ACOMIN warns that staff shortages, stock-outs, and poor infrastructure are severely undermining service delivery in Nigeria's Primary Health Centres, eroding public trust and worsening health outcomes nationwide.
Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, inducts a record 122 medical doctors. Dr Maimunat Suleiman, 27, emerged as the overall best graduate. State officials pledge internship and job opportunities.
The World Bank's IMPACT project has revitalised 83 Primary Health Centres in Kwara State, enhancing access to quality healthcare, safe deliveries, and immunisation for over 722,000 outpatients. Read more.
Business analyst Nnadozie Odinaka warns that only data centre operators with strong financial frameworks can unlock AI's economic potential. Discover the three traits of winning operators.
Avon Medical Practice has opened a N200 million state-of-the-art ICU in Lagos, operating 24/7 with a specialist team. This investment aims to provide world-class critical care locally and reduce the need for medical travel abroad.
JAMB's Registrar, Prof. Is'haq Oloyede, has disclosed plans to accredit 1,039 CBT centres for the 2026 UTME. The board is on a nationwide tour to ensure standards and block centres implicated in malpractice. Read the full details.
NSC CEO Pius Akutah urges Nigeria to become a maritime hub, detailing reforms in ports, dry ports, transit parks & dispute resolution saving billions. A must-read for business.
Former VP Yemi Osinbajo commissions the Modupe & Folorunso Alakija Medical Research Hospital at Osun State University, a 250-bed facility aimed at reducing medical tourism and boosting local healthcare.
Aisha Buhari dispels poisoning rumours about her late husband, President Muhammadu Buhari, citing mismanaged nutrition and broken routine as the real cause of his 2017 health crisis. Read the full revelation.
Online personality Auntie Esther rejects blood transfusion for cancer treatment due to her faith as a Jehovah's Witness, sparking debate after N30m in public donations. Read the full story.
Nigerian influencer Aunty Esther refuses blood transfusion due to Jehovah's Witness beliefs while battling cancer, sparking intense online debate. Read the full story and reactions.
Popular X shopper Aunty Esther, diagnosed with cancer, declines vital blood transfusion due to Jehovah's Witness beliefs, causing donors and medical volunteers to withdraw support. Read the full story.
Security forces in Kwara State have detained a medical doctor suspected of transporting drugs to kidnapping gangs. The arrest in Jebba highlights the gangs' desperation for medical aid after clashes. Read the full report.
The University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED) in Ondo has welcomed 1,232 new students. Vice-Chancellor Prof. Ebunola Adejuyigbe urged them to aim for global excellence through dedication and hard work.
Digital Realty CEO Ikechukwu Nnamani says Nigeria requires 72 edge data centres to power a $1 trillion economy by 2030. He highlights a severe infrastructure gap and lack of AI-ready facilities.
Lagos launches 07000HEALTH, a 24-hour medical hotline & website to provide seamless healthcare for residents and visitors during the busy Detty December festivities. Get instant access to doctors, pharmacy deliveries & more.
Veteran singer Stella Monye breaks down in tears, pleading for financial assistance for her son Ibrahim's life-saving surgery after a 24-year medical battle following a tragic childhood accident.
A Nigerian lady's TikTok celebration of UK medical school admission after two local rejections sparks debate on academic standards and personal effort. Read her story and the mixed reactions.
Federal Government urges Medical Lab Council to tighten regulations, fight quackery, and ensure global-standard services to safeguard public health and build trust in diagnostics.
NSIA-MedServe partners with GE Healthcare to establish 10 diagnostic centres nationwide by mid-2026, boosting access to CT scans, mammography, and X-rays for early disease detection.
The Nigerian Institute of Medical Research warns that the country's health security is vulnerable without long-term investment in local research. Experts call for a unified national fund and media support to drive innovation.
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An 8-year-old Kansas boy suffered severe burns after his chain necklace got caught in a phone charger while he slept. His mother warns parents to keep electronics off beds. Read his survival story.
The Medical and Dental Practitioners Investigation Panel challenges an FCT High Court judgment that overturned the interim suspension of Dr. Ferdinand Ejike Orji. The appeal seeks to clarify regulatory powers in Nigeria's medical sector.
The CDCFIB has published the official list of physical verification centres for the 2025 recruitment of Immigration, Fire Service, NSCDC, and Correctional Service. See the full state-by-state list and key details for shortlisted candidates.
A 16-year-old Indian girl has died after a horrific gang rape and being forced to drink acid. Her month-long struggle ended at KGMU, Lucknow. Police have arrested suspects.
Nigeria's Army Chief pledges optimal medical care for wounded soldiers, affirming their sacrifices are valued. Visit to Kaduna hospital highlights facility upgrades.
Sani Bello Foundation provides free surgical care to over 600 Nigerians in Kontagora. Read about this life-changing humanitarian initiative and its impact.
Prof. Kenneth Iregbu advises Nigerians to consult doctors before lab tests, warning against self-prescription. Essential for proper diagnosis and patient safety.
Nigerian resident doctors suspend their 29-day strike, directing members to resume work immediately after signing an MOU with the government on key demands.