The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has once again shut down the infamous Cemetery Market in Aba, Abia State. Widely regarded as a hub for Africa’s largest cartel in the manufacture of fake wines and beverages, the market has been described as a “menace to public health” by officials. The…
United Nations (UN) Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has raised concerns following the United States’ decision to freeze nearly all foreign aid, urging the new administration to consider additional exemptions to ensure vital humanitarian and development support continues. The freeze, announced by Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Friday, is part of President Donald Trump’s “America First”…
The Director General of the Benue Bureau of Livestock Development and Transboundary Animal Diseases Control, Dr. Aondoakaa Asambe has confirmed a rabies outbreak after multiple individuals are bitten by a dog in Adikpo, Kwande LGA, and Gboko. Dr. Asambe said this on Monday at a conference in Makurdi, the state capital, stating that the dog…
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…
The Association of Resident Doctors in Abuja has called off its warning strike after successful intervention by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. The decision to end the strike came on Friday, following Wike’s prompt action in addressing the doctors’ grievances. On Wednesday, doctors in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) halted services in all FCTA-owned hospitals due…
The World Health Organisation (WHO) is taking drastic steps to address a financial crisis following the United States’ decision to withdraw its membership. WHO Director-General, Tedros Ghebreyesus announced in an internal memo Thursday that the agency would reduce travel expenses, freeze recruitment, and review key health programmes to offset the loss of funding. “The US…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos The Edo State government has confirmed 56 cases of Lassa fever and eight fatalities between December 30, 2024, and January 2025, according to the state’s Commissioner for Health, Dr. Cyril Oshiomhole. “The 2025 epidemic year began on Dec. 30, 2024. Since then, 336 suspected cases have been reported, with 56 confirmed…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos The National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA) is encouraging Nigerians to take advantage of free HIV testing, counseling, and treatment services available at primary healthcare centers across the country. According to the executive director of NPHCDA, Muyi Aina on Friday, early detection and treatment are crucial in reducing HIV-related illnesses…
Hussaini Kafi in Kano Governor Mallam Umar Namadi yesterday, Wednesday, visited the Dutse General Hospital, the venue for the first phase of the government-sponsored free eye treatment program in Jigawa State. The initiative aims to provide essential eye care to approximately 5,500 residents with various eye defects across the state. The program, a key part…
After nearly a century of concerted efforts, Georgia has officially been certified malaria-free by the World Health Organisation (WHO). With this achievement, the country joins 45 others and one territory that have successfully eradicated the deadly disease. “Today we congratulate the people of Georgia for their decades of sustained efforts to eliminate malaria, one of…
