Wednesday, August 12, 2026

Health

May 30, 2026

Cholera hits over 138 Borno communities, kills 37 villagers 

Mr Abba-Kaza noted that the outbreak had spread to 36 wards and more than 138 communities.

Governor Babagana Zulum
May 30, 2026

Doctor seeks anti-tobacco campaigns in local languages to curb smoking 

Mr Odudu said the government should also implement policy against tobacco use and abuse.

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May 30, 2026

Third Anniversary: Tinubu inaugurates health facilities across Nigeria

Mr Tinubu described the investments as the most ambitious healthcare renewal programme undertaken in a generation.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu
May 29, 2026

WHO urges governments to protect youths from rising nicotine, e-cigarette addiction

The WHO warned that a new generation risked becoming dependent on products marketed as safer alternatives, including e-cigarettes.

WHO
May 29, 2026

204 deaths recorded in 2026 as NCDC reports decline in Lassa fever cases

NCDC said young adults aged 21–30 years remained the most affected group.

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May 29, 2026

AIICO drives community health impact with malaria prevention outreach

The company distributed 600 insecticide nets during the outreach and conducted health education sessions on malaria prevention.

AIICO Insurance
May 29, 2026

Tinubu inaugurates ultra-modern FMC Abuja complex to curb medical tourism

According to him, the project reflects the federal government’s commitment to repositioning the healthcare sector.

Federal-Medical-Centre-FMC-Jabi-Abuja
May 29, 2026

Lagos health agencies ready to contain Ebola, Sanwo-Olu says

He urged Nigerians to remain vigilant and promptly report any suspected health matters to the appropriate agencies.

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu
May 29, 2026

FG plans flight restrictions, passenger isolation to prevent Ebola outbreak

The federal government has announced plans to impose restrictions on flights from countries affected by Ebola as part of an effort to prevent an outbreak in the country.

President Bola Tinubu and Tinubu, Gbajabiamila wearing face mask
May 29, 2026

Lagos, Abuja, Rivers, Kano, Cross River, Enugu high-risk areas for Ebola virus outbreak: NCDC

Nigeria has activated its national Emergency Operations Centre, currently operating in alert mode while coordinating preparedness activities, according to NCDC.