Gom Mirian As Nigeria takes steps towards de-carbonisation of its transport sector, the Environmental Health Council of Nigeria (EHCON) has announced a new partnership with US-based organisation, 3DATX Africa, on vehicular emission testing. Dr Yakubu Baba, the Registrar, EHCON, who made the announcement, said the partnership with 3DATX Africa is aimed at improving air quality…
Despite several campaigns against Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) in Nigeria, the practice persists because advocates continue to support the act despite laws criminalising it, writes Jumoke Olasunkanmi. A practice that has lingered for generations, FGM is a deeply rooted cultural tradition that continues to affect the lives of countless girls and women. Supporters of FGM,…
Favour Ozioma Ogbodo Tetanus injection, paracetamol injection and setrazon injection administered by an auxillary nurse killed singer Mohbad, the Lagos State Police Command has disclosed. The Lagos State Police Commissioner, Idowu Owohunwa, made this known in a press conference on Friday. He said the prime suspect in the murder is the auxiliary nurse, Miss Feyisayo…
Hadiza Ibrahim In the spirit of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, countless Nigerians are joining hands to spread a vital message: early detection of breast cancer can save lives. As part of this crucial awareness campaign, many females are learning how to perform self-examinations, a simple yet powerful tool in the fight against this devastating disease….
Gom Mirian A new study published in the Lancet has found that 1 in 10 babies born worldwide in 2020 were premature, with 65% occurring in sub-Saharan Africa. Premature births mean the babies were delivered before full 37 weeks of pregnancy. The data released on October 6, 2023 on the WHO website, was contained in…
In this article, Gom Mirian traces poor health anong the Nigerian citizenry to a severely underfunded health insurance system that was ironically designed to safeguard the health of ordinary Nigerians. A recent survey conducted by NOI Polls paints a grim picture: Nigeria boasts one of the world’s lowest health insurance coverage rates, with a mere…
Juliet Jacob Ochenje The Minister of State for Environment, Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako has recommend the use of environment friendly vehicles like electric and compressed natural gas vehicles to reduce emissions and achieve clean energy. The Head, Press and Public Relations Unit of the Minister, Ibrahim Haruna, made this known when the Federal Road Safety…
Juliet Jacob Ochenje The National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) and the Global Fund have resolved to partner in combating Gender and Human Rights (GHR) barriers in the fight against HIV in Nigeria. According to the Director General of NACA, Gambo Aliyu, the effort is to ensure equal rights and opportunities for all…
Gom Mirian The National Teachers’ Institute (NTI) has revealed plans to introduce a mandatory one-year Teacher Internship Programme by January 2024. The initiative, spearheaded by Prof. Musa Maitafsir, the Director-General of NTI, aims to transform the teaching profession and enhance the quality of education nationwide. Speaking on Thursday at a conference to commemorate the 2023…
Hadiza Ibrahim In the heart of Nigerian cuisine, garlic stands as a flavourful gem, infusing its unique essence into a multitude of dishes. While just a small clove, it possesses a remarkable ability to elevate the taste of any meal, leaving your taste buds dancing and your senses awakened. Beyond its culinary charm, garlic offers…
