The De Imperial Philanthropic Family, Nigeria, has announced the launch of a N50 million scholarship fund aimed at rewarding the highest-performing students in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) across the country. The initiative was officially unveiled on Saturday in
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Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, has announced a new 191 million dollars Health Systems Strengthening, HSS-3, grant to Nigeria aimed at improving immunisation coverage and reaching underserved populations. The initiative targets 1.8 million zero-dose children, those who have never received any routine vaccines and aims to raise immunisation coverage to 84 per cent by 2028. Dr
As the world marks World Health Day, Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has donated N1 billion through the Renewed Hope Initiative to support the fight against cervical cancer in Nigeria. The donation was announced during a courtesy visit by the National Taskforce on Cervical Cancer Elimination, led by Minister of State for Health and […]
Osagie earned a Bachelor of Pharmacy degree from Igbinedion University Okada (IUO) in 2014, graduating with a distinction in pharmacology and toxicology. Following a mandatory one-year pharmacy internship and his national youth service corps, he proceeded to the University of Ibadan (UI) for postgraduate training in pharmacology and therapeutics- with a focus on
ARA-290, a synthetic peptide derived from erythropoietin (EPO), has garnered attention in scientific research due to its potential tissue-protective and anti-inflammatory properties. Unlike EPO, ARA-290 does not appear to impact erythropoiesis, making it a subject of interest in various research domains. This article delves into the peptide’s hypothesized mechanisms
Proxofim, a synthetic peptide, has garnered significant attention in scientific circles for its prospective influence on a variety of cellular and molecular processes. This paper explores the hypothetical roles of Proxofim in fields such as cellular senescence, protein interactions, oxidative stress, cell proliferation, extracellular matrix remodeling, neuroprotection, and
By Ukpono Ukpong The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has confirmed 80 deaths from 413 Lassa fever cases recorded across 11 states between February 3 and 9. According to the latest Lassa Fever Situation Report, the case fatality rate (CFR) has climbed to 19.4 percent, up from 17.5 percent during the same […]
Popular health advocate and registered nurse, Celebrity Nurse Esther, has called for greater access to health education for young women, especially in underserved communities. “Too many girls grow up misinformed or afraid to ask questions,” she said. “Basic knowledge about hygiene, menstruation, and reproductive health should not be a luxury.” Known for her humorous and
Maintaining the most recent techniques and technologies in the always changing area of dentistry depends on ongoing education. Dental courses offers practitioners a great chance to develop their clinical abilities and give their patients better treatment. From advanced certificates to practical seminars, these courses close the knowledge gap between traditional wisdom and
Akachukwu Obianuju Mbata: transforming community pharmacy and advancing global healthcare innovation
Akachukwu Obianuju Mbata is a distinguished community pharmacist, researcher, and thought leader whose career spans over a decade of impactful contributions to pharmacy practice, healthcare delivery, and public health advocacy. Based in Benin City, Nigeria, Akachukwu’s work combines operational excellence with innovative approaches to healthcare challenges, making her a
More natives of Abiriba, in Ohafia local government of Abia State who were rushed to hospitals after consuming drugs donated by a group on Saturday, have recovered. They include those who were unconscious the day they were admitted. The ongoing recovery of the victims followed swift intervention of the Abia State government, Ohafia local government […]
BY ADA DIKE The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has alerted the public of the illegal sale and distribution of an unregistered brand of condom in Nigeria. Named Foula Condoms , NAFDAC officials discovered Foula Condoms (packaged in threes) in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State and Zango, Katsina State. Tagged: Public Alert […]
BY ADA DIKE The implementation of “Project 10 Million” which kicked off October 28 will end on November 3, 2024. Sponsored by the Nigeria’s Health Commissioner’s Forum and supported by the Nigeria Governors’ Forum, the initiative is scheduled to screen 10 million Nigerians for hypertension and diabetes. The organizers said the activities will
BY ADA DIKE A health specialist has explained causes and treatment of cardiovascular disease. Mrs. Olubukola Akeju defined cardiovascular disease as a group of diseases affecting one’s heart and blood vessels. “These diseases can affect one or many parts of your heart and/or blood vessels. A person may be symptomatic (physically experiencing the disease) or
With Nigerian entrepreneurs facing challenges in running their businesses, Oriki Global & Synergy Limited are set to launch the ORIKI Wellness Entrepreneurship Hub in the final quarter of 2024. In collaboration with the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF) and the United States African Development Foundation (USADF), this will offer young entrepreneurs support
Beneficiaries of this year’s edition of the free dental outreach, organized by Entafield Dental Clinic, have expressed their heartfelt gratitude for the ‘Smile Lagos: 1000 Denture Project,’ a program aimed at transforming the lives of over 1,000 Lagosians through free dental care. The initiative, supported by the Lagos State Government, corporate organizations,
The Association of Resident Doctors, University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital (ARD-UITH) has warned against consumption of undercooked bush meat to avoid the deadly m-pox virus. The President of ARD-UITH, Dr Yusuf Muhammed, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday in Ilorin that people should also avoid contact with dead animals as much as […]
BY ORIAKU IJELE Governors of Lagos, Bayelsa, Abia, Ebonyi, Katsina and Zamfara need to step up the game in their respective health ministries, following confirmation that the six states collectively are responsible for 83% of cholera cases in Nigeria today. So far the infection has been recorded across 187 local government areas in 34 states […]
As the demand for alternative medicine continues to rise across the globe, a recent collaborative study sheds light on the cultural and economic drivers behind its growing adoption, with unique insights drawn from Nigeria and beyond. The study, authored by Adedapo Olanrewaju Oyenuga, based in the U.S. at New Mexico State University, and independent researchers […]
In a bid to protect the rights and safety of women and children in Nigeria, the federal government and different organisations met recently. Hosted by the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs, Barr. Uju Kennedy Ohanenye, the Nigeria Medical Association, Hotel Owners Association, National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Public and Private Schools Association, CSOs,