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.
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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.
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.
NCoS Debunks TB 'Hotbeds' Report in Custodial Centres
The Nigerian Correctional Service has strongly refuted a report claiming prisons are TB hotbeds. PRO Jane Osuji labels the publication as irresponsible. Read the full statement.
NCoS Debunks Tuberculosis Outbreak Report in Prisons
The Nigerian Correctional Service refutes a media report claiming prisons are TB 'hotbeds,' citing robust health measures and collaboration with NTBLCP. Read the full statement.
Fire destroys four electronics shops in Ikotun, Lagos
A New Year's Day fire gutted four electronics shops in Ikotun, Lagos, destroying millions in goods. Quick action by neighbours and firefighters saved the building. No casualties were reported.
Fire guts Moore Pharmaceutical Store in Jalingo
A devastating fire razed Moore Pharmaceutical Store and other shops in Jalingo's Michelin area on Jan 1, 2026. No casualties, but traders face ruin. Read more and see how to help.
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.
Ebola Outbreak Leads to Lassa Fever Vaccine Development
Scientists reveal how the 2016 Ebola crisis accelerated work on a Lassa fever vaccine, now in human trials. Learn about the Oxford/CEPI project and plans for West Africa, including Nigeria.
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.
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.
Fire Outbreak at Great Nigeria Insurance House in Lagos
A major fire has gutted the 22-storey Great Nigeria Insurance House on Lagos Island. Emergency services are battling the blaze as the number of casualties remains unknown. Get the latest updates.
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.
Lagos begins second phase of polio outbreak response
Lagos State kicks off a 4-day second phase polio vaccination campaign targeting children under five. Health teams will visit homes and public spaces to administer the safe nOPV2 vaccine.
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.
Fire guts Abuja wood market, destroys property worth millions
A devastating fire swept through Abuja's Jabi wood market, destroying shops and goods worth millions of naira. Firefighters contained the blaze with no casualties reported. Traders appeal for government aid.
Spain's Pork Industry on Alert Over Swine Fever Outbreak
African Swine Fever detected in Spanish wild boars, causing major trade disruptions. Nigeria's importers should monitor the situation closely for potential market impacts.
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.
Canada Warns Citizens: Avoid Non-Essential Nigeria Travel
Canada warns citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Nigeria due to terrorism, kidnappings, and crime. Exercise high caution in Lagos and Calabar. Stay informed.
Peter Obi Decries Nigeria's Worsening Insecurity Crisis
Peter Obi questions Nigeria's leadership failure amid multiple kidnappings and attacks. Read his strong condemnation of the security situation and institutional decline.
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