The First Lady of Zamfara State, Hurriya Lawal, recently launched an advocacy campaign on routine immunisation at the Doctor Karma State Primary Healthcare Centre in Tudun Wada, Gusau. She emphasized that immunisation is more than a health intervention; it is “a shield of protection” and “an expression of love.” Protecting Children’s HealthLawal explained, “When we…
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers had a major seizure of drugs. They found hidden methamphetamine in a truck crossing the US-Mexico border. The incident reveals continued efforts to halt illicit smuggling. The Incident Unfolds Officers at the Colombia-Solidarity Bridge in Laredo, Texas, identified a suspicious box truck. The vehicle transported a shipment of…
The Federal Government launched a new emergency call centre and ambulance service in Cross River State. Officials unveiled the facilities at the General Hospital in Calabar. Dr Doubra Emuren represented the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Pate, during the event. Moreover the launch aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope…
Lagos State has officially launched the Lagos Private Health Insurance Program, a major reform aimed at expanding coverage and strengthening healthcare financing. The initiative targets millions of residents. It seeks to improve access to quality healthcare through public-private collaboration. The launch took place at Victoria Island’s Civic Centre. It brought together government officials, private insurers,…
The 2025 WHO Global Tuberculosis Report shows that TB killed over 1.2 million people in 2024. Additionally, an estimated 10.7 million people were infected worldwide. However, despite progress in diagnosis and treatment, the disease remains a major global threat. WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus called the high death toll deeply troubling. He said the…
Authorities from the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency arrested Frank Ibemesi, a 42 year old wanted drug baron known as Chisco Bee. They captured him at his Daisy Garden Hotel in Isolo, Lagos, on November 15, 2025. Agents acted after weeks of intelligence gathering and surveillance. Ibemesi resisted initially but surrendered. Officers then raided his…
Authorities step up the fight against drug trafficking in Nigeria. The Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, Brigadier General Mohamed Buba Marwa, gave a stern warning to drug barons and cartels. Marwa says that they should cease all their illegal activities forthwith. Reappointment Strengthens Resolve President Bola Tinubu reappoints Marwa for a…
Authorities in Nigeria recently uncovered a massive drug shipment. The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) recovered over 1,000 kilograms of cocaine at the Tincan Island Port in Lagos. This seizure marks the largest single cocaine haul at the port. Discovery Sparks Alert Port operators at the PTML Terminal noticed an unusual empty container last…
Nigeria’s Federal Government launches new health initiatives. Officials aim to improve service delivery nationwide. This move addresses urgent health needs. The Launch Event Leaders gather in Abuja for the 2025 Joint Annual Review. The event runs from November 12 to 14. Nearly 1,000 participants attend, including government officials and partners. Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate chairs…
Authorities find packages of ketamine on Jeju’s beaches. They discover these drugs disguised as Chinese tea bags. In the past two months, teams collected 28 kilograms of the substance. Additionally one haul weighs 20 kilograms and values at $59 million. The Clever Disguise Smugglers hide the ketamine inside tea packaging. This method fools initial inspections….
