Abuja, Nigeria – July 4, 2025 — The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has strongly criticised the Federal Government’s recent bilateral agreement to deploy Nigerian doctors and health professionals to Saint Lucia, describing the arrangement as contradictory and unacceptable. In a strongly worded statement, the NMA expressed dismay over the disparity in remuneration, noting that while
Lagos State Government, through the Health Facility Monitoring and Accreditation Agency (HEFAMAA), has launched a Quick Response (QR) Code system aimed at enhancing transparency, improving service quality, and combating quackery across health facilities in the state. The development was announced by the Executive Secretary of HEFAMAA, Dr. Abiola Idowu, who revealed that the initiative is
Fresh reports from the United Kingdom indicate that Nigeria’s immediate past President, Muhammadu Buhari, was recently admitted to an intensive care unit (ICU) in London following a health-related episode during a routine medical visit abroad. A close relative of the former president, who spoke on condition of anonymity, confirmed the development, noting that although the
Leading dieticians across Nigeria have raised concerns over their consistent exclusion from critical decision-making processes within the healthcare system, warning that this marginalization is negatively impacting the quality of care provided to patients. Speaking at recent health sector engagements, these nutrition experts stressed that their involvement is essential for developing comprehensive treatment plans, particularly for
Medical experts have emphasized that equipping nurses with comprehensive obstetric skills is a crucial step towards reducing the high rates of maternal deaths in Nigeria. During recent health forums and policy discussions, doctors highlighted that improving the capacity of frontline healthcare workers, particularly nurses, in managing pregnancy and childbirth complications can significantly save lives. Nigeria
Abuja, July 2, 2025 — The Federal Government has approved ₦65 billion for the implementation of the 2025 Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF), reaffirming its commitment to improving access to quality primary healthcare services across the country. The approval was made during the 11th expanded meeting of the Ministerial Oversight Committee (MOC) on BHCPF,
Abuja, July 1, 2025 — A serving Nigerian senator has formally announced a temporary withdrawal from legislative activities to focus on personal health recovery, citing medical challenges that require sustained attention and rest. In an official communication submitted to the President of the Senate, the lawmaker expressed regret over the unavoidable development but emphasized the
Tanzanian Professor Mohamed Janabi has officially taken up his role as the World Health Organization’s Regional Director for Africa, marking a significant moment in the continent’s health leadership. On Monday, June 30, 2025, Janabi assumed office, bringing with him over 30 years of extensive experience in clinical medicine, public health, health policy, and health systems
UNICEF has officially launched a comprehensive polio vaccination campaign across Taraba State, targeting over one million children under the age of five in a bold move to eradicate the crippling disease from the region. The initiative was officially flagged off on Saturday in Jalingo, the state capital, as part of a broader effort to protect
A looming health crisis threatens Nigeria as the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) signals plans to commence an industrial strike if the Federal Government fails to address their persistent demands. Sources revealed on Monday that the association is set to hold a critical congress meeting today, July 1, 2025, where the final decision on
