Middle East conflict, funding cuts push 30.4 million into humanitarian crisis — WHO
… 27 attacks on health care recorded in one month … Appeals for $6.42m to sustain lifesaving health services in Sudan, Somalia, Djibouti By Chioma Obinna The World Health Organization, WHO, has raised fresh alarm over a worsening humanitarian and public health crisis across the Eastern Mediterranean Region, warning that renewed conflict, disease outbreaks, food […]
Lagos rescues unconscious pregnant woman, hands mother, baby to Plateau govt
By Chioma Obinna A 22-year-old pregnant woman found unconscious on a Lagos street has been rescued from the brink of death, delivered of a healthy baby girl and reunited with the Plateau State Government in what officials described as another success story of the Lagos State emergency healthcare intervention programme. The woman, identified as Tingni […]
UK House of Lords honours NAFDAC’s Adeyeye for transforming Nigeria’s drug regulatory system
By Chioma Obinna The Director-General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, has been honoured at the UK House of Lords for her leadership in transforming Nigeria’s drug regulatory system into one of Africa’s most respected regulatory institutions. Adeyeye received the Special African Leadership Commendation Award at […]
Lagos debunks HIV figures, unveils direct ARV procurement
…Insists 10,430 cases are diagnoses, not fresh infectionsBy Chioma Obinna The Lagos State Government on Thursday dismissed widespread reports that the state recorded 10,430 new HIV infections in 2025, clarifying that the figure represents newly diagnosed cases and not fresh infections, even as it announced a historic move to directly procure antiretroviral drugs, becoming the […]
Nigeria must fund its health system, experts warns as donor support declines — Expert
By Sola Ogundipe Health advocates have called on Nigeria to strengthen domestic financing for healthcare, warning that continued dependence on foreign donors could leave millions of Nigerians without access to lifesaving services if external funding continues to shrink. The warning came during the quartely review meeting of the Lagos State Accountability Mechanism for Maternal, Newborn, […]
NHTDAO: HEWAN applauds as Adigwe is appointed D-G
By Henry Obetta The Health Writers Association of Nigeria (HEWAN) has commended the Federal Government for establishing the National Health Technology and Data Analytics Office (NHTDAO), describing the initiative as a landmark policy decision that will strengthen digital health governance, improve evidence-based decision-making, and accelerate the country’s journey towards a technology-driven healthcare system. The association […]
Data-driven journalism key to strengthen PHC, cut maternal, child deaths — Babalola
By Chioma Obinna Nigeria has recorded another major milestone on the global stage as Olayinka Hakeem Babalola assumes office as the new President of Rotary International, becoming only the second African to lead the world’s largest humanitarian service organisation. Babalola, a member of the Rotary Club of Trans Amadi, Rivers State, will officially take over […]
Digital deception: How AI is creating a new crime wave in Nigeria
By Juliet Umeh Days when pictures and videos were considered unquestionable proof are over. Artificial Intelligence, AI, has shattered that long-held belief. While the technology is revolutionising businesses, public services and everyday life, it is also creating a dangerous new wave of digital deception. Deepfake videos, cloned voices, manipulated images and AI-generated misinformation are becoming […]
Japa crisis: Fix healthcare or lose all doctors — Physicians
CONFERENCE of the West African College of Physicians, WACP, yesterday, urged government at all levels to strengthen the health system or risk worsening the ongoing migration of skilled medical professionals…
FG battles health backlash, says 37,000 workers hired
The Federal Government on Friday defended its reform efforts, revealing that more than 37,000 health workers have been recruited
Lagos PHCs carry 92% immunisation burden, record maternal health gains – LSPHCB
By Henry Obetta Primary Health Care (PHC) centres in Lagos State are administering 92 per cent of all childhood vaccines in the state despite accounting for just 32 per cent of patients accessing public healthcare services, underscoring their critical role in preventive healthcare delivery. The Lagos State Primary Health Care Board (LSPHCB) said the figures […]
Ebola crisis may push 985,000 deeper into poverty, trigger 2,520 infant deaths — UNDP
…May cost African economies up to $3.6 billionBy Chioma Obinna A new United Nations assessment has raised alarm that the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo could unleash a devastating socioeconomic crisis far beyond infections, pushing an estimated 985,000 more people into poverty and triggering up to 2,520 excess infant deaths […]
FG vows stronger health reforms as NHEA honours 31 healthcare champions
… Recognition of excellence will drive innovation, accountability, resilience in sector — SalakoBy Chioma Obinna The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s healthcare system through reforms, strategic investments and stronger partnerships, as the Nigerian Healthcare Excellence Awards, NHEA, honoured 31 outstanding healthcare institutions, professionals and innovators. Speaking at the 2026 edition of […]
Ebola outbreak could cost Africa $3.6 bn, says UN
The deadly Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo threatens tens of thousands of jobs and could cost Africa up to $3.6 billion, the United Nations warned.
Cancer care: Medserve-LUTH retains Nigeria’s top oncology centre award for 4th straight year
By Chioma Obinna Cancer care in Nigeria received a boost for cancer care in Nigeria, as the Medserve-LUTH Cancer Centre retained its title as the Most Outstanding Oncology Centre in Nigeria for the fourth consecutive year, further cementing its status as a leading cancer treatment hub in West Africa. The award was conferred at the […]
Nigeria gets 1st Mental Health Tracker to expose policy failures, accountability
… Millions remain at risk as key reforms stall four years after Mental Health ActBy Chioma Obinna To confront Nigeria’s deepening mental health crisis, Nigerian Mental Health (NMH) has launched the country’s first-ever public-facing Mental Health Policy Commitment Tracker, an accountability tool aimed at exposing implementation gaps and compelling government action on long-promised reforms. The […]
