Erinomo Assumes Role as FETHI Acting Chief Medical Director
Dr. Olagoke Erinomo takes over as acting CMD of Federal Teaching Hospital Ido Ekiti, pledging to sustain quality healthcare services. Read about the leadership transition and future plans.
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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.
UK Enforces Daytime Junk Food Advertising Ban
Britain starts a landmark ban on junk food ads on TV before 9pm and online to fight childhood obesity, aiming to cut 7.2 billion child calories yearly. Read the full story.
Nigerian Mum Dies in UK, Family Seeks Help
Damilola Balogun, a Nigerian mother of three in the UK, has died after fluid on the brain. Her family, left in financial crisis, is appealing for support for funeral costs and her children.
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Displaced Women in Sokoto Suffer Extreme Heat in IDP Camps
Women in informal displacement camps in Sokoto, Nigeria, describe unbearable heat that feels like dying. Climate change worsens conditions, threatening maternal health and survival. Read their harrowing stories.
Rotary Club honours first baby of the year in Lagos
The Rotary Club of Lagos Central marked its 44th year celebrating the first baby born at Lagos Island Maternity Hospital with gifts and staff awards. Read about this heartwarming tradition.
Teen Pays Hospital Bills for Mothers at Lagos Maternity
A 15-year-old Nigerian student, Onate Oton-Efebo, has paid the outstanding bills of several mothers at Lagos Island Maternity Hospital. Read this heartwarming story of youthful generosity.
Violence in Pregnancy Linked to Child Intellectual Disability
Medical expert Dr. Maryam Ahmed Almustapha warns that physical abuse during pregnancy can harm fetal brain development, leading to intellectual disability. Urgent action needed.
Makoko's Malaria Crisis: Herbal Remedies Replace Healthcare
In Makoko, Lagos, limited healthcare forces residents to self-diagnose and treat malaria with unproven herbal remedies, risking drug resistance and severe health complications. Read the full investigation.
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Doctor's Viral 2026 Health Advice to Nigerian Men
Nigerian doctor Zainab Suleiman Buhari advises men seeking a long, healthy life with a viral 2026 message: avoid investigating every hole. Read her crucial health warning.
7,000 Get Free Eye Care in Katsina Foundation Drive
Mangal Foundation provides free eye surgeries and care to 7,000 vulnerable patients in Katsina in 2025, extending its life-changing healthcare mission across borders.
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How to Build a Sustainable Home Workout Routine in Nigeria
Learn how to create a powerful fitness routine at home in Nigeria using bodyweight exercises, smart structure, and sustainable habits. No gym or fancy equipment required for real results.
Girls Thrive Initiative Launched for Abuja Adolescent Girls
Omidan Health and Empowerment Initiative launches Girls Thrive, a co-created FLHE programme for girls 15-19 in Gbazango, Abuja, funded by Philantify. Empowering health, leadership & economic resilience.
Doctors, Educators Sound Alarm on Children's Health, Education
Medical and education stakeholders in Lagos highlight the urgent impact of national insecurity on children's mental and physical wellness, calling for government intervention. Read their crucial recommendations.
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Doctors to Resume Nationwide Strike on January 12
NARD announces a total, indefinite strike from January 12, 2026, over unmet welfare agreements. Protests planned nationwide. Full story on the healthcare crisis.
Okoya's 86th Birthday: Free Medical Outreach for Ajah Community
Industrialist Razaq Okoya marks his 86th birthday with a free one-week medical camp in Ajah, offering vital health services to over 1,000 residents. Join the outreach from Jan 5-12, 2026.
Free Surgeries, Medical Outreach Transform Odogbolu Lives
The Detola Abike Mogaji Memorial Foundation provided free surgeries and medical care to over 200 residents during the Odogbolu Heritage Festival. Read about this life-changing outreach.
St. Ives Hospital's 2025 Year-End Soiree: A Night of Celebration
St. Ives Hospital capped off a remarkable 2025 with a vibrant end-of-year party for staff. The event celebrated successful births, staff dedication, and the hospital's growth. Read more about this unforgettable evening.
Night Shift Neglect: Cashier Sleeps as Dad Seeks Help
NCAA's Michael Achimugu recounts a hospital cashier sleeping on duty as his daughter needed emergency care. He calls for a overhaul of Nigeria's night shift work culture. Read his full story.
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Mahmoud Hails First Lady's First Baby of the Year Initiative
FCT Minister Mariya Mahmoud commended First Lady Oluremi Tinubu's First Baby initiative, highlighting healthcare commitments and neonatal kit distributions in Abuja for 2026.
Ugboma Steps Down as UPTH CMD, Orluwene Takes Over
Prof. Henry Ugboma concludes his tenure as UPTH Chief Medical Director, formally handing over to Prof. Chituru Orluwene. Explore the legacy and future of the teaching hospital.
Study: Sugar Substitute Sorbitol Can Harm Liver
New research reveals sorbitol, a common sugar alcohol, can convert to fructose in the liver, challenging its 'healthy' label. Learn the risks for Nigerian diets.
Nigeria's Healthcare and Education in Crisis
Nigeria's healthcare and education systems face severe neglect, with fewer than 35,000 doctors for 200 million people. Explore the impact of insecurity and the resilience of Nigerians. Read more.
Nigeria, Others Miss 2025 Anaemia Reduction Target
Nigeria and other African nations have failed to meet the 2025 anaemia reduction goal. Experts now develop acceleration plans for 2030, focusing on women and children's health.
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Nigeria Pushes for Stronger West Africa Health Security
Nigeria's Federal Government pledges stronger regional collaboration on health security in West Africa, aligning with Africa CDC's agenda. Learn about the key initiatives and commitments.
Nigeria's Health Sector: 2025 Challenges and Reforms
Nigeria's health sector faced Lassa fever outbreaks, a funding freeze, and a doctor exodus in 2025. Discover the government's response and restructuring efforts for 2026.
Nigerian Medical Association Criticises FG's 2025 Health Record
The Nigerian Medical Association, Lagos, condemns the Federal Government's handling of healthcare in 2025 as unacceptable. It demands better welfare, funding, and policies to stop brain drain and improve access for Nigerians.
Foundation Seeks More Support for Scoliosis Patients
Scoliosis Focus Foundation urges campaigns for awareness and care in Nigeria. Founder Dr. Ayomide Akintan Adejuwon highlights gaps in treatment and calls for public and government support.
NGOs Urge Govt to Boost Health Funding, Stop Brain Drain
CISLAC and VNDC call for increased, protected health financing and urgent solutions to Nigeria's healthcare workforce crisis. Experts warn systemic issues threaten universal health coverage goals.
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41 Die in South Africa Circumcision Initiation
At least 41 young men have died in South Africa's traditional initiation schools. Authorities blame negligence and illegal facilities. Read the full report.
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