Health
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Sokoto commends stakeholders for success in polio vaccination
Dr Faruk Umar, Commissioner of Health for Sokoto State, addressing participants at a media dialogue on the Polio OBR Round…
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Stray bullet kills 20-month-old child in Imo; Hospital refused treatment, demanding Police report – mother
By Peter Okolie Owerri, June 10, 2025 A stray bullet from a yet-to-be identified source has allegedly hit and killed…
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Protect Oceans to sustain the planet, HOMEF, FishNet advocate on World Ocean Day
The Health of Mother Earth Foundation (HOMEF) and FishNet Alliance have advocated the protection of Oceans as a panacea to…
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Nestlé Nigeria embarks on nationwide clean-up to mark World Environment Day
By Olaitan Idris Lagos, June 9, 2025 Nestlé Nigeria Plc has intensified efforts to ensure environmental sustainability with a nationwide clean-up…
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African Medical Centre of Excellence opens doors to the public; Seeks to transform healthcare in Africa
ABUJA, Nigeria, June 5, 2025 The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) officially opened Thursday, marking a historic milestone in…
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World Environment Day 2025: Chevron Nigeria Limited’s commitment to environmental protection
Since 1973, June 5 has been celebrated annually as World Environment Day (WED). This day is dedicated to raising awareness…
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Tinubu confers national honour on Bill Gates, an inspiration to leaders
President Bola Tinubu said on Tuesday in Lagos that Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft and chairman of the Bill Gates…
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Albinism Association of Nigeria advocates timely implementation GDS-2025 commitments
The Albinism Association of Nigeria on Wednesday advocated the timely implementation of commitments made by Nigeria at the recently concluded…
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Alcohol linked to higher risk of pancreatic cancer – WHO study
By Tiamiyu Arobani New York, May 27, 2025 Alcoholic drinks, especially beer and spirits, may raise the risk of pancreatic…
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Brazilian president diagnosed with labyrinthitis after vertigo episode
Sao Paulo, May 27, 2025 Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva was diagnosed with labyrinthitis following a sudden vertigo…
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WHA agrees on new global traditional medicine strategy for 2025 – 2034
By Cecilia Ologunagba New York, May 26, 2025 Members of the World Health Assembly (WHA) on Monday agreed on the…
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Soludo urges acceptance of Measles-Rubella vaccine in Anambra
Wife of the Anambra State Governor, Dr Nonye Soludo, has launched grassroots advocacy in preparation for the introduction of Measles-Rubella…
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Uzodimma gifts brand-new bus to Faculty of Nursing IMSU
The Governor of Imo State, Senator Hope Uzodimma has presented a brand-new bus to the Faculty of Nursing Sciences, College…
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A tribute to Prof. Obijiofor Aginam: A visionary at crossroads of global health, peace, education By Shumm-u-él Mulenga Bukata Chanda
In a world marked by complex crises, from pandemics to conflict, misinformation to inequality, few voices echo as powerfully, as…
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Konga Health, L’Oréal partner to raise personal care awareness with discount campaign
Konga Health, in collaboration with Konga Online, has launched a nationwide campaign offering generous discounts on a wide range of…
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‘Cancer touches us all’: Biden thanks public after diagnosis
Washington, May 19, 2025 Former U.S. president Joe Biden has expressed his gratitude for the goodwill he has received following…
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Abia: Commission educates stakeholders on autism, intellectual disability mgt.
By Leonard Okachie Umuahia, May 17, 2025 The Abia State Commission for the Welfare of Disabled Persons has sensitised stakeholders…
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Nigerian-born South Africa-based orthopaedic surgeon performs novel, complex endoscopic spinal surgery
A first for Gauteng: Mediclinic Vereeniging orthopaedic surgeon performs complex endoscopic spinal surgery On 22 March 2025, Dr Dennis Agbazue,…
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California governor outlines $12bn deficit, freeze on immigrant health programme access
Sacramento (Calif.), May 15, 2025 California is facing a 12 billion dollars deficit that Gov. Gavin Newsom wants to help…
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Trump signs 30-day drug price order
Washington, May 13, 2025 President Donald Trump on Monday signed a sweeping executive order giving drugmakers 30 days to voluntarily…
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Chief (Dr.) Chris Asoluka, 70, passes unto glory
The transition to eternity of another Igbo icon and Nigerian patriot, Chief (Dr.) Chris Chigoziri Asoluka, has been announced. Chief…
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Sightsavers committed to improving healthcare, reducing child mortality in A’Ibom
By Isaiah Eka A Non Governmental Organisation (NGO) SightSavers says it was committed to ensuring improved healthcare and reducing child…
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UN fund allocates over $4m to support Congolese refugees, combat Angola cholera outbreak
By Cecilia Ologunagba New York, May 9, 2025 The UN Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF) has received two new allocations…
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50m people in West, Central Africa at risk of hunger – WFP
By Cecilia Ologunagba New York, May 9, 2025 The UN World Food Programme (WFP) has warned that millions of people…
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NiDCOM lauds diaspora-led medical team on Respiratory Therapy training initiative
Abuja, May 7, 2025: Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), has expressed strong commendation for…
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