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Lagos moves to upgrade General Hospitals as Ojo facility hits 85% completion
The Lagos State Government has intensified monitoring of major healthcare projects as the 280-bed Ojo General Hospital nears completion and work continues on the 180-bed Somolu General Hospital. During the inspection of the project, the Commissioner of Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi said the Ojo facility is about 85 per cent complete and may be ready for commissioning by late 2026…
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Ekiti probes foul odour, sanctions offenders
By Boye Oyeyemi The Ekiti State Government has launched an investigation into reports of offensive odour in parts of Ado Ekiti, assuring residents that measures are being taken to identify and address its source. The Commissioner for Information, Taiwo Olatunbosun, disclosed this in a statement made available in Ado Ekiti on Sunday, urging residents to remain calm and refrain from…
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NOA advocates inclusion of people with disabilities in climate action
The National Orientation Agency, Akwa Ibom State Directorate, has raised concerns over the vulnerability of people with disabilities to natural disasters, particularly flooding, and called for their inclusion in climate change policies. The agency said people with disabilities face increased risks of death, displacement, loss of property and livelihoods during climate-related disasters. The state director of the NOA, Mkpoutom Mkpoutom,…
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Ondo unveils healthcare reforms, targets medicine self-sufficiency
The Ondo State Government has unveiled fresh healthcare reforms aimed at strengthening medicines security, boosting local pharmaceutical production, improving diagnostic services and increasing private-sector participation in the health sector. The Senior Consultant on Pharmaceutical and Medical Investments to the state government, Dr Samuel Adekola, disclosed this during a familiarisation visit to the University of Medical Sciences Teaching Hospital (UNIMEDTH), Ondo.…
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New Enugu International Hospital to tackle medical tourism, brain drain, says Mbah
Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah has toured the newly completed Enugu International Hospital ahead of its inauguration, saying the facility will help tackle medical tourism and brain drain while positioning the state as a major healthcare destination in Africa. Mbah, who inspected the facility at Rangers Avenue, Independence Layout, Enugu, on Thursday, said the hospital was equipped with state-of-the-art technology…
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Lagos expands access to cardiac care, protects residents from medical costs
The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to expanding access to advanced cardiac care and protecting residents from catastrophic health costs, as beneficiaries of its Free Health Initiative shared how government intervention saved their lives. The beneficiaries, including 19-year-old Lydia Ogungbayi, 16-year-old Moshood Muritala and three-year-old Ayoife George, were received by the Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi; Special…
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UNFPA offers $4.5m match funds to support maternal health in Kwara
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has offered $4.5 million in matching funds to support Nigeria’s efforts to address funding gaps for contraceptives and life-saving maternal health medicines, with Kwara among the benefiting states. UNFPA Resident Representative to Nigeria, Muriel Mafico, announced the offer on Monday when she led a delegation on a courtesy visit to…
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Lagos targets Africa’s bioeconomy with digital health
… unveils SHIP to drive AI-powered healthcare The Lagos State Government has unveiled a vision to use digital health, AI, data and partnerships to transform healthcare and position the state as a hub for medical innovation and Africa’s bioeconomy. The vision was presented at the Eko Health Convention 2026, where stakeholders explored digital solutions to improve health outcomes. Commissioner for…
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Ondo partners foundation to tackle drug shortages in health facilities
By Boye Oyeyemi The Ondo State Government, in partnership with the Life Spring Development Foundation, has commenced measures to reduce shortages of essential medical commodities in public health facilities across the state. The initiative was announced during a two-day Commodity Forecasting and Quantification Workshop held in Akure for members of the Logistics Management Coordination Unit and other health sector stakeholders.…
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43 Ondo residents receive N49m for medical bills
By Boye Oyeyemi Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has released N49 million to settle the medical bills of 43 residents suffering from ailments requiring expensive treatment. The money was disbursed in Akure on Friday as part of the state government’s intervention to assist residents who cannot afford the cost of their medical care. Represented by the Commissioner for Health, Dr…
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