Jehovah's Witnesses' strict prohibition on blood transfusions in Nigeria leads to preventable deaths, as cases like Tutu and Aunty Esther highlight conflicts between religious beliefs and medical care.
External accreditation, like JCI standards, is crucial for strengthening trust in African healthcare by ensuring quality, safety, and global benchmarks, reducing medical travel abroad.
Health experts in Edo State express deep concern over persistent data deficiencies impacting quality healthcare decision-making and service delivery, as highlighted at a recent stakeholders' meeting.
Russia's health ministry introduces guidelines to refer women who do not want children to psychologists, aiming to boost birth rates amid a severe demographic crisis worsened by the Ukraine conflict.
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Nigeria urges a new global framework to manage health professional migration, citing severe strain on fragile systems. Minister Salako highlights workforce shortages and proposes solutions like compensation and training.
Borno State government has directed the employment of 473 health workers, including doctors and nurses, and pledged a 100% rural allowance for doctors to improve healthcare in underserved areas.
Aids Healthcare Foundation Nigeria calls on the European Union to ensure equitable distribution of vaccines and treatments in global health emergencies, warning of risks if the Pandemic Agreement fails to include fair provisions for low-income countries.
Lagos State Government and CEWHIN have introduced a Standard Operating Procedure to improve service delivery for children, youths, and other vulnerable populations, supported by RoLAC and International IDEA.
The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria has reaffirmed its readiness to work with Anambra State government to advance healthcare reforms and expand access to quality medicines.
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The Federal Government has allocated N73.4 billion for tuberculosis drugs and commodities to prevent shortages, while deploying over 1,000 diagnostic devices to remote areas for faster detection.
A new salary comparison reveals Nigerian doctors earn dramatically less than UK counterparts at every career level, fueling brain drain concerns in Nigeria's healthcare sector.
The Lagos State Government has launched a full investigation into the death of socialite Elena following a Brazilian Butt Lift procedure at a local clinic. HEFAMAA is examining compliance with safety standards.
The Network for Health Equity and Development urges federal action to tax high-sugar and high-fat foods, citing a jump in cardiovascular disease from 5% to 30% prevalence in Nigeria.
The Lagos State Government has initiated a thorough investigation through HEFAMAA into the death of socialite Elena Jessica following a Brazilian Butt Lift procedure at a registered clinic.
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Benin City, Edo State capital, has won a $1 million Bloomberg innovation award after being selected among top global cities in the prestigious Bloomberg Mayors Challenge for its bold healthcare delivery solutions.
NAFDAC DG Dr. Christianah Adeyeye warns that alcohol consumption fuels banditry, suicide, and health risks in Nigeria, citing studies on youth addiction and violence.
Three federal agencies have launched a coordinated nationwide campaign to enforce the ban on sachet alcohol and small bottles, aiming to reduce underage drinking despite protests from manufacturers and workers.
Male nurses in Nigeria reveal experiences of verbal and emotional gender-based violence from female colleagues, calling for training and workplace harmony to address abuse in healthcare settings.
Ogun State's healthcare transformation from 2019 to 2026 includes boat ambulances, expanded insurance coverage, and renovated facilities, significantly improving emergency response and maternal care.
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Nigeria's Health Minister Mohammed Pate explains ministry's poor 2025 performance, citing only ₦36m released from ₦218bn capital budget due to cash planning system and donor funding delays.
The French government launches a campaign encouraging citizens under 30 to have children earlier, addressing a declining birth rate that threatens population stability and economic sustainability.
Nigeria faces a severe public health emergency with 43,000 snakebite cases annually, as victims pay up to N250,000 per antivenom dose amid shortages and preventable deaths.
The Federal Government has approved a 300% increase in nurses' annual uniform allowance from N20,000 to N80,000, effective January 2026, following sustained pressure from nursing unions.
Recent snakebite fatalities in Nigeria, including a singer, teacher, and farmers, expose critical gaps in emergency healthcare, anti-venom availability, and rural infrastructure.
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The tragic death of singer Ifunanya Nwangene highlights Nigeria's failing healthcare system, with only 5.1% budget allocation and basic treatments unavailable.
Dr. Chin Akano reveals snake antivenom costs N209,000 per vial, making it unaffordable for hospitals and patients, triggering widespread reactions.
Medical Director of Gombe Snakebite Hospital reveals anti-venom scarcity and exorbitant costs, with patients paying up to N750,000 for treatment.
A Nigerian doctor criticizes primary healthcare neglect following singer Ifunanya Nwangene's death from a snake bite, urging government action and budget allocation reforms.
A new report highlights air pollution as the world's largest environmental health risk, linked to millions of premature deaths annually in cities like New Delhi and London.
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Kano state government projects 600,000-700,000 births in 2026 based on 3.5% population growth, warning of strain on health facilities and a 4,000-worker deficit.
