Stanford’s SPARK Conference Targets Drug Gaps, Maternal Health in Nigeria

John Nwokocha, Editor, and Juliet Jacob in Abuja, Nigeria Stanford University’s SPARK Translational Research Programme has announced plans to tackle critical health challenges in Nigeria and across Africa, with a focus on developing treatments suited to African populations. SPARK Global also disclosed it is targeting to address the drug and pharmaceutical gaps towards improving the…

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EXCLUSIVE: Stanford Varsity, SPARK Global Founder Position Africa for Cancer Treatment Breakthroughs Ahead of 2026 Conference

Stanford University’s pioneering SPARK Translational Research Programme has unveiled plans towards finding solutions to cancers and other critical health challenges in Nigeria and the African continent in general. SPARK Global which is set to hold its first conference in Nigeria next year also speaks about strategies to expands efforts to accelerate local solutions to health…

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“There is No Room for Kwankwaso in APC” – Kano APC Publicity Bigwig, Aruwa

Amid swirling speculation of a possible defection by former Kano state governor and NNPP leader, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, to the All Progressives Congress (APC), a key party figure in Kano has dismissed the speculation. The Public Relations Officer of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Kano State Chapter, Hon. Ahmed S. Aruwa spoke with Hussaini Kafi of Africa…

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“If There Is No Mental Health, There Is No Physical Health” – Dr Tariah

Mental health has long been overlooked in Nigeria’s healthcare discussions, with conditions like personality disorders often going unnoticed and unaddressed. Despite their prevalence, a lack of awareness leaves many struggling in silence, unaware of what they are experiencing or how to seek help. Unfortunately, those suffering from personality disorders in Nigeria are often tagged as…

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EXCLUSIVE! Dogged ‘Barrister’of Bitter Kola Hawker on Abuja Roads Defies All Odds to Raise Family with 10k Daily Income

Haruna is 29-year-old. Pint-size in frame and dressed in faded suit or jacket ‘Barrister’ Haruna is a common face in the Central Area of Abuja. He sells bitter kola and kola nuts to motorists in traffic. From the Traffic Light around Church Gate to the Ministry of Defence – Ship House axis, Haruna paces the…

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Peace Will Remain Limited Until Tribalism, Misuse of Religion, Poverty are Tackled – Rev Fr Bakindo

Rev. father (Dr) Atta Bakindo is a notable personality who wields influences on important decisions within the Nigerian power circle, even though his youthful appearance belies the control he could wield. Bakindo, whose PhD thesis focused on Understanding Boko Haram and the Islamic State in the Chad Basin, is the Executive Director of the Kukah…

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Mosquito Nets Misuse (for fishing) Underscores the Urgency to Innovate – Epidemiologist, Ganiyu

A public health expert, Dr Ganiyu Jamiyu has an extensive background drawing from international exposures and research competence. You cannot miss Dr Ganiyu on the 9th floor of the Federal Ministry of Health, for he is lively and friendly in disposition to all. Actively engaging with live and open to inquiries. Dr Ganiyu, the Chief…

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EXCLUSIVE: Hardship and Poverty Affect Nigerian Children in More Severe Way than Adults – Cristian Munduate, UNICEF Nigeria Representative

…47% of Nigerian children live in poverty   … Nigeria is not complying with the standards of accessibility of primary healthcare facilities in the communities … Misconception about polio vaccine is high … Abused children are double victimized by the event but also by the community many times …Nigeria will achieve few SDGs by 2030…

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