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Health

November 24, 2025

Wards empty, emergency services shut at UCH Ibadan as health workers’ strike enters eighth day

The laboratories and the health record, engineering, physiotherapy, emergency, and pharmacy departments were not operational, as workers deserted the areas.

University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan
November 24, 2025

Kebbi, Saudi group target 5,000 patients for free eye treatment

The Kebbi government says it has targeted 5,000 patients for free eye treatment across the 21 local government areas.

eye screening
November 23, 2025

NAFDAC urges collective efforts in fight against antimicrobial resistance

The NAFDAC boss warned that AMR leads to treatment failures, prolonged illnesses, higher mortality rates, and increased risks during medical procedures.

NAFDAC Director-General Mojisola Adeyeye
November 22, 2025

AHBN, ZDLH call for urgent delivery of immunisation kits in Bauchi

She reiterated the call for government to support in enhancing immunisation service delivery in the state.

Bauchi Map
November 22, 2025

Exposure to 5G, radiation depreciates human wellness, says health firm

Mr Gaksch said the firm developed some products to reduce the harmful radiations and shield people from hazardous effects of technology.

Smartphones
November 21, 2025

Lassa fever deaths remain high despite drop in cases: NCDC

According to the NCDC, Nigeria has recorded 178 deaths from 976 confirmed cases so far in 2025

Lassa-fever
November 21, 2025

Zamfara govt unveils LG ambassadors for vaccination campaign

The governor’s wife urged continued vigilance, stressing that many children remained unvaccinated and vulnerable.

Measles vaccination
November 21, 2025
November 20, 2025

Diaspora initiative to train 5,000 Nigerian health workers

Mr Menakaya said the programme was founded on the vision of the coordinating minister.

Healthcare workers
November 19, 2025

Health expert recommends N2.5 million monthly salary for anaesthetists

According to him, anaesthetists are highly-trained specialists who can only be produced intentionally.

nigerian society of anaesthetists