UNICEF, stakeholders move to transform healthcare governance in Adamawa, Sokoto, Kwara
Stakeholders in Healthcare delivery sector have identified have identified the lack of effective and efficient leadership, governance and poor management as foremost contributors to the unsavory health outcomes in Nigeria.
Climate shocks hitting Nigeria’s building, housing sector – Olugbami
By Matilda Ikediobi Chief Executive Officer of 1159 Realty, Comfort Olugbami, has raised concerns about climate change in the building industry, saying it is affecting construction and how occupants live. Olugbami urged developers to design buildings that were resilient, efficient and environmentally responsible, saying the distinction between dry season and rainy season in a place […]
Customs Operation Whirlwind auctions 14,875 litres of seized PMS
By Godwin Oritse In a bid to curb the smuggling of petroleum products, the Operation Whirlwind Unit of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has auctioned 14,875 litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) seized from smugglers. Speaking yesterday at the auction ceremony held at the Customs Training College in Ikeja, Lagos, the Unit Commander, Deputy Controller […]
WHO says next pandemic could be closer than we think as 800 health centres unite
The World Health Organisation, WHO, on Thursday warned that the world may be edging closer to another major pandemic, even as it strengthens one of the largest global health networks ever assembled to confront such threats.
WHX returns to Lagos as healthcare investment surges across West Africa
West Africa’s healthcare sector is gaining fresh momentum as investment flows, policy reforms, and regional trade opportunities converge, with the return of the World Health Expo Lagos 2026 set to anchor new partnerships and accelerate growth.
Drug import dependence shrinks as local production hits 50%
Nigeria’s push to cut reliance on imported medicines gained fresh momentum on Thursday as stakeholders credited sweeping regulatory reforms for a surge in local pharmaceutical production, now estimated at 50 per cent.
Nigerian doctor Adeyemo bags prestigious European fellowship in internal medicine
By Chioma Obinna A Nigerian-born physician, Dr. Jerry Adeyemo, has been inducted as a Fellow of the European Federation of Internal Medicine, marking a major milestone in his medical career and further spotlighting Nigeria’s growing footprint in global healthcare.The fellowship, regarded as one of the highest professional honours in internal medicine in Europe, is awarded […]
APC signals readiness to receive Bala Mohammed as Bauchi Caucus concludes talks
The Bauchi State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has indicated its willingness to receive Governor Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed amid ongoing consultations surrounding his possible defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
Facing eviction, blind Ayoola seeks N15.2m lifeline to regain sight
For Ayoola Idowu, the darkness that followed a routine medical procedure has taken on an even harsher reality, the looming threat of eviction from his home.
Netzence advances beta testing of KlimateRide targeting 30% of daily trips in Nigeria
Netzence Sustainability Limited (Netzence) has commenced beta testing of its clean mobility platform, KlimateRide, positioning it as a data-driven response to Nigeria’s rapidly evolving transportation challenges and the urgent need for safer, more efficient urban movement systems. The beta phase, which is rolled out with a controlled group of driver-partners and commuters, is designed to […]
NICOT President hails Sullivan Chime as ‘True Democrat’ on birthday
By Chinonso Alozie The President of the Nigerian Community Türkiye (NICOT), Prince Emre Magboh, has described former Enugu State Governor, Sullivan Chime, as a true democrat. Magboh made the remark in a statement issued to journalists on Friday from his office in Istanbul through his Special Adviser on Media, Amaechi Kingsley, while celebrating Chime on […]
