Nigeria’s alarming heart failure rate
On 30th September, this year’s World Heart Day, the increase in recent times, of confirmed and suspected cases of cardiac arrests, heart attacks, strokes and other heart-related disorders came into sharp focus. Heart disorders are making a steady and deadly rise in Nigeria. Everyday, we read reports of persons “slumping and dying”.
Orthopaedic Medical Director’s Cup ends in style
The 2016 Medical Director’s Cup Football competition of the National Orthopaedic Hospital, Igbobi Lagos came to an exciting end at the weekend with the Medical Director’s team outclassing the Nurses Department in the final.
Recession: Senate to fast-track passage of PIB, others
THE Senate has resolved to prioritize and fast-track the passage of the Petroleum Industry Bill, PIB, and other legislations capable of contributing to the quick recovery of the national economy, and provide favourable level playing environment for both local and foreign investors.
LADOL boss stresses role of women for economic growth
Managing Director of the Lagos Deep Offshore Logistics base (LADOL), Dr. Amy Jadesimi has advocated an increase in the role of women in the development of global economic growth.
NASS summons Ngige over skewed employment
THE Senate and House of Representatives Joint committee on Employment, Labour and Productivity has summoned the Minister of Labour and Productivity, Senator Chris Ngige, over alleged skewed employment at the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund, NSITF.
October 1: Let there be no mourning in our house
OCTOBER 1, 2016, Nigeria’s 56th Independence Day, came without much fanfare even if many had looked forward to the one-day holiday it afforded. The question on the lips of many was; what was there to celebrate about this day. Many would often wonder if Nigeria’s Independence Day is worth rolling out the drums for.
