Healthcare Delays Underestimate Nigeria's Disease Burden
Medical expert warns delayed care and low NHIA enrollment mask Nigeria's true disease burden. Calls for community action and stronger PHC to achieve Universal Health Coverage.
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New Book Reveals The Burden On Nigerian Legislators
Senator Effiong Bob's new book, 'The Burden of Legislators in Nigeria', challenges public perception, detailing the internal pressures, godfatherism, and unrealistic expectations that hamper effective lawmaking in the National and State Assemblies.
Nigerian Doctors Sound Alarm on Rising NCDs, Propose Solution
The Society of Lifestyle Medicine of Nigeria warns that unhealthy habits are fueling a silent epidemic of chronic diseases. Experts advocate for the DREAMS framework—Diet, Relationships, Exercise, Avoidance, Mental health, Sleep—as a proven, cost-effectiv
Omije Ojumi's Last Birthday Video Fuels Health Speculation
A video of late gospel singer Bunmi Akinnaanu's last birthday in hospital has emerged, with fans noting a dialysis patch. Details on the speculation and reactions.
FG Sets Up Technical Team to Tackle Sheep and Goat Disease
Nigeria's Federal Government inaugurates a 33-member Technical Working Group to combat Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR), a major threat to livestock and food security. Learn about the national strategy.
Doctor: Too Much Sugar Puts Children's Hearts at Risk
A Gombe cardiologist warns parents about sugary drinks in school lunches, linking them to future heart disease, hypertension, and diabetes in children. Learn how to protect your child's health.
TG Omori on failed kidney transplant, brutal cost of treatment
Music video director TG Omori opens up on his unsuccessful kidney transplant in 2024 and the staggering financial burden of staying alive with the disease. Read his emotional story and the public's reaction.
Edo Targets 2.2m Children for Measles, Rubella Jab
Edo State aims to vaccinate 2.2 million children against measles and rubella in a major 2026 campaign. Learn about the dates, strategy, and how to protect your child.
Aptech Nigeria Launches AI Career Program with Internships
Aptech Nigeria launches a new AI Career Program offering tech skills, paid internships, and pathways to international degrees. Learn how to apply for this job-ready training.
Lassa Fever Kills 4, Including Pregnant Women, in Nasarawa
A Lassa fever outbreak in Nasarawa's Awe LGA has claimed four lives, forcing a hospital closure. Health officials cite poor case handling and lack of resources as major challenges. Read more.
Woman Pays Off Late Mother's N55 Million Debt
A Nigerian woman's emotional journey to clear her late mother's N55 million debt ends in triumph. Read her inspiring story of sacrifice and honour.
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.
Okoya's 86th Birthday: Free Healthcare for 1,500 in Lagos
Industrialist Chief Rasaq Okoya launches an 8-day free medical outreach for Eti-Osa residents, covering bills and offering transport fare. A model for private sector health intervention.
Nigeria's Debt & 2026 Taxes Strain Citizens Under Tinubu
Analysis: Nigeria's public debt surged 71% under Tinubu to ₦149.39 trillion. Combined with new 2026 tax laws, experts warn of a severe strain on the economy and daily life for Nigerians.
Clergyman: Wife's Long-Term Financial Role Hurts Marriage
A Nigerian clergyman warns that prolonged financial responsibility by wives can strain marriages, urging men to be intentional providers. Read his full advice.
Heavy Metals Found in Yobe Water, Linked to Kidney Disease
A new report reveals dangerous levels of cadmium, lead, and arsenic in Yobe water samples, driving a decades-long kidney failure crisis. Researchers urge immediate action.
Ayodele: Using Yale Training to Boost Nigeria's Health Networks
Nigerian-born clinician Ayo-ige Ayodele plans to use his Yale epidemiology training to strengthen infectious disease control and bridge health gaps in underserved communities. Read his vision for Nigeria.
U.S. Visa Ban Threatens Nigeria-US Air Travel, Airlines Warn
Nigeria's aviation sector braces for a sharp drop in passenger traffic as U.S. visa restrictions take effect January 2026. Experts warn of economic fallout for airlines and travel agencies. Read more.
Trump Orders US Strikes on ISIS in Nigeria
US President Donald Trump announced deadly military strikes against ISIS terrorists in Northwest Nigeria on Christmas, citing attacks on Christians. Read the full details.
LCCI: N15.52tr Debt Service a Huge Fiscal Burden
LCCI warns Nigeria's N15.52 trillion debt service allocation threatens economic stability. DG Chinyere Almona calls for stricter borrowing, revenue mobilisation. Read the full analysis.
Sickle Cell Foundation Raises Alarm Over Cost of Cure and Care
Anissa Sickle Cell Foundation reveals the crushing financial burden of sickle cell disease in Nigeria, with crisis care hitting N1 million and a cure costing N85 million. It calls for urgent NHIS coverage and policy action.
Experts Urge Policy Action on Nigeria's Sickle Cell Burden
Health experts call for sustained policies and public education to tackle Nigeria's high sickle cell disease burden. They stress genotype testing and ending discrimination.
Balkan Model: How to Stop a Cattle Disease Outbreak
As France battles lumpy skin disease, experts point to the Balkans' 2016 success: rapid vaccination and culls controlled the outbreak in months. Learn the key strategies.
French Farmers Protest Cattle Culls Over Disease Control
France's agriculture minister urges farmers to trust government's cattle culling and vaccination plan to control lumpy skin disease, as protests block roads. Read the full story.
Ginger Farmers Face Dwindling Yields, Rising Pest Infestations
Nigeria's ginger sector is in crisis as fungal blight decimates crops, causing over N12bn losses and a 74% export drop. Experts call for disease-resistant seeds and value chain investment to save the industry.
414 Mpox Cases, 6 Deaths in 33 Nigerian States
Health experts raise alarm as NCDC confirms 414 Mpox cases and six deaths across 33 states. Stakeholders call for stronger surveillance, vaccination, and public education to curb the persistent spread.
FG Made 4 Emergency Cholera Vaccine Requests - WHO
As Nigeria battles a worsening cholera outbreak with over 22,000 cases, the FG sought emergency vaccine allocations four times. Learn about the global response and impact.
AfDB approves $500m loan for Nigeria's budget
African Development Bank approves $500 million budget support for Nigeria to boost non-oil revenues and energy sector reforms. Learn how this impacts Nigeria's economic growth.
Common Sweetener Sorbitol Linked to Liver Disease
New research reveals sorbitol, a common sweetener in sugar-free gum and drinks, may trigger deadly liver disease by disrupting gut bacteria. Learn the risks.
Lions Club supports Hansen's disease settlers in Ogun
Sagamu Metropolitan Lions Club provided food and supplies to Oke-Eriwo Hansen Disease Settlement during World Service Day. The humanitarian visit addressed critical needs of residents.
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