NNPC/Seplat Offers Free Eye Care to 2000+ in Imo

The NNPC/Seplat Joint Venture's 'Eye Can See' program has delivered free surgeries and eye care services to over 2000 indigent residents in Imo State, including cataract operations and screenings.

Nigeria's Economy at Risk from Mental Health Neglect

As inflation dips to 15.10%, Nigeria's workforce faces severe mental health strains, with 50 million affected and 75% lacking access to care. Experts urge digital health reforms and corporate wellness policies to boost productivity and prevent economic li

Mother Dies After Quintuplet Birth in Kano

Hafsatu Yusuf, a mother of eight, passed away less than 12 hours after delivering quintuplets at Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital in Kano. Her husband, a tricycle driver, seeks public help as the state government covers medical bills.

Experts Call for Overhaul of Nigeria's Health Financing

Health policy experts warn Nigeria's current healthcare financing system is unsustainable, with 70% out-of-pocket payments and less than 10% insurance coverage, demanding urgent reforms for better access and affordability.

MAMII Initiative Cuts Maternal, Newborn Deaths in Nigeria

Nigeria's Maternal and Neonatal Mortality Reduction Innovation Initiative (MAMII) demonstrates how integrated system approaches can accelerate progress toward Sustainable Development Goal 3 by addressing coordination and accountability gaps.

UK Chikungunya Cases Soar 43% as Virus Spreads to Europe

UK health officials report a 43% increase in Chikungunya cases in 2025, with infections linked to travel rising to 160. The mosquito-borne virus causes severe joint pain and has spread to southern Europe due to climate change.

Kano Mother Dies After Quintuplet Birth, Babies Stable

Hafsatu Yusuf, a Kano woman, tragically passed away hours after delivering quintuplets at Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital due to persistent bleeding. The newborns are in stable condition and receiving medical care.

Kano Mother Dies After Quintuplet Birth, Newborns Stable

Hafsatu Yusuf, a Kano mother of eight, tragically passed away after delivering quintuplets at Murtala Specialist Hospital due to post-delivery bleeding. The newborns are in stable condition, and the Kano State government has pledged full healthcare suppor

AHF Calls for More Health Funding Amid Donor Cuts

AIDS Healthcare Foundation advocates for higher domestic budgetary allocations to sustain HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis programs as international donor support declines, during a meeting with Kogi State lawmakers.

Africa Must Invest More to Curb Health Workforce Migration

Rashid Khalani, CEO of Aga Khan University Hospital, emphasizes that African nations must increase health funding, improve infrastructure, and ensure fair compensation to retain medical professionals and combat the ongoing brain drain crisis.

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