August 8, 2025

Health

General Health

Africa’s Nurse Shortage Worsens Healthcare Delivery, WHO Raises Alarm Over Low Nurse-to-Patient Ratio

The World Health Organization (WHO) has raised fresh concerns over the critical shortage of nurses across Africa, describing the continent’s nurse-to-patient ratio as one of the lowest in the world — a situation experts say is undermining access to quality healthcare and threatening progress toward universal health coverage. In a statement released this week, WHO

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Health

NiMet Releases 2025 Seasonal Climate Prediction for All 774 LGAs

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has released its 2025 Seasonal Climate Prediction (SCP), providing detailed forecasts and weather outlooks for all 774 local government areas across the country. The annual report, which serves as a critical planning tool for government agencies, farmers, emergency services, and private sector stakeholders, offers insights into rainfall patterns, temperature trends,

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General Health

Delta First Lady Flags Off Measles-Rubella Vaccine Sensitization, Endorses ITN Campaign in Support of MORE Agenda

In a bold step towards strengthening healthcare delivery in Delta State, the wife of the state governor and founder of the You Matter Charity Foundation, Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori, on Monday spearheaded the launch of a sensitization campaign on the Measles-Rubella (MR) vaccine. The event, which held at Unity Hall in Government House, Asaba, aligns with

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General Health World

Dubai Crown Prince Approves Golden Visa for Long-Serving Nurses in Honour of International Nurses Day

In a major gesture of appreciation for healthcare professionals, the Crown Prince of Dubai, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has approved the issuance of golden visas to long-serving nurses under Dubai Health. The move, which honours nurses who have dedicated over 15 years of service to the emirate’s healthcare system, was announced

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Health World

Nigeria Reaffirms Commitment to Regional Health Solidarity at ECOWAS Health Ministers’ Conference in Cape Verde

The Federal Government of Nigeria has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to regional cooperation and health solidarity at the 26th Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Assembly of Health Ministers held in Praia, Cape Verde. Speaking on behalf of the Nigerian government, the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa, stressed Nigeria’s continued

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Health

NEMA Delivers Relief Materials to Victims of Terror Attacks in Kebbi State

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has extended humanitarian assistance to victims of terrorist attacks in Kebbi State, as part of ongoing efforts to provide succour to internally displaced persons and affected communities in Nigeria’s conflict zones. The relief distribution, carried out through NEMA’s Sokoto Operations Office, was officially presented by the Head of the

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General Health

Ijede General Hospital CEO Commends Nurses’ Dedication During 2025 International Nurses Week Celebration

The Medical Director and Chief Executive Officer of General Hospital, Ijede, Dr. Olufemi Aletan, has showered praise on the nurses at the facility for their unwavering enthusiasm, professionalism, and dedication in service delivery, as the hospital joined the rest of the world in commemorating the 2025 International Nurses Week. Speaking during the event held at

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Education Health

Resident Doctors Kick Against NUC’s Move to Confer ‘Doctor’ Title on Non-Medical Graduates

The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has voiced strong opposition to the recent decision by the National Universities Commission (NUC) to elevate the academic titles of certain healthcare professionals by converting their undergraduate degrees to “Doctor” status. This move, which affects disciplines such as Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, and Optometry, has triggered a wave of criticism

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Health

Nigerians Urged to Heed Medical Guidance on Salt Intake Amid Misinformation

Amid rising concerns over the health implications of excessive salt consumption, medical experts in Nigeria have reiterated the importance of adhering strictly to scientifically proven dietary recommendations. This advisory follows recent misinformation propagated in a viral video by Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, President of Loveworld Incorporated (Christ Embassy), where he suggested that Africans were being misled

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Health

Customs Intercepts Fake Pharmaceuticals, Drones Worth ₦921 Million — Issues Stern Warning to Importers

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted a massive consignment of falsified pharmaceutical products and drones valued at over ₦921 million, raising fresh concerns over the country’s porous importation channels and threats to public safety. Acting on credible intelligence, operatives of the Federal Operations Unit (FOU) Zone A, Lagos, made the seizure during a coordinated

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