Monday, August 17, 2026

Health

September 21, 2025

Obi lauds foundation’s N600 million psychiatric hospital in Anambra

Mr Obi expressed concern about the growing menace of drug abuse among youths.

Peter Obi
September 20, 2025

Bauchi stakeholders urge early antenatal care

Stakeholders in Bauchi State have called for intensified advocacy on early antenatal care, especially in the first trimester.

LOCAL PREGNANT WOMEN
September 20, 2025

Stakeholders urge more funding, commitment to childhood cancer

“Childhood cancer is not a death sentence. No child should die due to a lack of funds,” said Ms Adekanye.

Cancer symbol used to illustrate the story
September 20, 2025

Polio: UNICEF, Lagos health board promote vaccination through football

Ms Akinola-Akinwole said the competition sought to capture men’s interest and turn players into vaccination champions across Lagos communities.

Polio vaccination
September 20, 2025

FG investigates strange flesh-eating ailment after seven die in Adamawa

As of September 10, 67 cases have been recorded, with eight patients receiving surgical treatment at the Modibbo Adama University Teaching Hospital in Yola.

Adamawa State
September 20, 2025

Zamfara to invest N1 billion to fund free healthcare for vulnerable residents

The programme will cover children under five years, adolescents, orphans, pregnant women, persons with disability, and the aged.

Dauda Lawal-Dare
September 19, 2025

Wike approves requests of striking FCT resident doctors

Mr Wike also commended the doctors for calling off the strike in the interest of patients and the territory.

Wike
September 19, 2025

Soludo pays resident doctors residency training funds

Ms Okwumuo expressed appreciation to Mr Soludo for fulfilling his promise and taking steps to stabilise the healthcare sector.

Soludo
September 18, 2025

Sokoto partners UNFPA to tackle reproductive health challenges

Mr Magaji said that the training would enhance the management of GBV and adolescent health concerns.

Sokoto State government logo
September 18, 2025

Benue assembly passes bill for establishment of nursing college 

Mr Dugeri told his colleagues that the public supported the bill due to its relevance.

Benue Assembly