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November 11, 2025

NAFDAC to enforce alcohol sachet ban in 2026

NAFDAC said the enforcement would ensure full compliance with the total ban on the production and sale of alcoholic beverages in sachets and PET bottles.

Alcoholic beverages in sachet
November 11, 2025

Kaduna health workers urged to redouble commitment to service delivery

The executive secretary of the Kaduna State Primary Health Care Board made the call during a meeting with health secretaries, union leaders, and top management staff of the agency.

Uba Sani of Kaduna State (Credit: Twitter)
November 11, 2025

WHO urges swift action to curb rising diabetes cases in Africa

WHO has urged African countries to take urgent and sustained measures to confront the growing diabetes crisis threatening millions of lives across the continent.

Patients with diabetes
November 10, 2025

NOA urges parents to prioritise vaccination of children against diseases

Mr Mkpoutom appealed to state residents to ensure their children complete routine immunisation schedules.

Polio immunisation
November 10, 2025

Abducted Abuja doctor regains freedom after three weeks in captivity

Ms Nwachukwu, a Ukraine-trained physician, was reportedly abducted on October 21 while commuting to Garki Hospital, Abuja.

Kidnappers
November 10, 2025

Kwara govt, FG train nutrition specialists on multiple micronutrient supplementation

Ms Elelu said the focus is on improving maternal nutrition and strengthening antenatal care services across the state.

November 10, 2025

Customs organises first aid training for officers nationwide

NCS has commenced a nationwide first aid training for its officers across all formations, aimed at enhancing health and safety consciousness within the Service.

November 10, 2025

Maxitrust MfB, Water.org unveil maxi-wash funding facility

Maxitrust Microfinance Bank Ltd, one of the innovation-driven micro lenders in the country, has inaugurated a flagship funding package, MAXI-WASH.

Maxitrust MfB
November 9, 2025

Kaduna governor to recruit 9,000 health personnel

The Kaduna state government has announced plans to recruit an additional 9,000 health personnel over the next five years.

Governor of kaduna state Uba Sani
November 8, 2025

Lagos moves to tackle environmental degradation in Iwaya

Lagos officials visited Iwaya on Saturday as part of efforts to tackle environmental degradation.

Lagos Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu