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Despite Efforts, Nigeria’s Health Metrics Remain Among Worst Globally

Health / By Ubaso Nwaozuzu / 28/05/2023

In a statement made over the weekend, outgoing Health Minister Dr Osagie Ehanire has underscored that Nigeria continues to grapple with poor health indicators, despite significant investments made into the sector. These issues are particularly pronounced in child and maternal health and road traffic accidents. Ehanire expressed this concern during his keynote speech at the …

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Anambra Authorities Apprehend Sham Doctors, Close Health Facilities

Health / By Celima Sulaimon / 28/05/2023

The Anambra State Government has brought two fraudulent medics into custody and ordered the closure of their health facilities in Alor, Idemili South Local Government Area, and Adazi-Enu, Anaocha Local Government Area. Dr Afam Obidike, the State’s Health Commissioner, security officials and members of the Anambra Joint Enforcement Team (ANJET) stormed the sites on Friday …

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NDLEA Chief Buba Marwa Urges Nigerian Youth to Steer Clear of Drug Abuse

Health / By Nissi Nwaozuzu / 24/05/2023

Article Summary NDLEA Chairman Brig. Gen. Buba Marwa warns Nigerian youth about the dangers of illicit drug use. Marwa speaks “Culture, drug abuse and the future of Nigerian youths” at the National Institute for Cultural Orientation’s 2023 Annual Public Lecture. He highlights the negative consequences of drug abuse and urges the empowerment of young people …

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FG and WHO Initiate Emergency Response Program to Combat Disease Outbreaks

Health / By Sharon Chima / 23/05/2023

Article Summary The Federal Government and the World Health Organization (WHO) have launched a program to prepare for, detect, and respond to disease outbreaks. The initiative, ‘ Strengthening and Utilising Response Groups for Emergencies (Surge)’, is designed to enhance readiness and coordination at all levels. The program was launched across all six geopolitical zones of …

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Nigerian Association Of Resident Doctors Nard

Resident Doctors Call off Five-Day Strike, Set to Resume Duties

Health / By Ubaso Nwaozuzu / 22/05/2023

Article Summary The National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has suspended its five-day warning strike. The association’s president, Dr Emeka Orji, announced that work resumes at 8 a.m. today in all federal and state Teaching Hospitals and other hospitals where resident doctors are trained. The progress will be reviewed during their general meeting on June …

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Truce Reached: Resident Doctors and Federal Government Settle Over Warning Strike

Health / By Nissi Nwaozuzu / 22/05/2023

Article Summary The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) and the Federal Government have agreed to halt the five-day warning strike by the doctors. The strike began on May 17, following the expiration of a 14-day ultimatum by the doctors demanding a 200% increment in the Consolidated Medical Salary Structure. The agreement was disclosed in …

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President Buhari Launches New State House Medical Centre, Bolstering Presidential Family’s Healthcare

Health / By Sharon Chima / 19/05/2023

Article Summary President Muhammadu Buhari inaugurates the State House Medical Centre to provide medical services to the presidential family and special guests. Permanent Secretary, Mr Tijjani Umar, emphasises the facility’s advanced diagnostic and treatment capabilities, marking Buhari’s commitment to Nigerians’ health and wellbeing. The First Lady, Aisha Buhari, has been influential in advocating for the …

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First Lady Announces End of Presidential Medical Tourism with N21bn Wing

Health / By Sharon Chima / 19/05/2023

Article Summary First Lady, Aisha Buhari, declares future presidents and their families will no longer seek medical treatment abroad due to the newly inaugurated N21bn Presidential Wing of the State House Medical Centre. The idea for the Presidential Wing arose in 2017 after the president’s extended stay in London for medical treatment. Instead of expensive …

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FG Initiates Construction of Mega Vaccine Storage Facilities in Nigeria

Health / By Felicia Komeja / 19/05/2023

The Federal Government of Nigeria has commenced the construction of a large-scale storage facility in Abuja to expand vaccine storage capacity at a national level. In addition, the plan includes two other facilities in Lagos and Kano. During the ground-breaking ceremony, the Health Minister, Osagie Ehanire, stated that the increasing population and introduction of new …

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Patients Left Stranded as National Doctors’ Strike in Nigeria Enters Second Day

Health / By Felicia Komeja / 19/05/2023

The National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD)’s five-day warning strike entered its second day, leaving patients across the country distressed and without treatment in public hospitals. The situation has become especially dire in public health facilities in Nasarawa State and Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital (ABUTH), Kaduna, where patients were left uncared for due to …

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