Stakeholders Urge Overhaul of Health Insurance to Save Lives
Health stakeholders call for urgent reform of Nigeria's dysfunctional health insurance scheme after a free medical outreach in Port Harcourt highlights the deadly cash-and-carry system.
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Valerie Fubara Visits, Gifts Christmas Babies in Port Harcourt
Rivers First Lady, Lady Valerie Fubara, visited RSUTH and a children's home on Christmas Day, gifting newborns and orphans. She urged parents to raise children in God's fear.
UBTH Chief Urges Nigerians to Stay Hopeful for New Year
Prof. Idia Ize-Iyamu, UBTH's CMD, calls for optimism in 2025, citing faith and institutional resilience. She thanked staff and visited patients during the hospital's carol event.
Maths Teacher Jailed, Banned for Life After Pupil Affairs
Rebecca Joynes, 30, gets 6.5-year sentence and life teaching ban for s3xual offences with two students, one she had a baby with. Shocking breach of trust detailed.
Investor Fatigue, $14bn Gap Stall Nigeria's Deep-Seaports
Nigeria's ambition to become West Africa's maritime hub is faltering as seven deep-seaport projects stall, needing $14bn. Lekki Port operates at just 20% capacity. Experts urge policy review and a 'Prioritisation Matrix'.
How Strategy Cleared Mile 2-Tin Can Port Gridlock
Former Tin Can Island Port Manager, Sylvester Egede, details the non-coercive strategy that ended the notorious Mile 2 port corridor traffic. Learn the key lessons for solving national problems. Read more.
Activist Dies After Hospital Strike, Writes Own Obituary
Kingsley Aneke's tragic death highlights Nigeria's healthcare crisis. His self-penned obituary blames hospital strikes and upfront payment demands. Read his powerful final plea for change.
Developer Urges Coordinated Approach on Housing Challenge
TAF Africa Global's MD, Mustapha Njie, advocates for government incentives and mortgage expansion to address Nigeria's housing crisis during the commissioning of 1,000 homes in Port Harcourt.
Patient Seeks ED Treatment at Nigerian Hospital at 11 PM
A Nigerian doctor, Zainab Suleiman, expressed surprise after a patient arrived at the hospital late at night complaining of erectile dysfunction. Read her reaction and what it says about healthcare priorities.
Church Denies Wedding Guests Entry Over Hair, Dress
A Port Harcourt church faces backlash after allegedly denying groomsmen and a lady entry to a wedding over their braided hair and attire. The guests spent N185k on suits. Read the full story and public reactions.
Rivers State Promises Open Arms to Investors at Trade Fair
Rivers State Investment Promotion Agency pledges to improve ease of doing business and tackle negative perceptions to attract investments. Key stakeholders call for protection of existing businesses.
Famfa Oil Commissions World-Class Hospital in Osun
Famfa Oil's new hospital aims to stop Nigeria's $7bn medical tourism drain. This private-sector move seeks to retain billions in forex and boost local healthcare.
Ekiti sacks surgeon over illegal kidney removal
Ekiti State government dismisses surgeon, suspends team after probe finds kidneys removed without consent. Government to fund victim's transplant. Full story.
Norwegian Crown Princess Needs Lung Transplant
Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit faces a lung transplant as her pulmonary fibrosis worsens. Read the latest health update and expert analysis on her condition.
Kano, Port Harcourt Airports Get NCAA Safety Certification
Nigeria's aviation safety gets a major boost as NCAA certifies Mallam Aminu Kano and Port Harcourt international airports. Read about the rigorous process and what it means for passengers and investors.
Surgeon Dismissed Over Kidney Surgery at EKSUTH
Ekiti State Government dismisses surgeon, suspends team over botched kidney procedure. Govt to fund patient's new transplant and care. Full story on the EKSUTH scandal.
Healthcare Worker Jailed for S3xually Ass@ulting Patients
Ieuan Crump, 26, sentenced to nine years for s3xually ass@ulting two vulnerable patients during fake medical examinations at Grange Hospital. Read the shocking details.
Ondo Deep Sea Port Receives Revalidated Licence
Ondo State secures revalidated licence for its deep-sea port, a major hub set to serve Nigeria and West Africa with 18-metre depth for large vessels. Read more.
Man dies after 34-hour wait for antibiotics, probe finds
A 45-year-old father died after waiting 34 hours for antibiotics at a UK hospital. An investigation ruled his death preventable. Read the full report on the systemic failures.
Husband sleeps on hospital floor after wife's labour
A Nigerian woman's video of her husband sleeping on a hospital floor after supporting her through childbirth has melted hearts online. See the touching reactions.
Lawyer Seeks Justice for Wife's Death in Lagos Hospital
Human rights lawyer Inibehe Effiong demands justice for his friend's wife, Akudo John, who died from alleged medical negligence at Gynescope Specialist Hospital, Lekki, during childbirth. #JusticeForLovelyn
Lagos Demolishes Mile 12, Leaves Thousands Homeless
Lagos State government demolishes homes, a hospital, and a school in Mile 12, rendering thousands homeless. Residents decry lack of notice and relocation plans. #LagosDemolition #Mile12
ATBUTH Apprehends Suspected Impostor Defrauding Patients
ATBUTH Bauchi's SERVICOM unit arrests an elderly man for extorting N45,000 from a patient's relatives. Management warns the public against fraudsters and reiterates zero tolerance for corruption.
Edo CP Commissions Ultra-Modern Police Post at UBTH
Edo State Police Commissioner Monday Agbonika commissions a new, fully-equipped police post at UBTH to enhance security for patients, staff, and visitors. Read more on this critical safety upgrade.
Man Arrested for Defrauding Patients at ATBUTH
ATBUTH management apprehends a man for allegedly extorting N45,000 from a gunshot victim's relatives. Hospital warns public against fraudsters. Read more.
Elderly man arrested for defrauding ATBUTH patient
ATBUTH Bauchi's SERVICOM unit arrested an impostor who swindled a gunshot victim's relatives of N45,000. Management warns the public against fraudsters and reiterates zero tolerance for extortion. Report any suspicious activity.
NAOWA Commissions Equipment at Ikoyi Military Hospital
The Nigerian Army Officers’ Wives Association (NAOWA) has commissioned critical medical equipment and renovated the Accident & Emergency Ward at the Military Hospital, Ikoyi. This initiative aims to expedite patient recovery.
Bike Man's Secret Love Proposal to Lady Sparks Reactions
A Nigerian lady left stunned after her commercial bike rider sends a WhatsApp voice note proposing a secret romantic relationship. The viral TikTok post has ignited a firestorm of mixed reactions online.
Osinbajo Commissions Alakija's Medical Hospital at UNIOSUN
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.
Ex-CJN Ibrahim Tanko Muhammad Passes Away
Former Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Ibrahim Tanko Muhammad, has died in a Saudi Arabian hospital. NAMLAS mourns a towering figure of integrity and justice. Read more.
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