Health & Wellness
Oyo State Launches Polio Vaccination Campaign for 240,000 Children
Following the detection of poliovirus in Ibadan North and Ogbomoso North LGAs, Oyo State government has launched a targeted immunisation campaign for…
Crime & Justice
Former PDP Spokesperson Advocates for Tougher Penalties Against Fake Drug, Adulterated Goods Producers
Olisa Metuh, a former spokesperson for the People's Democratic Party (PDP), has called for stricter penalties for individuals involved in the production and distribution of counterfeit goods and…
Health & Wellness
Unchecked Diabetes: 75% of Cases in Africa Remain Untreated
Nearly three out of four adults living with diabetes in Africa are unaware of their condition, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO).
News
Lagos Warns Residents of Extreme Heat Ahead of El Niño
Lagos State Government has warned residents of the possibility of extreme heat due to the approaching El Niño phenomenon. This is not the first time Lagos has issued…
Health & Wellness
Neonatal Deaths on the Rise in Nigeria: 41 Deaths Per 1,000 Births
A recent report by Galaxy Television reveals a concerning increase in neonatal deaths in Nigeria.
Health & Wellness
Lagos Issues Deadline for Residents to Get Health Insurance
The Lagos State Government has given residents until December 31, 2026, to get health insurance, with enforcement of the mandatory policy to begin in 2027.
Crime & Justice
Ebola Status in Nigeria: WHO Yet to Declare Nigeria Ebola-Free
Conflicting reports about the status of Ebola in Nigeria have emerged, with the World Health Organization (WHO) stating that Nigeria is not yet declared Ebola-free.
Crime & Justice
Nigeria’s Ongoing Lead Poisoning Crisis: A Public Health Emergency
A deep dive into the persistent lead poisoning crisis in Nigeria, impacting thousands of lives and requiring urgent action.
Health & Wellness
FG Orders 46 Exposed Persons on 21-day No-Fly List Over Ebola Outbreak
The Federal Government has placed 46 persons, who had contact with an Ebola patient, on a 21-day no-fly list as part of measures to contain the virus.
Federal Politics
The Urgent Need for Passage of Nigeria’s Alcohol Regulation Bill
Vanguard News highlights the urgent need for the passage of Nigeria's Alcohol Regulation Bill, citing concerns over public health and safety.
Health & Wellness
Five Family Members Die from Diphtheria in Kano State
The Kano State Centre for Disease Control (KNCDC) has confirmed the death of five children from the same family due to diphtheria in Danbare Ward, Layin Dutse, Kumbotso…
Health & Wellness
Antimicrobial Resistance: Nigeria Warns of Deadly Drug-Resistant Infections
The Federal Government has issued a warning about the rising threat of drug-resistant infections in Nigeria, where an estimated 64,500 deaths have been recorded.
Abuja
Unmasking the Hidden Danger: The Rise of Fake Products in Nigeria
From farm to family table, fake items and products are increasingly common in Nigeria, posing a serious threat to public health. Here's what you need to know.
