Kano State Fire Service successfully rescued 65-year-old Khadija Muhammad after she fell into a well in Gafiyawa town. The emergency response team acted swiftly following a distress call. Learn about safety measures to prevent such incidents.
Federal Government seeks applications for National Health Fellows Programme. Nigerians aged 25-35 with health sciences, IT, or social sciences degrees encouraged to apply before deadline.
The West African Institute of Public Health advocates technology integration to address Nigeria's growing non-communicable disease burden. Learn how digital solutions can transform healthcare.
Severe flooding in Thailand and Malaysia has claimed 33 lives and displaced tens of thousands. Emergency measures deployed as climate change intensifies extreme weather.
LASEPA reveals 25% of hospital diseases in Lagos stem from environmental pollution. 74 industries sanctioned. Report polluters for a healthier Lagos.
UNICEF warns Nigeria faces child welfare emergency with millions out of school due to insecurity and collapsing services. Stakeholders demand urgent action to protect children's future.
UN warns rising insecurity in Northern Nigeria could push 35 million into severe hunger during 2026 lean season. WFP emergency resources deplete by December without urgent funding.
Nigeria Union of Teachers declares national emergency over school attacks, threatens nationwide strike if government fails to secure classrooms and protect staff.
Tragedy strikes as customer collapses and dies while waiting for food at Bulawayo eatery. Police investigation ongoing. Learn emergency response tips.
Prof. Bolaji Akinyemi urges President Tinubu to declare nationwide security emergency, recalling retired military officers and suspending governors' immunity in terror zones.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio warns Nigeria's health funding falls critically short of commitments. The Senate moves to pass key bills, including doubling the Basic Healthcare Provision Fund, to tackle systemic crises.
Nigerian rapper Falz calls for citizens to demand security accountability from lawmakers beyond social media activism. He questions government handling of recent kidnappings in Kwara and Niger states.
Tony Elumelu Foundation partners with Federal Fire Service to train 7,400 Nigerians across all 36 states and FCT on essential fire safety skills and emergency response procedures.
Environmental expert Oluwaferanmi Akinyemi reveals how Nigeria can combat climate-health challenges through resilience, data systems, and community engagement. Learn the urgent priorities.
Former VP Atiku Abubakar calls for state of emergency after gunmen abduct students from St. Mary's Catholic School in Niger state. President Tinubu cancels foreign trips amid crisis.
Former VP Atiku calls for state of emergency after gunmen abduct students from St. Mary's School in Papiri. Read his urgent plea for action.
Brain Health Initiative Nigeria urges National Assembly to integrate brain health into national policies as Africa faces $54 billion annual losses from brain disorders and productivity decline.
Public health expert Dr. Cindy Iheanetu urges Nigeria to implement mandatory hepatitis B vaccination at birth and data-driven health policies to reduce maternal mortality and disease spread.
Limited infrastructure, unreliable power and digital illiteracy slow Nigeria's digital health transformation. Legislative action needed to achieve Universal Health Coverage goals.
Federal Government warns of dangerous chemical and microbial contamination in groundwater across Kogi, Lagos, and Kebbi states. Health risks include neurological damage and kidney failure. Urgent action required.
Head-on train collision in southern Czech Republic leaves 57 injured. Emergency services respond as investigation reveals possible signal violation. Read full details.
Lagos State celebrates Health Emergency Initiative's decade of strengthening emergency care, training 149,000 first responders and supporting 50,000 patients across 16 states.
University of Ibadan's Veterinary Public Health department celebrates 50 years, stakeholders call for evidence-based research and government support for food safety and national health.
The Health Sector Reform Coalition raises alarm over Nigeria's underfunded health system, warning of disrupted immunisation and maternal care. Urgent action is needed to stop the 'Japa' syndrome.
Federal Government directs NCoS PROs to enhance media relations for transparency and public confidence. CG Nwakuche emphasizes PR as cornerstone of service reforms.
NAFDAC destroys counterfeit and expired products worth N20 billion in Ibadan to protect public health. Agency vows to continue fight against unsafe goods.
Africa CDC hails Nigeria's health sector reforms as continental model. Nigeria to pilot G20 health financing. Learn how this impacts universal health coverage.
Tremane Wood, whose death sentence was commuted by Governor Kevin Stitt, was found unresponsive in his cell hours later. Read the dramatic details of this emotional case.
Nigeria faces emergency as 50 million cattle face feeding crisis. Minister reveals livestock sector could generate $94 billion with proper development. Urgent action needed.
Nigerian health workers under JOHESU begin an indefinite strike from Nov 14, 2025, paralyzing public hospitals. The action follows failed government negotiations on salary adjustments. Read more.