Amid a growing public health crisis, Babcock University recently convened the sixth edition of its Faith Integration (IFI) Symposium to address the escalating mental health challenges facing Nigeria. Held at the Babcock Business School auditorium, the event, themed “Healing Body and Soul: Faith-Informed Approaches in Psychology and Mental Health,” brought together a diverse coalition of […]
The Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) has officially suspended its nationwide strike after 84 days, following a comprehensive agreement reached with the Federal Government. The industrial action, which began in late 2025, had significantly paralyzed activities in public hospitals across the country, affecting essential services and patient care. The suspension comes after a final round […]
The Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) has revealed that it received zero disbursements from its N1.2 billion capital budget allocation for the 2025 fiscal year. Appearing before the House of Representatives Committee on Health Institutions in February 2026, the Registrar of the MDCN, Dr. Fatima Kyari, disclosed that the total lack of capital […]
Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation, boasts immense human and natural resources, yet its healthcare system faces numerous challenges that hinder the well-being of its citizens. Despite several reforms and investments, the system continues to struggle with inadequate infrastructure, underfunding, brain drain, and accessibility issues. However, ongoing efforts and policy initiatives provide hope for a better […]
By Stephen Gbadamosi A Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), HACEY Initiative, has said that it is engaging in monitoring various interventions in the health sector in the country. According to a statement by the NGO, tagged: “Supportive Supervision to Understand Project Success and Gaps”, made available to journalists, this was part of its efforts in ensuring proper […]
The outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic has currently overtaken every other health issue throughout the world. In this report, DOOSUUR IWAMBE examined how the pandemic and scarcity of funds is affecting tuberculosis services in Nigeria. Efforts to contain the COVID-19 pandemic have inadvertently affected tuberculosis (TB) programmes and other aspects of non-COVID healthcare, in Nigeria. The […]
*Employs more midwives Doosuur Iwambe, Abuja In its bid to boost its health workforce and scale-up efforts towards delivery of quality healthcare for pregnant women and mothers, Niger state government has employed more Midwives. This follows the demand for more and skilled midwives to take deliveries and provide respectful care to pregnant women and new […]
Doosuur Iwambe,Abuja The minister of health, Dr Osagie Ehanire said on Tuesday that there is need to address delay in timely release of finance and physical access to first aid medical care to save Nigerians from avoidable deaths. Dr Ehanire who admitted that lack of functional and affordable health centres is an obstacle towards the […]
By Patrick Okohue Candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the Edo State September 19 governorship election, Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu, has assured medical doctors and other health workers in the state of his commitment to repositioning the state’s healthcare sector using his manifesto, the SIMPLE Agenda, when he assumes office as governor. Speaking during […]
Nigeria’s healthcare sector is undergoing a groundbreaking transformation, fueled by the innovative vision and dedication of a select group of professionals. These trailblazers are not just excelling in patient care, clinical research, and health policy—they are reshaping the very foundation of healthcare in Nigeria. Through their exceptional contributions, they are inspiring a wave of progress […]
By Doosuur Iwambe Minister of State for Health, Dr. Olurunnimbe Mamora, has called on African countries to embark on research that will help in integrating traditional medicine into mainstream health care delivery system. Dr Mamora who revealed that COVID-19 has brought the entire world to its knees due to its ravaging effect on health, economy […]
The Enugu state Primary Healthcare Development Agency (ENS-PHCDA), says it has trained 1,875 health workers on COVID-19 case identification and response to stem the further spread of the pandemic. The four-day step down training started on June 11, was organised by ENS-PHCDA in collaboration with National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA). Executive Secretary of […]
The Anambra State Primarily Healthcare Development Agency at the weekend decried the low turnout of routine immunisation meant to protect children against diseases due to COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Chioma Ezenyimulu, Executive Secretary of the agency, expressed her displeasure at a Media Orientation on Measles Immunisation Awareness organised by the agency, in collaboration with the United […]
The Yobe state government has advised residents of the state to access healthcare services to know their health status in respect of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Dr. Muhammed Gana, the state commissioner for health, gave the advice on Saturday in Gashua, headquarters of Bade Local Government Area. Gana, who is also the vice chairman of […]
As part of measures to improve health care services in the rural areas, the Medical Women Association of Nigeria (MWAN), Delta state chapter has donated medical items to the Comprehensive Primary Healthcare Centre, Idumuje -Uno. Dr. (Mrs.) Minnie Oseji, National President of MWAN, who is also the permanent secretary, Delta state Ministry of Health made […]
Due to the impact of corona on healthcare in sub-Saharan Africa, half a million more people will die from the effects of AIDS in the coming year. This was calculated by scientists from the World Health Organization (WHO) and UNAIDS. Immediate action is required to continue HIV care. Many people in African countries such as […]
The Senate on Tuesday considered a bill which seeks to boost healthcare service delivery in Nigeria to act as safeguard and response to medical emergencies in the future. The piece of legislation sponsored by Senator Sandy Onor (PDP/Cross River Central) seeks to establish the Advanced Healthcare Development Fund. Leading debate on the bill during plenary, […]
The Taraba state Primary Healthcare Development Agency on Monday in Jalingo, flagged off a statewide sensitisation campaign against the spread of COVID-19. Mr. Victor Bala, the chairman of the board of the agency, said that although the state had not recorded any case of the coronavirus pandemic, it was necessary for the agency to take […]
The federal government on Monday reassured Nigerians of its continued commitment to ensure that all those who tested positive for COVID-19 will be given adequate medical attention. Mr. Ferdinand Nwonye, the spokesperson in the Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs, gave the assurance in a statement in Abuja. According to him, the assurance is to reinforce […]
As the fear of corona virus continues in the nation, a coalition of healthcare professional bodies has criticized Akwa Ibom State government for not putting in place enough measures to contain the Coronavirus pandemic in the state. The health professional bodies comprises of a joint leadership structure of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Pharmaceutical Society […]