How Fake Medicines Are Quietly Killing Nigeria’s Poor
ABUJA, Nigeria – On a sweltering afternoon last month, a visibly distressed mother stepped into Ibe’s Pharmacy, clutching a crumpled prescription in one hand…
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FG Launches National Task Force on Patient Safety Oversight
ABUJA, Nigeria – The Federal Government establishes a National Task Force on Clinical Governance and Patient Safety to curb medical errors and improve healthcare…
Kano Suspends Three Hospital Staff Over Patient Death Case
KANO, Nigeria – Kano State Government suspends three hospital personnel following the death of Aishatu Umar at the Abubakar Imam Urology Centre, signalling renewed…
Ekiti Dismisses Surgeon Over Alleged Unauthorised Kidney Removal
ADO-EKITI, Nigeria – The Ekiti State Government dismisses a surgeon at Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital (EKSUTH) following allegations of unauthorised kidney removal. The…
Benue Shuts Otukpo Hospital Over Unsafe Medical Practices
BENUE, Nigeria – The Benue State Government has sealed St John’s Hospital in Otukpo after investigators uncovered severe breaches of medical standards, including a…
World Patient Safety Day: Poor Care Causes 60% Maternal Deaths in Africa – WHO
ABUJA, Nigeria – The World Health Organisation (WHO) has urged African countries to prioritise child and newborn safety in hospitals, warning that poor-quality care…