Bayelsa State launches a road show to sensitize residents ahead of the Measles-Rubella vaccination campaign from January 20-29, 2026. Health officials urge parents to vaccinate children aged 9-15 months.
Donovan Metayer, a survivor of the 2018 Parkland school shooting, has died by suicide at age 26. His family shares his story to break the silence on mental health and gun violence trauma. Read more.
James Ransone, famed for his role as Ziggy Sobotka in HBO's The Wire, has died at 46. Authorities confirm suicide as cause. Support mental health awareness today.
Nigerian woman Tovia reunites with her children after a successful kidney transplant funded by public donations, following abandonment by her husband after kidney failure during childbirth.
Health experts in Nigeria stress the critical need for routine prostate cancer screening for men aged 40+. Early detection saves lives and reduces the disease's growing burden.
Nigeria reports 33 new Lassa fever cases in one week, with the national fatality rate climbing to 18.2%. NCDC details the outbreak response as NIPRD addresses a critical shortage of WHO-approved antimalarials.
Zion Akingboye accuses Oyeniyi Iwakun of dishonouring his late father's legacy with lies about his mental health. He reveals medical records confirming a 2019 Bipolar Disorder diagnosis. Read the full statement.
A new study reveals a hidden health crisis: nearly one-third of Ibadan's transport workers have hypertension. Learn the key risk factors and urgent public health recommendations.
James Ransone, known for his role in 'The Wire,' has died by suicide in Los Angeles at age 46. He was a father of two and a survivor of sexual abuse. Read the full story.
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.
The US and Nigeria have signed a landmark $5.1 billion health agreement. The deal includes $200 million specifically for over 900 Christian faith-based health facilities serving millions nationwide.
Aisha Bubah receives the U.S. Mission's Trailblazer Award for her pivotal role in Nigeria's mental health reform and community care. Discover her impactful journey.
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.
UK-based Nigerian health consultant Dr Tokumbo Fasuyi highlights the critical role of care coordination and personalised health management in improving Nigeria's healthcare outcomes and economic productivity.
The Ekiti State Government has dismissed an EKSUTH surgeon for wrongly removing a patient's kidney. It will fund a new transplant and reorganise the hospital. Read the full report.
Lagos University Teaching Hospital opens a state-of-the-art dermatology centre to improve diagnosis, treatment, and research for skin diseases in Nigeria and West Africa, addressing a long-neglected health burden.
UNICEF projects 1.8 million annual child deaths in Africa by 2040. WHO and UNAIDS warn of stalled HIV fight. Urgent political action and investment in primary healthcare are needed to avert disaster.
Ekiti State government dismisses surgeon, suspends team after probe finds kidneys removed without consent. Government to fund victim's transplant. Full story.
Health experts stress that achieving gender equity in healthcare leadership is essential for improving service delivery and building stronger, more inclusive health systems across Nigeria. Learn why women's voices are critical.
Thorntina-74, a Ghanaian herbal wellness product, has officially entered Nigeria with full NAFDAC approval. It promises immune support and vitality through accredited agents.
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.
The Federal Government has approved ₦32.9 billion to strengthen primary healthcare access. The funds, part of the BHCPF, will be disbursed in January 2026 to support essential services and a new Citizens' Response Centre.
NAFDAC alerts Nigerians to recall of Indomie Vegetable Flavour noodles due to undeclared milk and eggs. Consumers urged to discard product and report sightings.
Edo Deputy Governor Dennis Idahosa directs the strengthening of rural Primary Healthcare Centres and announces a major Measles-Rubella vaccine campaign for 2026, targeting all children aged 9 months to 14 years.
Edo Deputy Governor Dennis Idahosa mandates stronger rural primary healthcare. Plans 2026 Measles-Rubella vaccine campaign for children 9 months to 14 years. Read more.
Ekiti State government dismisses a surgeon and suspends team after probe into alleged illegal kidney removal. Patient to receive new transplant and two years of care. Full story.
Taraba State launches an E-Referral and Claims Management System under its health insurance scheme, aiming to provide seamless healthcare for over 112,000 enrollees and move towards universal coverage.
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.
Nigeria surpasses targets, freeing 47.1 million people from elephantiasis and river blindness treatment. A $4.9m Gates-funded project strengthens labs and health systems. Read the full story.
A Jos resident, Zere Samuel, appeals for public help to locate the family of a woman named Sarah who went into labour and delivered a baby in front of his Dorowa compound. Mother and child are well.