Ilorin, June 21, 2025 – The Federal Government has expanded its national waterways safety initiative to Kwara State with the distribution of life jackets to boat operators and riverine communities, as part of its sustained efforts to reduce fatalities and promote safe travel across Nigeria’s inland waterways. The intervention, coordinated by the National Inland Waterways
BrasÃlia, June 21, 2025 – Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to global health cooperation with its active participation in the BRICS Ministers of Health Meeting held in BrasÃlia, Brazil. The high-level gathering brought together health ministers and delegates from BRICS member countries and invited partners to discuss collaborative strategies for strengthening health systems, improving pandemic
Sickle cell disease continues to pose a significant public health challenge across Nigeria and much of sub-Saharan Africa, as medical experts raise concern over its growing impact on communities and health systems. The inherited blood disorder, which alters the shape and function of red blood cells, affects millions globally, but the prevalence is alarmingly high
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has expressed serious concern over glaring deficiencies in the monitoring and reporting of cholera cases across several affected regions, with Nigeria featuring prominently among countries currently battling a sharp increase in suspected infections. The global health body warned that inadequate surveillance systems and delayed data reporting are hindering effective response
The Lagos State Government has shut down the popular Oko-Oba Abattoir in Agege over what it described as alarming levels of environmental degradation and brazen disregard for public health standards. The decision was taken following an inspection tour led by the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, who was accompanied by members
Lagos, June 20, 2025 – In a bold move to strengthen grassroots healthcare services, Lagos State District IV has engaged key stakeholders across ten Local Government Areas (LGAs) and Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) to improve the performance and accessibility of Primary Health Centres (PHCs). The engagement session, held in Lagos, brought together local government
Health Maintenance Organisations (HMOs) operating under Nigeria’s health insurance scheme have been strongly cautioned to ensure that no patient spends more than one hour waiting to receive medical attention at any accredited healthcare facility. This directive was made public by the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Ultimate Health Management Services, Otunba Lekan Ewenla,
Abuja, June 18, 2025 – Nigeria has seized the spotlight at the recent BRICS meeting by underlining its firm commitment to advancing global health equity. In a move aimed at addressing long-standing healthcare disparities, the country unveiled a sweeping package of health sector reforms designed to transform primary and tertiary care systems while reinforcing partnerships
In a move that underscores its commitment to national development, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) has thrown its weight behind the Rabiu Olowo Foundation to drive initiatives focused on education, healthcare, and youth mentorship. The collaboration was formally acknowledged during a recent event held in Lagos, where ICAN executives commended the Foundation’s
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
