Category: Health
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KWARA ASSEMBLY SOUNDS ALARM ON DANGEROUS SKIN PRODUCTS, CALLS FOR TOUGHER REGULATION
Unregulated cosmetics threaten public health—Kwara lawmakers demand urgent action and stricter oversight. Kwara State House of Assembly raised concerns over harmful cosmetics containing mercury and steroids widely sold without approval, warning of serious health risks. Speaker Yakubu Danladi urged NAFDAC and SON to step up monitoring, while lawmakers condemned social media influencers for promoting unsafe…
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PLATEAU TO REACH 80,000 CHILDREN WITH MALNUTRITION SUPPLEMENTS
Governor Mutfwang and UNICEF partner to fight child malnutrition with life-saving supplements. Plateau Governor Caleb Mutfwang announced that 80,000 children aged 6-23 months will benefit from the Small Quantity Lipid-based Nutrient Supplements (SQLNS) thanks to a UNICEF-backed initiative. The program, supported by a $200,000 state commitment matched by the Child Nutrition Fund, aims to tackle…
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EXPERTS URGE BAN ON GMOs TO PROTECT NIGERIA’S FOOD SOVEREIGNTY
Scientists and activists warn GMOs threaten Nigeria’s agriculture, health, and independence. At a national symposium in Abuja, experts called for an immediate moratorium on GMO approvals, urging Nigeria to preserve indigenous seeds and support smallholder farmers. They flagged risks of environmental damage, health hazards, and economic dependence linked to GMOs, citing global cases of crop…
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MENTAL HEALTH CARE IN NIGERIA AT RISK WITHOUT FUNDING AND FULL POLICY IMPLEMENTATION
Experts warn millions may lack mental health support unless Nigeria commits budget and reforms now. At the National Health Financing Policy Dialogue, experts emphasized the urgent need for dedicated funding and full rollout of the National Mental Health Act. Prof. Taiwo Sheikh lamented the absence of a mental health budget, while advocates called for a…
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FG PUSHES TO INTEGRATE TRADITIONAL MEDICINE INTO NATIONAL HEALTHCARE
Nigeria steps up efforts to validate and mainstream traditional medicine for safer, effective healthcare. Minister Dr. Iziaq Salako announced bold initiatives to build evidence and regulation for traditional medicine in Nigeria, unveiling strategic policy documents and promoting collaboration with global partners. With over 200 medicinal plants documented and agencies boosting research and standards, the government…
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KWARA LAUNCHES RESMAT TO SAVE MOTHERS AND NEWBORNS IN RURAL AREAS
Kwara’s new emergency transport programme aims to end delays in maternal and newborn care. Kwara Government introduced the Rural Emergency Services and Maternal Transport (RESMAT) in Moro LGA to ensure timely, free emergency care and transport for pregnant women and newborns. Health Commissioner Dr. Amina El-Imam and RESMAT Coordinator Dr. Arigidi highlighted efforts to tackle…
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NBMA VOWS STRICT REGULATION ON GMOs, WARNS OF SANCTIONS FOR VIOLATORS
Nigeria’s biosafety agency assures rigorous science-based checks to protect people and environment from unauthorized GMOs. The National Biosafety Management Agency (NBMA) reaffirmed its strict approval process for GMOs, requiring detailed scientific risk assessments and public review before approval. NBMA warns violators will face sanctions including seizure and destruction of unauthorized GMOs. The agency highlights its…
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NIGERIAN TAC DOCTORS & NURSES JET OFF TO GAMBIA ON MISSION OF CARE
Nigeria’s Technical Aid Corps (TAC) is on the move! Director-General Yusuf Yakub warmly congratulated the lead volunteer surgeon, Prof. Adanlawo Isaac, and the entire team as 20 TAC volunteers – doctors and nurses alike – geared up for deployment to The Gambia. The medical team is set to bring expert care and goodwill on this…
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STAFF COMMITMENT: THE HEARTBEAT OF HEALTHCARE SUCCESS, SAYS DR. ODULANA
Without valuing healthcare workers, even the best hospitals risk collapse, warns healthcare expert. Dr. Debo Odulana, CEO of Cedarcrest Hospital, stresses that staff morale and trust are crucial for effective healthcare. He warns that fear-driven leadership and micromanagement kill commitment, leading to errors, silence, and brain drain. Odulana calls on hospital leaders to build trust-based…
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UCHENDU NWABARA URGES EARLY INTERVENTION FOR AUTISM TO TRANSFORM CHILDREN’S LIVES
Early action on autism signs can unlock a child’s potential and strengthen families, warns Abuja autism expert. Uchendu Nwabara, CEO of St. Stephens Family Autism Centre, stresses prompt intervention as critical for brain development and better outcomes in children with autism. He highlights that early support empowers not just the child but also equips families…
