Fake fertility doctor arrested after 7 years in Ibadan
Adeniyi Benjamin, 45, was arrested by Oyo police for allegedly posing as a doctor at Life Is Good Hospital in Ibadan, treating fertility patients without a licence.
Category : Hospitals
Abia hospital performs first brain surgery, saves 19-year-old
Abia State Specialist Hospital in Umuahia has successfully performed its first major brain surgery on a 19-year-old patient, saving his life after he arrived in a deep coma with severe intracranial bleeding.
Tansian University VC Dies Day After Swearing-In
Prof. Nnamdi Umeoduagu, 44, died a day after his inauguration as substantive VC of Tansian University. An autopsy and a five-member committee will investigate.
Twin Doctor Sisters Die 48 Hours Apart After Sickle Cell Crises
Twin sisters Dr. Hadiyah and Dr. Aidah Usman, both 28, died within 48 hours in Yobe State after simultaneous sickle cell crises. Their uncle buried both.
FMC Nguru Medical Director Loses Two Daughters, Doctor and Pharmacist
Dr. Hadiza Usman, Medical Director of FMC Nguru, lost two daughters, Dr. Hadiya and Pharm. Aida, a doctor and pharmacist, as announced on October 4, 2026, drawing widespread condolences.
AI Can Answer Health Questions, But Can It Examine You?
AI chatbots make health information accessible, but they cannot replace medical examinations. Professional assessments, including vital signs and tests, remain essential for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
Cholera Outbreak at Kano Prison Kills 2, NCoS Says Contained
Two inmates died from cholera at Kurmawa Medium Security Custodial Centre in Kano State. NCoS confirmed the outbreak on September 23, deployed senior medical staff, and says no further deaths have been recorded.
Nigerian man fathers late brother's son via preserved sperm
A Nigerian family welcomed a baby boy conceived via IVF using sperm his late father preserved before cancer treatment. The child, Chinonso Francis Jidenna Ezeokoye II, was born about six months ago, and his uncle, Mufasa, has vowed to raise him as his own
LASUTH faces ₦500m claim over woman's death after alleged injection
The family of a 59-year-old woman, Mrs Adegoke Mosekola Dorcas, is demanding ₦500 million from LASUTH, alleging a nurse injected her with vecuronium after surgery recovery, leading to her death.
Dangote Refinery Engineer Wins Award, Shares Inspiring Story
Victoria Makanjuola, a first-class engineering graduate and process engineer at Dangote Refinery, received an award for her role in the RFCC unit turnaround maintenance during the company's IPO.
Zamfara Approves 95% Pay Rise for Health Workers
Zamfara State Government approves 95% salary increase for health workers effective September 7, 2026, aligning with CONHESS to boost morale and productivity.
Grand Mosque Muezzin Sheikh Ibrahim Al-Madani Dies
Sheikh Ibrahim Al-Madani, one of 24 principal muezzins at Mecca's Grand Mosque, died Monday, September 21, 2026, sparking tributes online.
NNPC Assesses Port Harcourt, Warri Refineries Amid Fuel Price Hike
NNPC starts technical assessments of Port Harcourt and Warri refineries, evaluating partners as petrol hits N1,500 per litre and diesel exceeds N2,000.
Nigeria’s first tele-robotic surgery removes kidney tumour
Surgeon in Ogun remotely removes cancerous kidney from Abuja patient via Starlink and MTN, marking Nigeria’s first tele-robotic surgery and West Africa’s first telesurgery.
Florida couple keeps baby after IVF embryo mix-up, custody deal
A Florida couple discovered their IVF baby was not genetically theirs after a mix-up. They reached a custody agreement with biological parents and will keep raising her.
Canada Work Permit Fees at Port of Entry: Full Breakdown
Canada's immigration authority has published work permit fees for foreigners at port of entry, including processing fees, open permit charges, and biometric costs.
Imam Badamosi of Yoruba Mosque in Enugu State Dies
Alhaji Abdul Mutalib Badamosi, Imam of Yoruba Mosque in Ibagwa-Aka, Enugu State, has died and been buried per Islamic rites. He was CEO of SMO Motors and a respected community leader in Igbo-Eze South LGA.
World's First 3D-Printed Middle Ear Transplant Restores Hearing
South African surgeon Professor Mashudu Tshifularo performed the world's first 3D-printed middle-ear transplant in 2019, using titanium implants to restore hearing in a patient with conductive hearing loss.
How to Buy Fuel and Pump It Yourself at NNPC Stations via NR App
NNPC Retail launches self-service fuel stations using the NR Fuel App. Learn the step-by-step process, including payment, code generation, and pumping at select outlets.
59-Year-Old Nigerian Woman Welcomes Twins After 17-Year Wait
A 59-year-old Nigerian woman reportedly gave birth to healthy twins after 17 years of waiting and praying for a child, sparking online celebrations.
Nigeria starts making dual-action mosquito nets locally
Nigeria has begun local production of PermaNet Dual mosquito nets, designed to kill insecticide-resistant mosquitoes. The Lagos factory aims to make 10 million nets yearly and create over 600 jobs.
Nollywood actress cries for help amid cervical cancer battle
Nollywood actress Omotunde Ogundimu, battling cervical cancer since 2024, emotionally appeals to Nigerians for financial help to continue treatment, citing pain and exhausted resources.
Malaysia Flying Doctor Helicopter Crash Kills Five in Sarawak
Five people, including a doctor and two nurses, died when a BO-105 Flying Doctor Service helicopter crashed in Sarawak, Malaysia, on September 8, 2026. An investigation team is heading to the site.
Galatasaray confirm Osimhen injury, Nigeria AFCON qualifying doubt
Galatasaray confirmed Victor Osimhen suffered a right adductor strain in their Super Lig clash with Başakşehir FK. MRI scans will determine the severity, leaving his availability for Nigeria's AFCON 2027 qualifiers against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau in
Osimhen Injury: Galatasaray Coach Okan Buruk Speaks After Basaksehir Win
Galatasaray coach Okan Buruk says Victor Osimhen needs an MRI scan after groin injury forced him off in 1-0 win over Istanbul Basaksehir. He says groin heals faster than hamstring.
Pig kidney works in US man for record 271 days
A genetically modified pig kidney functioned inside 66-year-old Tim Andrews for 271 days, a record, offering hope for kidney transplant shortages. The organ failed, but Andrews later received a human donor kidney.
Pig kidney transplant: record 271 days without dialysis
A pig kidney worked inside Tim Andrews, 66, for 271 days, the longest record, before he received a human donor kidney, say Mass General Brigham doctors.
Mosquito Protection Methods Ranked for Nigerian Homes
Nigerians face the world's heaviest malaria burden. Layering treated nets, vaporisers, sprays, and source control offers the most effective protection. Here's the ranked guide.
Diphtheria kills 17 in Niger State, officials blame low immunisation
Diphtheria has killed 17 people in Niger State in 2026, with 124 confirmed cases. Health officials blame low childhood vaccination and urge parents to immunise children.
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Senegal first in Africa to make sickle cell drug locally
Senegal is the first African country to locally manufacture DREPAF, a generic hydroxyurea treatment for sickle cell disease, produced by Teranga Pharma with Drep.Afrique.
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