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Health

February 21, 2026

FG moves to establish armed forces medical college

Mr Boriowo said the initiative would also address manpower shortages within the armed forces and expand Nigeria’s overall medical training capacity.

Tunji Alausa
February 21, 2026

Japan boosts Lagos cholera response with $1.7 million medical supplies

Mr Hideo said that the projects were to strengthen emergency response.

Lagos State
February 20, 2026

Cholera: Japan donates medical supplies to strengthen Lagos’ preparedness

The commissioner commended the Japanese Government for complementing state interventions.

Cholera patients
February 20, 2026

Navy seizes 489kg of smuggled cannabis in Lagos

The commander explained that drugs handed over to the NDLEA were destroyed by burning after a court injunction had been obtained.

Cannabis 
February 20, 2026

Nigerian parents urged to report adverse vaccine reactions

The paediatrician said HIV-exposed infants should be evaluated before the commencement of immunisation.

Polio immunisation
February 20, 2026

NAFDAC seals 18 warehouses over expired products in Niger

NAFDAC said that the items recovered during the raid included expired non-alcoholic beverages, dairy milk, candies, bottled water and pasta valued at N100 million.

NAFDAC operatives
February 20, 2026

ECA urges African leaders to prioritise health sovereignty

The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa has urged African leaders to prioritise health sovereignty as a core economic strategy to reduce reliance on external aid.

Economic Commission for Africa
February 20, 2026

Delta agency pledges cleaner state capital

The Delta Capital Territory Development Agency has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting a cleaner, healthier, and more livable environment in Asaba.

Delta Governor, RT. Hon Sheriff Oborevwori
February 19, 2026

Govt urged to establish urban health units nationwide to improve care in slums

Mr Onwujekwe said urban slums were often neglected and perceived as needing less intervention than rural areas

SLUMS
February 19, 2026

Kaduna inaugurates DRIVE initiative to boost immunisation coverage

Ms Tense stressed that vaccines saved lives only when transported and stored within the recommended temperature ranges.

Kaduna