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New NAFDAC Boss, NCDC Chief Appointed by Tinubu

WEBDr. Mansur Kabir, a renowned pharmacist and public health expert, has been named as the new Chairman of the board of the National Agency for Food and …

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Lagos Hospital Aims to End Medical Tourism with Cutting-Edge …

WEBIn 2023, Shell Nigeria paid $1.09 billion in taxes and royalties, underscoring its substantial financial contribution to the Nigerian government and its economic …

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Nigeria's Maternity Dilemma: Tradition vs. Modern Healthcare …

WEBSummary: Despite the advancements in modern healthcare, TBAs and prayer houses continue to thrive as delivery facilities in Nigeria. Challenges in Nigeria’s …

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Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Plan Aims to Revamp Nigeria’s Health …

WEBPresident Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s “Renewed Hope Agenda” aims to transform Nigeria’s healthcare. Central to the strategy is a commitment to Universal Health …

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WHO Appeals for $1.5 Billion to Tackle 41 Global Emergencies in …

WEBThe World Health Organisation (WHO) has launched an urgent appeal for $1.5 billion to protect the most vulnerable populations in 41 emergencies around the …

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ILO, IAPB: 13 Million Workers Suffer from Vision Impairment Tied …

WEBAccording to a collaborative study by the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB), around 13 …

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UNICEF Donates Oxygen Plant to Nigerian Hospital to Save Lives

WEBThe United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has donated a Pressure Swing Absorption (PSA) oxygen plant to Olabisi Onabanjo University Teaching Hospital …

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Nigerian Government Pleads with Doctors to Return Home

WEBNigeria’s health minister has appealed to the eight medical staff who were approved for foreign training to return home and serve the country that sponsored their …

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Lagos Bans Styrofoam Takeaway Packs, Prioritizes Environmental …

WEBLagos imposes ban on styrofoam takeaway packs, granting businesses a three-week period for adjustment in environmental health initiative.

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How Poor Breastfeeding and Nutrition Stunt Kano Children’s Growth

WEBA recent report revealed that 45% of children under five years old in Kano State are stunted due to a lack of proper breastfeeding and nutrition.

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Skyrocketing Food Prices: Nigeria's Looming Health Catastrophe

WEBAs Nigeria grapples with an escalating inflation rate, now at 31.70% as of February 2024, and expected to rise to 34% by quarter’s end, the surge in food prices is …

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Funke Akindele Reflects on Life, Marriage, and Career Success

WEBIn a world where success is often narrowly defined, Akindele’s perspective offers a refreshing and empowering narrative. According to a report by The Guardian, …

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Akwa Ibom Faces Rising HIV Rates, Sparks Alarm

WEBThe Nigeria HIV/AIDs Indicator and Impact Survey (NAIIS) ranks Akwa Ibom as the state bearing the heaviest HIV burden, reflecting a 5.5% rate. This alarming …

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Tragic End in Lagos: Banker's Despair Leads to Heartbreaking Suicide

WEBIn a heart-wrenching incident that has shaken the Ikorodu area of Lagos State, a 32-year-old female banker, Amarachi Ugochukwu, tragically ended her life in …

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Abandoned Oil Wells Spark Environmental Concerns in Niger Delta

WEBThe Niger Delta region is currently facing a mounting environmental and health crisis, stemming from the numerous abandoned oil wells and derelict …

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Governor Dapo Abiodun Unveils N5 Billion Economic Relief Package

WEBIn a decisive response to the economic difficulties facing its residents, the Ogun State government, led by Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun, has launched a …

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Ajaokuta Steel Complex: Nigeria’s Industrial Dream Revived

WEBOctober 9, 2023. By Motoni Olodun. Nigeria’s long-awaited Ajaokuta Steel Complex is nearing completion, with the potential to generate $1.6 billion in annual revenue and …

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Nigeria’s Economic Woes Deepen Amid Inflation, FX Shortages

WEBAmid soaring inflation rates and a dwindling foreign exchange (FX) reservoir, Nigeria’s economic health continues to plummet. As a result, a record high number of …

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