Scientists say food packaging could be increasing our exposure to chemicals linked to cancer—and ‘eco-friendly’ options are no safer. For years experts have warned that substances used to create modern plastics can leech into our food and potentially trigger to a host of health problems. These include cancer, infertility, birth defects, developmental delays in children…
The Invisible Danger in Our Daily Meals Foodborne diseases remain an underappreciated but deadly threat in Nigeria — and globally. One particularly dangerous culprit is Escherichia coli O26, a Shiga toxin-producing strain capable of causing severe illness and even death, especially among vulnerable groups such as children, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems….
On Tuesday, the Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria (MAAUN) in Kano state shut down two female hostels with the management justifying its decision on ‘high immorality’. Africa Health Report correspondent, Hussaini Ibrahim Kafi in Kano dived into investigations and uncovered untold facts of the controversial closure. Please find in this special report the strange…
Judging from previous years’ destructions, deaths, and general calamity arising from the deadly annual flooding, Lagos residents are immersed in fears and troubled about averting rainy tragedies this year, as predictions of doom occasioned by the rains have started sending jitters. Will the season bring a Deluge or a Breakthrough? This is the question on…
As the rainy season begins in the northern states of Nigeria, farmers in the Northeast are facing a unique challenge: preparing their farmlands while contending with the ever-present threat of Boko Haram insurgents. In this special report, Hussaini Kafi in Kano takes a critical look at concerning resurgence of the dreaded terrorists sects and the…
In the face of significant international and national achievements in public health, the eradication of polio in Nigeria remains a monumental success. Kano State, once a key hotspot for the disease, joined the ranks of polio-free states with much celebration. However, as of early 2025, the reality on the ground has raised concerns. A combination…
Renowned economist and political thinker Professor Pat Utomi on Monday announced the formation of what he described as a “shadow government” to offer alternative policies and hold President Bola Tinubu’s administration accountable. It already and clearly sent shock waves in all government quarters, particularly, the ruling party-APC, as this is being perceived as a parallel…
The cardinals have gathered in Vatican City to choose the 267th pope. Cardinals play a central role in the papal election, known as a conclave. In the morning, cardinals will take part in a Mass in St Peter’s Basilica. Later, in the afternoon, the cardinals will walk in a procession along the Via delle Fondamenta…
Recently, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barr Nysome Wike declared a war against fake health practitioners – doctors, nurses, and others masquerading as healthcare givers. The minister went tough against quackery in the healthcare system of the FCT, ordering immediate crackdown on all unregistered medical establishments. Wike directed that fake practitioners be…
By John Nwokocha, Abuja Preparations to electing the next Pope- Francis’ successor are on top gear as Cardinals from around the world will meet this week. The Cardinals must hold a series of congregazioni – special meetings, known as ‘a conclave’ during which they will discuss what sort of leader they are looking for, and…
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