Expert rejects Hepatitis B vaccine infection claims, urges wider immunisation
The Chief Executive Officer of Inocul8, Dr. Emmanuel Egbroko, has dismissed claims circulating among some members of the public that the hepatitis B vaccine can cause infection, describing the belief as misinformation that continues to hinder public health efforts.
Wike, the man who married the microphone, by Stephanie Shaakaa
For a country whose presidents speak so rarely that citizens hear more from rumours, Wike’s media chats now feel like a genre of their own
The New Family: How science is rewriting parenthood, by Stephanie Shaakaa
Today parenthood can begin in a laboratory long before it begins in a bedroom. It can start with frozen eggs preserved against time, with donor profiles
2027: Opposition eyes united front against APC
Although Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has left the party, we believe the NNPP has attained a level of prominence”
Charly Boy: I lived wild, did drugs, survived cancer, now I’ve new life
“We had two interviews which were so hilarious, father and son chatting on national television…. t I ended up knowing that I knew nothing about him”
Drug Addiction: Youths hit hard as 14.3m Nigerians consumed illicit drugs in one year
Existing rehabilitation facilities can accommodate less than 10 percent of those in need. The country also faces a shortage of trained addiction specialists
West Africa’s healthcare investment momentum builds as WHX returns to Nigeria
Nigeria’s healthcare sector is undergoing rapid transformation, with forecasts predicting a 7.1% expansion and an anticipated market value of US$161.7 million by 2027. This growth is fuelled by a US$1.2 billion Federal Ministry investment in infrastructure and workforce, major oncology and diagnostic expansions by the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority, and increased imports under the African Continental Free Trade Area […]
Peggy Ovire: The fashionista stealing hearts
Every actress has her own unique style, but Peggy Ovire’s sense of dressing is truly rattling her fans. Since her rumoured split from actor Fredrick Leonard, she’s taken her fashion game to the next level, impressing with stunning looks at every event.
I’m undisputed father of Nollywood – Returnee Chris Obi-Rapu declares
Chris Obi-Rapu, a pioneer in Nollywood’s evolution, is making a comeback after disappearing for many years. The veteran director’s influence on Nigeria’s film industry remains significant, particularly with his work on Kenneth Nnebue’s 1992 blockbuster “Living in Bondage”.
2027: Endorsement spree as Patani, Bomadi constituents endorse Mutu’s continuity
…Pass vote of confidence in Oborevwori, Tinubu’s administrations By Chancel Bomadi Sunday PATANI—The Patani/Bomadi constituents have openly endorsed the continuity of the serving lawmaker representing Bomadi/Patani Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Nicholas Ebomo Mutu, for the 2027 general elections. The constituents also endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Gov. Sheriff Oborevwori, Hon. Kenneth Oboro […]
FG unveils sweeping E-Pharmacy regulations to safeguard Nigerians
By Joseph Erunke, Abuja In a decisive move to sanitize Nigeria’s fast-growing digital health space, the Federal Government on Friday unveiled the Electronic Pharmacy (E-Pharmacy) Regulations, 2026, drawing a clear line against unregulated online drug sales and substandard medicines. Launching the landmark framework in Abuja, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad […]
