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.
New 10-year study reveals excessive screen exposure in infancy slows decision-making and increases anxiety. Experts say it's not too late to reverse effects with interactive activities. Learn how to protect your child's development.
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.
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.
Discover the surprising early careers of global leaders like Modi, Tinubu, and Maduro before they rose to power. Their journeys from tea sellers to accountants show diverse paths to leadership. Read more inspiring stories!
Okafor Oluchukwu Charity shares a harrowing account of alleged abuse by her sister-in-law during her early marriage, starting at age 19. Read her full story and the impact of such family conflicts.
Divine VirtuKidz Academy, an international virtual preschool, is now enrolling children for its 2026 session. The academy offers a holistic, global education focusing on English mastery, multilingual skills, and divine virtues from January 12, 2026.
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.
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.
The Fafunwa Educational Foundation opposes the government's reversal of mother tongue instruction, citing weak implementation, not the policy itself, as the cause of poor exam results. Learn why experts defend this approach.
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.
The Star Education and Leadership Initiative commissions a free community library for over 500 children in Plateau State, funded by a US exchange programme. Discover how this project aims to boost literacy and learning.
Health experts in Nigeria stress the critical need for routine prostate cancer screening for men aged 40+. Early detection saves lives and reduces the disease's growing burden.
A Nigerian lady's kind gesture backfires as her nanny returns December salary sent early. The nanny's firm request to 'stick to the 31st' sparks hilarious online reactions. Read the full story.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A Nigerian mother shares a chilling TikTok video after a masked man was discovered inside her children's school early in the morning. Pupils raised the alarm, leading to his arrest. Read the full story and netizens' reactions.
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.
Discover eight compelling reasons why starting your Christmas shopping in the first week of December saves money, reduces stress, and lets you enjoy the festive season. Act now for a smoother holiday!
The Ijir Tamen, the Tiv apex body in Taraba, warns against rising early marriages among girls and insecurity. It calls for focus on education and praises the governor's security response. Read more.
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.
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.
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.
President Bola Tinubu launches Global Flood Disaster Management Project to combat climate change effects and enhance Nigeria's flood resilience through proactive measures.
Senator Sunday Marshall Katung sponsors crucial bill to address Nigeria's sickle cell crisis. The legislation aims to establish treatment centers and promote local drug production to save lives.
Professor Isaac Albert emphasizes the critical need for community-driven early warning systems to prevent conflicts and advance sustainable development in the Niger Delta region.
Health experts at Nigeria's 2025 World GIS Day emphasized innovative collaboration using Geographic Information Systems to advance health equity and disease eradication across Africa.
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.