Korede Abdullah in Lagos The Lagos State House of Assembly was thrown into chaos on Monday as armed personnel of the Department of State Security (DSS) stormed the complex, sparking outrage among lawmakers. The Speaker, Mojisola Meranda, condemned the presence of DSS men, accusing them of intimidation and harassment. “I am appealing to the leadership…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos Afrobeat star Davido has retracted his earlier criticism of the Osun State commissioner of police. He had initially accused the commissioner of disregarding the rule of law, expressing frustration over the violence that led to needless killings in the state. In a fresh statement on X, Davido acknowledged the commissioner’s genuine…
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) and the National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) signed a pivotal Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Monday to protect the rights of people living with HIV/AIDS in Nigeria. The signing took place at the inaugural Access to Justice Coordination Forum in Abuja. Speaking at the ceremony in…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos A Professor of Dermatology, Dasetima Altraide, has sounded a warning about the risks associated with excessive intake of Vitamin C, citing its potential to cause kidney stones and chronic kidney disease. His warning comes on the heels of a disturbing case involving a 28-year-old woman who suffered kidney failure due to…
The Police Service Commission PSC on Monday Appoints former Public Relations Officer Olohundare Moshood Jimoh as the Commissioner of Police of the Lagos State Command. According to a statement sent to Africa Health Report (AHR) by the force’s head of Press and Public Relations Ikechukwu Ani on Monday, Jimoh was a former Public Relations Officer…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos Residents of Osun State were gripped by fear on Monday morning as armed hoodlums attempted to seize control of local government secretariats across multiple areas, including Osogbo and Olorunda. The invasion, which began around 8:00 a.m., led to sporadic gunfire, forcing schoolchildren to flee while commercial activities came to a halt….
A new study reveals that omega-3 supplements, combined with regular exercise, may slow biological aging in older adults by 3 to 4 months over three years. Researchers analyzed data from the DO-HEALTH trial, involving over 700 participants aged 70 and older, and found measurable improvements in molecular aging markers. The study, recently published in Nature…
The World Health Organisation (WHO), on Monday, releases a crucial technical brief on encephalitis, a serious neurological condition marked by brain inflammation. The report highlights the urgent need for global awareness and action, as encephalitis affects individuals of all ages and can lead to severe long-term complications. In a report made public on the organisation’s…
The Export-Import Bank of China (China EXIM) and UNICEF have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to support vulnerable children in Nigeria. This partnership will enhance healthcare, water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) services in up to 450 Nigerian communities, a crucial step in safeguarding children’s health. According to a joint statement issued by the organisations…
Nigeria has officially welcomed its first direct container-RoRo (Roll-on, Roll-off) vessel from China, marking a milestone in international maritime trade. The MV Great Cotonou, owned by global shipping giant Grimaldi Group, made its debut at PTML Terminal, offering a faster and more efficient shipping solution for Nigerian importers. The service, launched on Monday, drastically reduces…
