The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has teamed up with the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) to improve disease preparedness and response, particularly in relation to climate-sensitive diseases such as cholera and malaria. The collaboration, announced on NiMet’s X handle today, aims to create a more structured framework for data sharing to improve situational awareness…
The World Health Organisation, (WHO) has identified 17 endemic pathogens that urgently require new vaccines, citing their significant impact on global public health. A new study, published Tuesday in eBioMedicine, highlights HIV, malaria, and tuberculosis as top priorities, with these diseases responsible for nearly 2.5 million deaths annually. Despite advances in treatment, these diseases remain…
The Nigerian government has disbursed N45 billion to Primary Healthcare Centres (PHCs) across the country through the Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF), Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Pate, announced on Wednesday. The funds aim to revitalise and enhance healthcare access at the grassroots level. Speaking at the ongoing Nigeria Health…
In a joint effort to combat the ongoing mpox outbreak, the Africa Centre for Disease Control, (CDC), CEPI, Gavi, UNICEF, and WHO have announced the allocation of 899,000 vaccine doses for nine African countries. The targeted countries include the Central African Republic, Cote d’Ivoire, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kenya, Liberia, Nigeria, Rwanda, South…
The National Association of Academic Technologists (NAAT) has given the Federal Government a 14-day ultimatum to resolve key issues or face an indefinite strike. The union made the announcement during a peaceful protest in Borno State on Wednesday. NAAT President, Comrade Ibeji Nwokoma, expressed deep frustration over the Ministry of Finance’s refusal to release salaries…
Brekete Family, a prominent human rights media outlet, has temporarily ceased broadcasting in response to the detention of minors during the recent #EndBadGovernance protests. The station’s decision, announced on social media on Monday, underscores its commitment to advocating for vulnerable groups. “We call on all well-meaning Nigerians and international bodies to join us in demanding…
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has issued a stark warning to Nigerians regarding a newly leased depot by an unnamed international trading company, alleged to be blending substandard petroleum products in the country. In a statement on Sunday, Anthony Chiejina, Group Chief Branding and Communications Officer, stated that this operation, situated adjacent to the refinery, poses…
The Joint Action Committee of the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) has suspended its indefinite strike seven days after. The decision follows a commitment by the Federal Government to pay two months of withheld salaries, as the unions grappled with a four-month salary backlog. On October 28, 2024, NASU and the…
Nigerians in Libya are facing illegal arrests and exploitation by the Libyan government, following a recent verdict by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) in response to mistreatment of the Nigerian football team. According to a report by Libya News Today, members of the Nigerian community have reported mass arrests and fines in the country….
The Federal Government has reiterated its dedication to universal health coverage and improving maternal health in Nigeria, emphasising primary healthcare and collaboration with stakeholders. Speaking at a legislative dialogue in Abuja, Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof Muhammad Pate, highlighted the government’s commitment to reducing child and maternal mortality. A statement signed by…
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