The Federal Government says the Nigeria health sector has remained stable for more than two years, with no major disruption to healthcare delivery nationwide. Officials linked the stability to consistent dialogue, planning, and reforms introduced by the current administration. The Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Ali Pate, made this known on Sunday while…
The CrimsonBow Sickle Cell Initiative has praised the Senate for prioritising the welfare of people living with sickle cell disorder through the Sickle Cell Bill currently before the National Assembly. The commendation came during CrimsonBow’s End-of-the-Year 2025 Free Clinic held in Lagos. The event catered for over 400 sickle cell warriors and received sponsorship from…
A fierce fire incident broke out at Rogo General Hospital in Kano State on December 12, 2025. The fire began in the afternoon hours and spread to different departments. Firefighters responded quickly to fight the fire. Patients and hospital staff were safely evacuated from the premises, resulting in no loss of life. Despite the incident,…
UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer warns junior doctors against striking next week. He labels the action as reckless during a severe flu outbreak. Starmer stresses that such a move defies belief given the NHS pressures. Moreover he urges the British Medical Association to accept the government’s offer. This plea comes as hospitals face overwhelming…
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) destroyed fake and substandard products worth over N5 billion on Thursday in Lafia, Nasarawa State. The agency carried out the destruction to protect consumers and prevent the harmful items from returning to the market. Seized Products From Five States NAFDAC officials collected the products…
The Federal Government has intensified its FG health intervention to reduce maternal, newborn, and child deaths nationwide. Additionally, the move follows President Bola Tinubu’s directive to prioritise healthcare for women and children. Dr. Muyi Aina, Executive Director of the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA), announced the intervention on Tuesday in Abuja. According to…
In 2025, Hepatitis B and C cases in Nigeria reached a total of 12,060, according to the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare. Out of 210,947 individuals screened, 129,602 were tested for HBV, while 81,345 underwent HCV screening. Furthermore, this data shows the urgent need for increased awareness, timely diagnosis, and treatment. HBV and…
The CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices gathered on December 4, 2025, in Atlanta. They focused on potential changes to the hepatitis B vaccine for newborns. Advisers also reviewed the broader childhood immunization schedule during the two-day session. Moreover the panel led by Chair Dr. Kirk Milhoan and facilitated by Dr. Robert Malone, included new…
NDA urges stronger oral health policies The Nigerian Dental Association (NDA) has called for urgent reforms in oral health policy and better access to healthcare across the country. The association also urged stronger national strategies to address noma, trauma-related conditions, and other preventable diseases affecting vulnerable communities. The call was made on Tuesday in Abuja…
Africa begins HIV prevention with the first public rollout of lenacapavir, a new injectable drug. South Africa, Eswatini, and Zambia started administering the twice-yearly injection this week. Lenacapavir has shown remarkable results, reducing the risk of HIV transmission by more than 99.9%. Health experts describe the rollout as a major breakthrough for the region, which…
