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Non-native malaria vector detected in Nigeria by NIMR

NIMR confirms the first detection of the invasive Anopheles stephensi mosquito in Gombe, Nigeria. This urban-adapted vector poses a major new threat to malaria control efforts nationwide. Read more.

NIPRD Flags Nigeria's Reliance on One WHO Antimalarial

NIPRD warns Nigeria's reliance on a single WHO-prequalified antimalarial limits local manufacturing. The institute trains pharma firms to tap into the $161m global market, urging tax reliefs and incentives.

Land Grabbing May End in Rivers with New Community Committee

Alesa community in Rivers State inaugurates a Land Development Committee to combat land grabbing and fraudulent sales, backed by the state government and traditional ruler. This new system aims to protect investors and ensure secure land transactions.

Wike Appoints Galadima as SSA on Development Control

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike appoints retired director Mukhtar Galadima as Senior Special Assistant on development control and planning. Read about his 30-year experience and Wike's master plan enforcement.

Nigeria honours Mosaku for transforming HIV surveillance

On World AIDS Day 2025, Nigeria celebrates epidemiologist Lateefat Abiodun Mosaku for revolutionizing the nation's HIV data systems, improving public health decisions and epidemic control. Read how her work is saving lives.

Health Ministry Debunks False 86% HIV Claim in PH

Federal Ministry of Health dismisses viral 86% HIV prevalence report for Port Harcourt as false. Officials confirm no Nigerian state has rates near this figure. Get verified data from official sources.

MSF expands diphtheria response in Northern Nigeria

Médecins Sans Frontières escalates diphtheria intervention across Borno, Kano, and Bauchi states amid rising cases. Learn how the health crisis is unfolding and what's needed to contain it.

Genetic Project Aims to Curb Malaria in Nigeria

Diaspora Solution Group Nigeria launches groundbreaking research to reduce female Anopheles mosquito breeding using CRISPR technology. Join the fight against malaria in Osogbo this December.

Gov Bago Commissions SON Office in Niger State

Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago has officially commissioned the new Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) office complex in Minna, marking a significant milestone in the state's economic development and consumer protection efforts.

How Nigerian Celebrities Handle Public Scandals

Discover the evolving crisis management strategies of Nigerian celebrities facing public backlash - from emotional apologies to strategic silence and calculated social media moves.

JetBlue Plane Plunges: 15 Injured, Pilot Mayday Call

Chaos erupted aboard a JetBlue flight when the aircraft suddenly lost altitude over the US, leaving 15 passengers injured while air traffic control recorded the pilot's urgent pleas for assistance.

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