Lagos Agency Calls for Vigilance, Responsibility During Yuletide
Lagos State AIDS Control Agency urges residents to make safe choices, use health services, and reject stigma against people living with HIV during the festive season.
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Non-native malaria vector detected in Nigeria by NIMR
NIMR confirms the first detection of the invasive Anopheles stephensi mosquito in Gombe, Nigeria. This urban-adapted vector poses a major new threat to malaria control efforts nationwide. Read more.
Nigerian Prof. Emeje Named WHO Co-Chair on Traditional Medicine
Prof. Martins Emeje of Nigeria's NNMDA appointed WHO Co-Chair for traditional medicine governance. A major step for global health integration. Read more.
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.
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Nigerian Therapist Releases Reflective Healing Journal
Fisayo Dayo-Samuel launches 'You Are the Home You Never Leave,' a 30-day journal for emotional healing. 100 free copies distributed in Lagos, Ibadan, Abuja. Available globally on Amazon.
Nigerian Lady Seeks Help for Blind Twin Sister
A Nigerian chef appeals for help as her twin sister loses her sight. Fearing depression, she shares a heartfelt video online, sparking an outpouring of support and medical advice from netizens.
Man's Viral Self-Tribute Before Death Highlights Nigeria's Healthcare Failures
A Nigerian man's heartbreaking self-tribute before dying from a heart condition has gone viral, exposing demands for N2m deposits by Lagos hospitals and a failing healthcare system. Read his full story.
Nutritionists List 10 Unhealthy Christmas Eating Habits
Nutritionists Fiyinfoluwa Odukoya and Jane Ibude warn Nigerians about unhealthy eating and food safety risks this festive season. Learn how to celebrate wisely without harming your health.
Abuja Hospitals Deserted as JOHESU Strike Grinds On
The prolonged JOHESU strike has paralyzed Abuja's public health system. Wards are empty, services halted. Patients and doctors appeal for urgent government intervention to resolve the crisis.
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Bauchi Trains 800 Health Workers on Medical Supplies
Bauchi State has trained 800 health personnel to improve management of medical consumables across 350 facilities, backed by a N500 million investment to boost local procurement and prevent waste.
Nigeria, U.S. Sign $5.1 Billion Health Security Agreement
Nigeria and the US have signed a landmark $5.1 billion health agreement, blending $2.1B in US grants with $3B in Nigerian funding. This pact aims to strengthen primary healthcare and disease response from 2026-2030.
Cross River cracks down on unlicensed medical outfits
Cross River State declares zero tolerance for unlicensed medical practice. Health Commissioner warns against quackery after arrests, vows stronger enforcement in 2026 to protect public health.
Think Tank Unveiled to Fight Maternal, Newborn Deaths
Health stakeholders launch a Regional Think Tank to accelerate action on maternal, newborn, and child health in sub-Saharan Africa, aiming to avert thousands of preventable deaths. Read more.
Activist Dies After Hospital Strike, Writes Own Obituary
Kingsley Aneke's tragic death highlights Nigeria's healthcare crisis. His self-penned obituary blames hospital strikes and upfront payment demands. Read his powerful final plea for change.
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Nigeria's Sports Betting Crisis: 60 Million Daily Stakes
Nigeria's sports betting industry is set to hit $3.63B in 2025, with 60 million staking daily. We explore the dark side of this boom—addiction, financial ruin, and mental health issues—and propose real solutions for a responsible gambling society.
83 Kwara Health Facilities Revitalised by World Bank Project
The World Bank's IMPACT project has revitalised 83 Primary Health Centres in Kwara State, enhancing access to quality healthcare, safe deliveries, and immunisation for over 722,000 outpatients. Read more.
Petrol Station Workers Demand Health Insurance from IPMAN
Labour advocates urge IPMAN to provide health insurance for petrol station workers nationwide, citing daily exposure to toxic fumes and fire hazards. This follows NNPCL's new scheme for its retail workers.
Bayelsa Road Show for Measles-Rubella Vaccination Campaign
Bayelsa State launches a road show to sensitize residents ahead of the Measles-Rubella vaccination campaign from January 20-29, 2026. Health officials urge parents to vaccinate children aged 9-15 months.
Parkland Survivor Donovan Metayer Dies by Suicide at 26
Donovan Metayer, a survivor of the 2018 Parkland school shooting, has died by suicide at age 26. His family shares his story to break the silence on mental health and gun violence trauma. Read more.
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The Wire Actor James Ransone Dies at 46
James Ransone, famed for his role as Ziggy Sobotka in HBO's The Wire, has died at 46. Authorities confirm suicide as cause. Support mental health awareness today.
Woman reunites with family after kidney transplant
Nigerian woman Tovia reunites with her children after a successful kidney transplant funded by public donations, following abandonment by her husband after kidney failure during childbirth.
Men Over 40 Urged to Get Routine Prostate Cancer Tests
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.
Nigeria's Lassa Fever Cases Rise, Fatality Rate Increases
Nigeria reports 33 new Lassa fever cases in one week, with the national fatality rate climbing to 18.2%. NCDC details the outbreak response as NIPRD addresses a critical shortage of WHO-approved antimalarials.
Akingboye's Son Defends Father's Memory, Reveals Bipolar Diagnosis
Zion Akingboye accuses Oyeniyi Iwakun of dishonouring his late father's legacy with lies about his mental health. He reveals medical records confirming a 2019 Bipolar Disorder diagnosis. Read the full statement.
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Hypertension Hits 1 in 3 Ibadan Transport Workers
A new study reveals a hidden health crisis: nearly one-third of Ibadan's transport workers have hypertension. Learn the key risk factors and urgent public health recommendations.
James Ransone, 'The Wire' Actor, Dies by Suicide at 46
James Ransone, known for his role in 'The Wire,' has died by suicide in Los Angeles at age 46. He was a father of two and a survivor of sexual abuse. Read the full story.
Patient Seeks ED Treatment at Nigerian Hospital at 11 PM
A Nigerian doctor, Zainab Suleiman, expressed surprise after a patient arrived at the hospital late at night complaining of erectile dysfunction. Read her reaction and what it says about healthcare priorities.
US Commits $2.1bn to Nigeria Health, $200m for Christian Facilities
The US and Nigeria have signed a landmark $5.1 billion health agreement. The deal includes $200 million specifically for over 900 Christian faith-based health facilities serving millions nationwide.
U.S. Awards Nigerian Mental Health Advocate Aisha Bubah
Aisha Bubah receives the U.S. Mission's Trailblazer Award for her pivotal role in Nigeria's mental health reform and community care. Discover her impactful journey.
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Famfa Oil Commissions World-Class Hospital in Osun
Famfa Oil's new hospital aims to stop Nigeria's $7bn medical tourism drain. This private-sector move seeks to retain billions in forex and boost local healthcare.
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