Saturday, November 14, 2026

Health

September 1, 2026

Katsina health workers to begin seven-day warning strike September 8

The notice, addressed to the state head of service, followed the expiration of a 21-day ultimatum issued to the Katsina State government on August 11.

Katsina state map (Credit: Punch)
September 1, 2026

WHO restricts Ervebo vaccine use in Bundibugyo virus disease outbreak

WHO issued new emergency guidance on using the licensed Ervebo vaccine during Bundibugyo virus disease outbreaks.

WHO
September 1, 2026

Lassa fever cases rise to 1,035, deaths hit 252

The NCDC said the case fatality rate rose to 24.4 per cent, up from 18.6 per cent in 2025.

Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention
August 31, 2026

Lagos govt calls for grassroots action to reduce maternal deaths

The commissioner said maternal mortality remained a major concern for families and society.

Mobolaji Ogunlende (Credit: X)
August 31, 2026

African traditional medicine key to universal health coverage, says WHO

“Traditional medicine remains an important source of healthcare, particularly in rural communities where practitioners often serve as the first point of contact,” the WHO said.

WHO
August 31, 2026

Association calls for greater attention to geriatric healthcare in Nigeria

The Islamic Medical Association of Nigeria has called for urgent policy and service reforms “to address growing healthcare needs of older persons in Nigeria”.

Islamic Medical Association of Nigeria
August 31, 2026

Ex-Nigerian envoy to Togo Debo Adesina’s wife begs Tinubu for help as husband lies in coma in Canadian hospital

Mrs Debo-Adesina pleaded with Mr Tinubu to stand with the veteran journalist and his distressed family.

Oluyemisi Debo-Adesina
August 30, 2026
August 30, 2026

PSN elects Munirat Akanbi-Bello as first female chair in Kwara

The Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria Kwara branch elected Hajia Munirat Akanbi-Bello as its state chairman.

Munirat Akanbi-Bello
August 30, 2026

Paediatrician warns parents against excessive sugar consumption in children

Mr Ibrahim advised parents to provide regular meals and encourage children to drink water more.

No sugar sign