional reform.
FRSC: Speed Caused Anthony Joshua's Crash on Lagos-Ibadan Road
The FRSC confirms excessive speed and wrongful overtaking caused the crash involving boxer Anthony Joshua on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. Two died, Joshua sustained minor injuries. Read the full report.
Anthony Joshua Accident on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway Kills 2
Two people died in an accident involving boxer Anthony Joshua on Nigeria's deadliest highway. Learn about the dangers of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, its accident hotspots, and ongoing safety concerns. Stay informed.
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