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…
Barrister Maxwell Opara is a prominent Nigerian lawyer known for his eloquence, courage and punchy truths. In a visit to Africa Health Report (AHR) Corporate Head Office in Abuja recently, he spoke on USAID’s withdrawal of funding to Nigeria and other African countries, the lingering sit-at-home in the Southeast, ex-President Ibrahim Babangida’s controversial book, and…
As the debate and controversy over the closure of schools in some northern states of Nigeria continue, An Islamic Studies scholar, lecturer and the Chief Librarian of the Federal Polytechnic, Ado-Ekiti, Mufutahu Ashiru, Ph.D, provides deeper insight into the issue in this exclusive interview with Africa Health Report Southwest correspondent, Korede Abdullah. Excerpts: AHR:…
In recent times, there has been a concerning rise in reports of people collapsing while exercising, with some cases leading to death. This has raised serious questions about what causes these sudden collapses and how they can be prevented. To gain insight into the issue, Africa Health Report, AHR, reporter, Sultan Rabiu spoke with Danladi…
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…
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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