The Ogun State Head of Service, Olanrewaju Saka, has urged civil servants across the state to make regular medical examinations a habit rather than waiting until they develop symptoms before seeking medical attention.Saka gave the advice during the flag-off of a free diagnostic programme tagged “Know Your Health Status”, organised by the Ogun State Government as part of activities marking the…
The Federal Government has taken steps to strengthen Nigeria’s family planning programme by initiating plans for the local production of family planning commodities and inaugurating a committee to drive the process.The initiative is aimed at reducing Nigeria’s dependence on imported contraceptive products while improving the availability, affordability and sustainability of family planning…
A group of members of the House of Representatives has expressed concern over the state of Nigeria’s democracy, warning that recent political developments suggest a gradual decline in democratic values and institutions.The lawmakers argued that democracy can only thrive where the rule of law, accountability, transparency and respect for constitutional principles are upheld. They stressed that…
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has raised concern over the growing shortage of medical doctors in the state, revealing that Lagos currently requires about 40,000 additional doctors to adequately meet the healthcare needs of its rapidly expanding population.The governor said the shortage has placed significant pressure on hospitals and healthcare workers, leading to increased workloads and…
A new analysis by the World Health Organisation (WHO) and Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, has revealed that measles vaccinations have averted nearly 20 million deaths in Africa since the year 2000, marking one of the most significant public health achievements on the continent.The report shows that over 500 million children have been protected through routine immunisation programmes across Africa over…
The Presidency has officially launched the “RenewHER Save Our Mothers” campaign, a new initiative aimed at improving maternal health outcomes and reducing preventable deaths among women across Nigeria.Speaking at the inauguration in Abuja, Adanna Steinacker, Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Women’s Health, said the programme would focus on bridging critical gaps in…
Public health experts now stress that residents of polluted environment need deworming twice yearly to protect their health from parasitic worms. Doctors say that people who live in places with poor sanitation and polluted surroundings face a high risk of worm infections that can damage their bodies over time. These experts warn that ignoring deworming lets parasitic worms stay in the body for…
Benue State has recorded rising cases of Lassa fever deaths in Benue as two residents have lost their lives to the disease. The Benue State Commissioner for Health and Human Services, Dr. Paul Ogwuche, spoke to journalists in Makurdi on Thursday about the situation. He said the outbreak has worsened over the past two weeks and that authorities are responding to contain its…
Sokoto Approves ₦1.8 Billion for HIV/AIDS Kits, Drugs and Hospital UpgradesThe government of Sokoto State has approved ₦1.8 billion to strengthen efforts against HIV/AIDS and improve health facilities across the state. The approval covers procurement of HIV test kits, antiretroviral and other essential drugs, as well as renovation of six additional hospitals.
Big Boost for HIV…
A vaccination campaign has been launched in Sokoto State under the support of UNICEF, with 1.5 million children targeted for immunisation.
As part of the broader effort to improve child health, vitamin A supplements have also been administered — with 3.1 million children reportedly reached, and an additional 285,000 provided with nutritional support.
The initiative has been described as…