ABUJA — An investigative report has laid bare the alarming state of public healthcare in Nigeria’s capital city, Abuja, where inadequate medical infrastructure, personnel shortages, and alleged negligence are contributing to preventable deaths and patient suffering across government-run hospitals. The report, published by Punch Newspapers, highlights systemic failures in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) healthcare
Amid the onset of the rainy season across various parts of Nigeria, seasoned public health experts have expressed deep concern over the potential rise in cholera and other infectious diseases, warning that the combination of poor sanitation, unregulated waste disposal, and blocked drainage systems may trigger widespread outbreaks if not urgently addressed. Professor Tanimola Akande,
Nigerian public health professionals have sounded the alarm over the widely practised but unhealthy habit of sharing bath towels among family members, cautioning that it could facilitate the transmission of infectious diseases within households. According to medical experts, what many consider a harmless or convenient practice is, in reality, a silent conduit for the spread
Renowned Nigerian medical experts have issued a strong warning over the increasing health risks associated with the excessive use of perfumes, body sprays, deodorants, and cosmetic products containing harmful chemicals, stressing that continued exposure could lead to cancer and a range of endocrine-related disorders. The warning, which comes amid rising concerns over the prevalence of
Bauchi State Government has approved a revised salary and welfare package designed to attract and retain medical doctors and other health professionals within the state’s healthcare system. The decision comes amid growing concerns over staff shortages and the need to improve healthcare delivery across the region. The approval was made during a recent State Executive
In a renewed demonstration of inter-agency synergy aimed at safeguarding public health, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has officially taken possession of a large consignment of smuggled and unregistered pharmaceutical products intercepted by the Nigeria Customs Service. The handover took place under the authority of the Federal Operations Unit
In the early hours of Saturday, May 17, 2025, an illegal waste disposal incident rocked the upscale Lekki Phase 1 neighborhood, prompting swift action by the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) in collaboration with the Lekki Estate Residents Association (LERA). The Chairman of LERA alerted authorities after a white Ford van bearing Abuja registration number
ABUJA — As part of growing public health awareness efforts, Nigerians are being urged to “Know Your Numbers” in the fight against hypertension, a silent but deadly condition commonly known as high blood pressure. Health professionals and government agencies are emphasizing the importance of regular blood pressure checks and lifestyle modifications to prevent life-threatening complications.
The Osun State Government has expressed deep concern over the growing prevalence of hypertension across the state and is calling for intensified collaboration among health stakeholders to combat the silent health threat. This concern was raised on Friday in Osogbo, the state capital, during a sensitisation event organised to commemorate the 2024 World Hypertension Day,
Vice President Kashim Shettima has reiterated the federal government’s commitment to improving access to ear, nose, and throat (ENT) healthcare services across Nigeria. Speaking on Thursday evening, during a courtesy visit from the Otorhinolaryngological Society of Nigeria (ORLSON) at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, the Vice President emphasized the urgent need for significant upgrades to
