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Health

August 7, 2023

Gov. Zulum approves employment of 52 medical staff for government hospital in Borno

According to Me Kullima, the 52 staff to be recruited comprised two doctors, eight nurses and 42 supporting staff.

Babagana Umara Zulum
August 7, 2023

200 people suffer food poisoning in Afghanistan

At least 200 people fell ill due to food poisoning in east Afghanistan’s Khost province, an official said on Monday.

People lying down on the floor in an Afghan hospital [Credit; United News of India]
August 7, 2023

Sanwo-Olu sacks facility managers, suspends LASIAMA boss over fatal elevator crash

”The police will also investigate anyone else that might have been found to be negligent.”

Sanwo-Olu
August 6, 2023

Resident doctors to begin daily protests over unmet demands

According to the doctors, it is the decision of the national executive council of NARD to embark on such action.

Striking doctors
August 5, 2023

Pharmacists urge FG to prioritise health sector following GlaxoSmithKline’s exit

Mr Oladigbolu said that the GSK exit would further contribute to the unemployment rate in the country.

GlaxoSmithKline
August 5, 2023

Peter Obi laments GlaxoSmithKline’s exit from Nigeria after 51 years of operation

He said that their reason for leaving portends a gloomy future for the country’s investment climate.

Peter Obi
August 5, 2023

Resident doctors begins indefinite strike in Kaduna

“We also demand immediate implementation of the new hazard allowance with arrears,” he said.

Doctors (Photo credit: Guardian)
August 5, 2023

Bauchi govt. tasks stakeholders on measures against animal-to-human diseases

He also called on herders, butchers, and other processors to protect themselves from animal disease transmission.

Bala Mohammed, Governor of Bauchi State (Credit: Premium Times)
August 4, 2023

Ondo unveils plans to recruit doctors, other health workers

“Government has given approval for more doctors to be employed, as well as other health workers,” said Mr Ajaka.

Banji Ajaka
August 4, 2023

Strike: FG implements ‘no work, no pay’ policy for resident doctors

“I am further directed to request your good office to stop the salaries of all striking resident doctors with effect from July 26, 2023,” the letter read.

NIGERIAN DOCTORS