Vanguard summit: Mental health neglect threatens Nigeria’s stability – Sheikh
…Charges FG to enforce 2021 Act, expand services By Sola Ogundipe Nigeria’s neglect of mental health is threatening social stability, weakening public trust and deepening despair among young people struggling with insecurity, and diminishing their confidence in the future, Professor Taiwo Lateef Sheikh, a leading psychiatrist, has warned. Sheikh, a professor of psychiatry and psychopharmacology, […]
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 […]
