Over 14,000 smallholder farmers in Bauchi North are gaining climate resilience and income through a N4 billion regenerative agriculture initiative by Heineken Africa Foundation and Nigerian Breweries. Read more.
Nigeria's Senate has declared a public health emergency in Ogijo, Lagos-Ogun border, over severe lead poisoning. It demands urgent medical and environmental action. Read the full story.
Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly rejects a bill seeking to ban dog meat consumption over health risks. Lawmaker's motion collapses without a seconder. Read full details.
The Federal Government launches the RESTORE Project Report to address climate change and conflict in the Lake Chad Basin. Discover the plan for resilient resettlement.
Health expert Dr. Yusuff Adebayo advocates for a science-based Tobacco Harm Reduction (THR) approach in Nigeria to reduce smoking-related diseases. Learn about the evidence and policy recommendations.
San Francisco files a landmark lawsuit against major food producers like Kellogg and Nestle, alleging they knowingly caused a public health crisis. Read the full details.
Environmental engineers warn Lagos faces severe risks from flooding and pollution. Experts call for urgent action to harness the blue economy for a sustainable future. Read the full report.
Complete guide to Ogun State Polytechnic of Health and Allied Science (formerly OSCOHTECH). Get details on 2025 courses, school fees, cut-off marks, and admission requirements for aspiring health professionals.
The OECD says the world economy has been 'surprisingly resilient,' raising its 2025 growth estimates for the US and eurozone. Discover the key drivers and potential risks, including AI valuation concerns.
Dr Chizor Malize of FITC outlines innovation, resilience, and dynamism as essential for African youth to build sustainable enterprises. Learn the mandates for success.
Nasarawa State Government arrested 96 persons for violating environmental sanitation laws. The state also plans to revitalize waste recycling plants in Lafia and Karu to improve public health.
Ex-Gov Mimiko demands increased public spending on health and education, linking them to national development. He proposes a revamped school feeding programme and police decentralisation.
Federal Government seeks applications for National Health Fellows Programme. Nigerians aged 25-35 with health sciences, IT, or social sciences degrees encouraged to apply before deadline.
The West African Institute of Public Health advocates technology integration to address Nigeria's growing non-communicable disease burden. Learn how digital solutions can transform healthcare.
Sahara Group urges scaling nature-based solutions at COP30 to unlock climate finance and boost Africa's resilience. Learn about their Adopt-a-Forest initiative.
Nigeria launches Lokoja Dialogues to address water crisis, potentially boosting GDP by 6% annually and reducing farmer-herder conflicts worth $13.7 billion through WEFE nexus approach.
LASEPA reveals 25% of hospital diseases in Lagos stem from environmental pollution. 74 industries sanctioned. Report polluters for a healthier Lagos.
President Bola Tinubu launches Global Flood Disaster Management Project to combat climate change effects and enhance Nigeria's flood resilience through proactive measures.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio warns Nigeria's health funding falls critically short of commitments. The Senate moves to pass key bills, including doubling the Basic Healthcare Provision Fund, to tackle systemic crises.
Environmental expert Oluwaferanmi Akinyemi reveals how Nigeria can combat climate-health challenges through resilience, data systems, and community engagement. Learn the urgent priorities.
Urban planning experts call for technology-enabled, resilience-driven approaches to transform Nigerian cities. Learn how community involvement can shape sustainable urban futures.
Brain Health Initiative Nigeria urges National Assembly to integrate brain health into national policies as Africa faces $54 billion annual losses from brain disorders and productivity decline.
Public health expert Dr. Cindy Iheanetu urges Nigeria to implement mandatory hepatitis B vaccination at birth and data-driven health policies to reduce maternal mortality and disease spread.
Limited infrastructure, unreliable power and digital illiteracy slow Nigeria's digital health transformation. Legislative action needed to achieve Universal Health Coverage goals.
Federal Government warns of dangerous chemical and microbial contamination in groundwater across Kogi, Lagos, and Kebbi states. Health risks include neurological damage and kidney failure. Urgent action required.
University of Ibadan's Veterinary Public Health department celebrates 50 years, stakeholders call for evidence-based research and government support for food safety and national health.
Children's International School Lagos hosted over 1,700 participants for Family Fun Day, featuring games, music, and resilience lessons. Discover how CIS builds strong educational communities.
The Health Sector Reform Coalition raises alarm over Nigeria's underfunded health system, warning of disrupted immunisation and maternal care. Urgent action is needed to stop the 'Japa' syndrome.
FIRS Chairman Dr Zacch Adedeji proposes collaboration with Nigerian universities to drive innovation and economic resilience. Discover how academia can bridge the tax gap.
Federal Government directs NCoS PROs to enhance media relations for transparency and public confidence. CG Nwakuche emphasizes PR as cornerstone of service reforms.