The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare inaugurates sub-committees for the 67th National Council on Health, urging evidence-based recommendations to improve healthcare delivery in Nigeria.
Nollywood stars, including Jide Kosoko and Lateef Adedimeji, gathered on August 21, 2026, to pray for veteran actor Taiwo Hassan Ogogo battling serious illness.
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Nigeria's FEC has approved an amendment to decriminalise attempted suicide, shifting from punishment to mental health care, targeting a 15% reduction in suicide cases by 2030.
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Nearly 400 Somolu residents received free health screening, medicines and LASHMA insurance enrolment during a two-day outreach by General Hospital, Somolu and partners.
Ebola outbreak fatality rate exceeds 46%, with 1,200 deaths reported. WHO warns the outbreak is nearing pandemic level as cases spread across multiple countries.
A Nigerian lady has accused a private hospital in Egbeda of poor care after a doctor dismissed her when she returned with persistent symptoms, urging private hospitals to improve patient handling.
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Nigerian doctors warn that insulin prices have jumped from ₦5,000 to ₦25,000, endangering Type 1 diabetes patients. They call for government subsidies and policies to ensure affordable treatment.
Anambra State Government orders immediate water testing from boreholes and wells in flood-affected communities to prevent cholera, typhoid, and diarrhoea outbreaks.
Veteran actors Jide Kosoko and Yinka Quadri explain why ailing colleague Taiwo 'Ogogo' Hassan cannot be moved from his hospital despite hundreds of medical offers, citing his stage-four cancer condition.
WHO Director-General Tedros Ghebreyesus says the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in DRC remains far from control, with nearly 5,000 infected and international spread risk still high.
Promise Mgbeosoro went viral after lamenting that childbirth left her vagina so wide she cannot feel her husband during intimacy, causing marital strain.
A Nigerian man claims to have a cure for stage four cancer, citing an FRSC officer's recovery, but laments inability to contact veteran actor Taiwo Hassan 'Ogogo's' family.
The National Open University of Nigeria has launched the Tertiary Institutions Social Health Insurance Programme for students, appointing four new HMOs and issuing health cards for access to designated hospitals.
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A student's pregnancy scare from the pull-out method almost derailed her master's degree plans. She learned that hoping is not a contraceptive strategy and now advocates for informed choices.
Italy's Elective Residency Visa requires proof of stable passive income exceeding 31,000 euros per year, plus specific documents, for foreigners planning to retire without working.
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Dr Olusina Ajidahun clarifies that hospitals didn't refuse to treat Ogogo but moved him to palliative care after chemo was explored, warning against herbal remedies.
Senator Solomon Adeola (Yayi) personally arranged urgent cancer treatment for veteran actor Taiwo Hassan (Ogogo), who was admitted to the operating theatre, according to filmmaker Toyosi Adesanya.
A Muslim cleric has prepared a herbal mixture for actor Taiwo Ogogo battling stage 4 cancer, offering it free despite a N320,000 fee, and seeks help to reach the actor's family.
Canada's immigration site lists two categories exempt from proof of funds: Canadian Experience Class applicants and those with valid job offers, easing visa process.
New Zealand mandates pregnant visa applicants show NZD 9,000 (over N7 million) in bank for maternity costs, on top of living and travel funds.
Finland requires foreign students to show at least EUR 9,600 (about N15m) in their bank account for a one-year residence permit. Shorter courses need EUR 800 monthly. Scholarships and free accommodation reduce the amount.
Lima Taiwo, daughter of Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan (Ogogo), has refuted a viral blog post falsely claiming her father died, urging the public to ignore the fake news.
A MainPower Electricity Distribution Limited staff, Samson Okechi, died from electric shock during maintenance at Eke, Udi LGA, Enugu State, on August 13, 2026.
Abdulkabir Olowe, a first-class AgricTech graduate from FUTMINNA, has been accepted into the competitive DataraFlow 6-month internship covering data science, ML, and AI.
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The UK banned new gel nail products containing TPO from August 15, 2026, due to reproductive health risks. Existing stock can be used until February 14, 2027. Nigeria has not yet banned TPO.
A British couple on their honeymoon and their Greek pilot died when their private helicopter crashed on Sifnos, Greece, just metres from the landing pad on Monday.
Spain's 2026 residency permit fees: Americans pay $140, others $106, effective January 1, 2026, for non-lucrative visas.
Kira Taiwo, daughter of Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan (Ogogo), reveals doctors said the 66-year-old Stage 4 cancer patient is too fragile to fly abroad for treatment.
A Nigerian doctor, The Beared Dr Sina, has responded to Taiwo Hassan 'Ogogo's' Stage 4 cancer diagnosis, urging the family to embrace palliative care and avoid herbal remedies, which he says could harm the actor.
Rev Nankur Peter Kundul of COCIN died from a snakebite in Boltim village, Langtang South, Plateau State. Pastor Rinkyer Asaph confirmed the death, noting that at least two other Christians died from snakebites in the past week, urging authorities to act.