June 18, 2025 — Global Health Desk In a groundbreaking milestone for telemedicine, a Florida-based surgeon has successfully performed a robot-assisted surgery on a patient in Africa, using advanced remote surgical technology. The operation, which took place earlier this week, was conducted in real-time with the surgeon operating a robotic system from thousands of miles
The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria (ACPN) has raised alarm over what it describes as the persistent subjugation and institutional humiliation of non-physician health professionals by medical doctors across Nigeria’s healthcare system. The body has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to urgently wade into the growing professional tensions, warning that continued neglect of
Abuja — June 17, 2025The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has reaffirmed its commitment to intensify crackdowns on the circulation of counterfeit products and clamp down on price-fixing cartels within markets and distribution chains across the country. Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja on Monday, the Acting Executive Vice Chairman of the
Gusau, Zamfara State – June 18, 2025Former President of Nigeria, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo GCFR, was warmly received in Zamfara State on Tuesday as he commissioned two landmark projects executed under the administration of Governor Dauda Lawal, in what has been described as a major milestone in the state’s urban renewal and healthcare transformation agenda. The
Bauchi, Nigeria – June 15, 2025 The Bauchi State Government has launched the June 2025 edition of the National Immunisation Plus Days (NIPDs), aiming to vaccinate over 2.2 million children under the age of five against polio and other preventable childhood diseases. Speaking at the official flag-off ceremony held in Bauchi on Saturday, the Executive
Abuja, Nigeria – June 14, 2025 As part of activities marking the 2025 World Blood Donor Day, the Nigerian Air Force Officers’ Wives Association (NAFOWA) has called on Nigerians to adopt voluntary blood donation as a life-saving act of patriotism and compassion. Speaking at a sensitisation and blood donation drive held at the Nigerian Air
Lagos, Nigeria – June 14, 2025 Despite heavy rainfall, Lagos State on Friday joined the global community to commemorate World Blood Donor Day 2025 with a vibrant awareness walk, youth-focused activities, and a voluntary blood donation drive, all aimed at promoting safe blood supply and encouraging regular donations. The event, themed “20 Years of Celebrating
June 14, 2025 The National Blood Service Commission (NBSC) has warned of a growing blood supply crisis in Nigeria, stating that the shortfall is severely undermining the management of emergency cases, maternal health, and chronic illnesses nationwide. Speaking as Nigeria joined the global community to mark World Blood Donor Day 2025, the Director-General of NBSC,
Abuja, Nigeria – June 14, 2025 In a spiritual appeal to address the nation’s food challenges, the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security has declared a three-day national prayer and fasting programme aimed at seeking divine intervention for improved food production and security across the country. The announcement was made by the Minister of
Abuja, Nigeria – June 14, 2025 The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) chapter, has issued a strike threat following the dismissal of three medical doctors by the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA). According to a statement released by the NMA, the doctors were sacked under circumstances the association described as unjust and
