Nigeria's Healthcare Neglect: Ifunanya Nwangene's Preventable Death
The tragic death of singer Ifunanya Nwangene highlights Nigeria's failing healthcare system, with only 5.1% budget allocation and basic treatments unavailable.
Category : Healthcare Policy
Doctor Decries High Cost of Snake Antivenom in Nigeria
Dr. Chin Akano reveals snake antivenom costs N209,000 per vial, making it unaffordable for hospitals and patients, triggering widespread reactions.
Anti-Snake Venom Crisis: Costs N250,000 Per Vial in Nigeria
Medical Director of Gombe Snakebite Hospital reveals anti-venom scarcity and exorbitant costs, with patients paying up to N750,000 for treatment.
Doctor Calls for Healthcare Reform After Singer's Death
A Nigerian doctor criticizes primary healthcare neglect following singer Ifunanya Nwangene's death from a snake bite, urging government action and budget allocation reforms.
Air Pollution Crisis: Millions Face Health Emergency
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.
Kano Expects 600,000-700,000 Babies in 2026, Faces Health Worker Shortage
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.
Kano Expects 700,000 Babies in 2026, Faces Health Worker Shortage
Kano State Government forecasts 600,000-700,000 births in 2026 based on 3.5% growth rate, warning of severe healthcare personnel deficit and facility strain.
FG Releases List of 774 National Health Fellows
The Federal Government has unveiled the complete roster of 774 National Health Fellows selected from every Local Government Area across Nigeria to strengthen the healthcare system.
Nwifuru Faults UNICEF Data on Ebonyi Health System
Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru challenges UNICEF's health data collection methods, urging better strategies to improve maternal and child health and end issues like open defecation.
Nurse Breaks Down 2026 Lagos Childbirth Costs
A Nigerian nurse details childbirth expenses in Lagos for 2026, revealing antenatal care from ₦450k, normal delivery ₦800k+, and emergency CS up to ₦2m+ with additional costs.
13 Key Components of Primary Health Care in Nigeria
Primary Health Care serves as the foundation of Nigeria's healthcare system. This article explores the 13 critical components that make PHC effective, from health education to disease prevention and treatment.
NAFDAC Begins Enforcement of Sachet Alcohol Ban
NAFDAC has commenced enforcement of the ban on alcoholic beverages in sachets and small plastic bottles to protect vulnerable groups from harmful consumption.
Multi-Stakeholder Meeting Aims to Scale PHC Revitalization
PSHAN & MTN Foundation convened leaders to strengthen Nigeria's Primary Health Centre revitalization framework. The focus is on a sustainable, performance-driven model for nationwide impact. Read more.
FG Establishes Task Force on Clinical Governance, Patient Safety
President Tinubu's administration launches a national task force to overhaul clinical governance and patient safety in Nigeria's health system. Read the full details and mandate.
Diabetes Deaths Soar as Drug Costs Spike 300% in Nigeria
Over 11.4 million Nigerians battle diabetes as a 300% surge in drug costs forces patients to ration medicine or use herbs. Experts warn of rising amputations and 40,000 yearly deaths, calling for a state of emergency. Read the full investigation.
JOHESU Strike Causes N400bn Loss, Union Vows to Continue
The ongoing JOHESU strike has led to a N400 billion revenue loss in federal health institutions. The union vows to continue despite the government's 'no work, no pay' threat. Read more.
TUC Gives FG 7 Days to Withdraw 'No Work, No Pay' Policy
The Trade Union Congress demands the Federal Ministry of Health withdraw a circular enforcing 'no work, no pay' for JOHESU members. Failure could destabilize Nigeria's fragile healthcare system. Read the full story.
Researchers: Abortion Stigma Harms Women, Blocks Care in Nigeria
Researchers warn abortion stigma in Nigeria endangers women's health and limits access. They call for legal reform, public education, and a shift to public health reasoning. Read more.
Health Experts Criticise N2.48 Trillion Budget Allocation
Health experts condemn Nigeria's N2.48 trillion 2026 health budget as grossly inadequate, falling short of Abuja Declaration and a $2.1bn US pact. They demand urgent increase to at least 6%. Read more.
Stakeholders Urge Action to Strengthen Lagos PHCs for Universal Health
Health stakeholders in Lagos demand urgent action to fix PHCs, revealing a massive shortage of facilities and doctors. The state needs 2,000 new centres to meet WHO standards and achieve universal health coverage.
5 Ambulances Boost Emergency Care in Ogoniland
Rivers State and HYPREP strengthen public health in Ogoniland with ambulance donations to five facilities. Partnership aims to tackle pollution-related health challenges.
6 Million Lagosians Living with Hypertension - LASG
Lagos State reveals a silent health crisis: 6 million residents have hypertension, with 4.2 million unaware. Commissioner Abayomi urges urgent primary healthcare screening to prevent heart disease and stroke.
6 Million Lagosians Living with Hypertension - LASG
Lagos State reveals 6 million residents have hypertension, with 4.2 million unaware. Commissioner Abayomi calls for urgent primary healthcare screening to curb silent killers.
Doctors' Union Rejects FG, NMA Job Evaluation Deal
NARD rejects a 6-month job evaluation deal between FG and NMA, demanding immediate CBA talks and payment of arrears. The union warns against setting a bad precedent.
Agbakoba, Specialists Call for Health Regulatory Reform
Following a tragic hospital death, legal expert Olisa Agbakoba and anaesthetists demand an independent Health Regulatory Authority and legislative action to fix Nigeria's broken health system. Read more.
Agbakoba Calls for Urgent Health Regulatory Overhaul
Senior Advocate Olisa Agbakoba demands an independent health authority and legislative reform to tackle medical negligence, citing systemic failures and recent tragic cases. Urgent action needed.
NMA Slams N2.1tr Health Budget as Inadequate
Nigeria's 2026 health sector allocation of N2.1 trillion is condemned by the NMA as grossly inadequate, falling far below the 15% Abuja Declaration target. Read the full analysis.
ANHeJ Calls for SSB Tax Review, Increased Health Budget
Nigerian health journalists urge a higher sugar tax and 2% CRF allocation to BHCPF to boost domestic health financing. AHBN warns of a public health emergency due to family planning commodity shortages.
Diri Orders Health Checks for Bayelsa Cabinet
Bayelsa Governor Douye Diri mandates medical check-ups for all executive council members following the death of Deputy Governor Lawrence Ewhrujakpo. Read the full story.
FG Blames Policy Issues for Doctors' Strike, Not Neglect
The Federal Government explains the ongoing NARD strike is due to structural health sector challenges, not neglect. It highlights a ₦90bn allowance review and ongoing negotiations. Read the full details.
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