The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has commissioned the FCT National Health Fellows Selection Committee, marking a significant advancement in enhancing Nigeria’s healthcare system at the community level. This initiative is part of the National Health Fellows Programme established by the Federal Government under the Nigeria Health Sector Renewal Investment Initiative/Sector-Wide Approach (SWAp). Its goal…
In a move to improve the welfare of Nigeria’s healthcare workers, President Bola Tinubu has approved an increase in the retirement age for doctors and other healthcare professionals from 60 to 65 years. The announcement was made by the National Publicity Secretary, Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Dr. Mannir Bature, in a statement issued Wednesday. In…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has announced that the second phase of the Adiyan Water Works will provide 70 million gallons of water daily to residents once completed. During an inspection of the water works in Ogun, Sanwo-Olu revealed that the project has reached 80% completion, with the contractor assuring that…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos The Institute of Human Virology Nigeria (IVHN) has established a laboratory for Lassa fever testing at the Infectious Disease Hospital in Akure, Ondo State. This development is expected to strengthen the state’s public health laboratory and improve its capacity to test for Lassa fever and other infectious diseases. Permanent Secretary, Ministry…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos Former Director-General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), Chikwe Ihekweazu has been appointed as the acting Regional Director of the World Health Organisation (WHO) for Africa. His appointment was announced during the ongoing 156th session of the WHO Executive Board in Geneva, Switzerland on Tuesday. WHO Director-General Tedros Ghebreyesus…
Uganda’s Ministry of Health, the World Health Organisation (WHO), and other international partners have launched the first-ever vaccine trial targeting the Sudan strain of Ebola, marking a significant milestone in global health. This rapid initiative comes just days after the confirmation of Uganda’s first case of Sudan Ebola on January 30, 2024. In a statement…
The Mental Health Crisis in northern Nigeria seems to be a perennial challenge. For some reasons linked to drug and substance abuse, state of insecurity, economic hardship, among others the phenomenon has reached an emergency situation in the region. AHR’s Hussaini Kafi in Kano, who gives a sad picture of the situation in his graphic…
The World Health Organisation, (WHO) Country Representative to Nigeria, Dr. Walter Kazadi Mulombo has stressed the importance of unity in the fight against cancer, speaking at the World Cancer Day commemoration with the theme: “United by Unique.” In a message made available to newsmen on Tuesday, Mulombo commended Nigeria’s leadership, particularly the Federal Ministry of…
In commemoration of World Cancer Day, Nigerian First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has called for unified efforts to tackle the burden of cancer in the country, emphasizing the importance of early detection and equitable access to treatment. Speaking on NTA Television on Tuesday, the First Lady described cancer as a significant health challenge, both globally and…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos The Nigerian government has allocated N4.8 billion for the acquisition of 150,000 HIV treatment packs, intended to last four months. This move is part of the government’s efforts to support vulnerable citizens and ensure life-saving treatment is available. Minister of Health, Professor Ali Pate made this disclosure on Monday in Abuja…
