Nigerian Doctor Wins MLK Community Service Award in US

Dr. Festus Oluseye Babarinde receives the 2025 Martin Luther King Jr. Community Service Award in the United States for his lifelong dedication to volunteerism and public service in underserved communities across Nigeria and the diaspora.

Gombe Opens Centre to Support Rape Victims

Gombe State Government commissions a Sexual Assault Referral Centre at the Specialist Hospital, offering medical, psychological, and legal aid to survivors, with UNICEF support.

Nurse Breaks Down 2026 Lagos Childbirth Costs

A Nigerian nurse details childbirth expenses in Lagos for 2026, revealing antenatal care from ₦450k, normal delivery ₦800k+, and emergency CS up to ₦2m+ with additional costs.

13 Key Components of Primary Health Care in Nigeria

Primary Health Care serves as the foundation of Nigeria's healthcare system. This article explores the 13 critical components that make PHC effective, from health education to disease prevention and treatment.

Lassa Fever Outbreak in Benue Claims Two Lives

Benue State faces a Lassa fever outbreak with nine suspected cases, including five confirmed infections and two fatalities. Health authorities have activated emergency response measures.

Brain Centre records 160 critical interventions in one year

Brain Centre in Ibadan has conducted over 160 critical neurological interventions in its first year, addressing Nigeria's rising burden of stroke and brain injuries. Learn about their life-saving mission and the urgent need for specialist care.

Catheter Mishap Devastates Lagos Cleric's Life

Alfred Ogene's stroke treatment at a Lagos hospital led to a severe urethral injury from a mishandled catheter, leaving him in permanent pain and with over N4.4m in bills. Read the full investigation.

Ogun Govt Funds Measles-Rubella Campaign for Children

Ogun State Government guarantees funding and logistics for a 10-day measles-rubella vaccination campaign starting Jan 27, 2026. Over 8,000 health workers will target children aged 9 months to 14 years for full coverage.

Twin Babies Die After Immunization in Lagos

A Lagos family is in mourning after their 9-month-old identical twin boys died a day after receiving immunizations. The father shares heartbreaking details on TikTok, raising vaccine safety concerns.

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