Nigeria has the highest monkeypox death toll in Africa – WHO
The World Health Organization has said that Nigeria has the highest death toll and confirmed cases of monkeypox in Africa. This was disclosed by WHO […]
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NAFDAC warns against illegal advertisement of regulated products
The National Agency For Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), has warned against misleading advertisement of regulated products by manufacturers without the approval of […]
Sokoto committed to health advancement – Breakthrough Action-Nigeria
BY ANKELI EMMANUEL, Sokoto Breakthrough Action-Nigeria in its capacity and sustainability orientation for State Health Promotion Forum (SHPF) has promised to support in the development […]
Global decline in COVID-19 cases reported – WHO
The World Health Organisation (WHO) says cases of COVID-19 has declined globally. Dr Tedros Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General said this on Wednesday in an online COVD-19 […]
Nigeria Breweries to splash N50m on winner of Hi-Life musical festival in South-East
The Nigerian Breweries Plc. has expressed its determination to curb youth restiveness with the reintroduction of its Hi-Life Festival. A statement on Monday in Enugu […]
Yellow fever kills 14 persons in 10 states – NCDC
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has announced 14 deaths in 10 states from suspected cases of yellow fever between January to […]
FESTAC ’77 anniversary will revamp Nigeria’s economy – Amao
The Centre for Black and African Arts and Civilization (CBAAC) says it will hold the commemoration of the Festival of Black Arts and Culture of […]
Nigeria records 48 new cases of monkeypox – NCDC
Nigeria recorded 48 additional cases of monkeypox between Aug. 8 and Aug. 14. The 48 cases were recorded in 16 states, the Nigeria Centre for […]
We’re committed to test, treatment for people living with HIV/AIDS — UNAIDS
The UN Joint Action Against HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) has assured of its commitment to ensure that people living with HIV/AIDS can live a normal life HIV/AIDS […]
Nigeria, other countries urged to raise $18bn to tackle Malaria, others
AIDS Health Care Foundation (AHF) and other Civil Society Organisations in the country, on Wednesday urged Nigeria and other countries to contribute to the Global […]
Dangote Foundation, Kano Govt, others sign MoU on routine immunization
Aliko Dangote Foundation, Kano Government, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, and the United Nations Children Emergency Fund (UNICEF) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) […]
President Buhari pays tribute to Gorbachev, says “he was a courageous reformer”
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja – President Muhammadu Buhari has described the last leader of the former Soviet Union, Mr. Mikhail Gorbachev, as “a courageous reformer […]
China’s first domestic cervical cancer vaccine shows 100% efficacy
A recent study has found that China’s first self-developed HPV vaccine, Cecolin, can offer female adults full immunity against two human papillomavirus (HPV). A group […]
200 patients benefit from Borno’s free kidney dialysis monthly – Official
No fewer than 200 patients benefit from Borno’s free kidney dialyses monthly. Dr Garga Adama, Head of Department, Internal Medicine, at the State Specialist Hospital […]
Parent solicits N10m for son’s kidney transplant
The family of 18-year-old Chinonso Osondu born with a kidney condition that resulted in kidney failure in February 2022 has appealed to Nigerians to help […]
Imposition of foreign cultures destroyed many African countries – Lai Mohammed
Adoption of foreign cultures, traditions and religions is at the base of the destruction of many African countries. The declaration was made by the Minister […]
UNICEF partners IHS Towers on treatment of pneumonia, COVID-19, hypoxemia disorders
By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri – UNICEF and IHS Nigeria, a subsidiary of IHS Towers, has announced an 18-month partnership to help strengthen oxygen supply in […]
World reaches 1m COVID-19 deaths “tragic milestone” in 2022– WHO
The World Health Organisation (WHO) says the world has recorded one million COVID-19 deaths in 2022, a ”tragic milestone” that must lead to more people […]
60 VVF patients at Sokoto center cannot go home, need advanced surgery – Official
At least 60 patients with Vesico Vaginal Fistula (VVF) have been staying at the Maryam Abacha Women and Children Hospital in Sokoto for more than […]
There are enough medical doctors in Nigeria — Ehanire assures
The Minister of Health, Dr Osagie Ehanire, says there are actually enough medical doctors in the country but that the Federal Government is working toward […]