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Advertising practitioner Taiwo Osunsanya dies after medical emergency on Lagos-Ibadan train
A prominent advertising practitioner and alumnus of the University of Lagos (UNILAG), Taiwo Osunsanya, has died after reportedly suffering a medical emergency while travelling on the Lagos-Ibadan train on Friday. Osunsanya, who was associated with Mediapro Consulting Limited, was said to have developed health complications during the journey from Lagos to Ibadan, prompting an emergency response from passengers and train…
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Lagos ramps up hepatitis prevention with free screening, vaccination campaign
By Olatomiwa Osho The Lagos State Government has intensified efforts to combat viral hepatitis through free screening and vaccination campaigns across Ikorodu, Agege and Isolo, urging residents to know their hepatitis status and seek early treatment to prevent life-threatening liver diseases. Speaking at the 2026 World Hepatitis Day commemoration held at Ikorodu General Hospital, the State AIDS Programme Coordinator, Dr.…
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LASHMA inaugurates ILERA EKO Surulere office to expand healthcare access at grassroots
The Lagos State Health Management Agency (LASHMA) has commissioned its new ILERA EKO Surulere Office as part of its ongoing efforts to bring affordable, quality and equitable healthcare services closer to residents at the grassroots. Speaking during the commissioning ceremony, the Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Health Management Agency, Dr. Emmanuella Zamba, described the establishment of the ILERA EKO Surulere office…
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Lagos seals 5-year blood screening deal to improve safe blood supply
….unveils new blood screening framework The Lagos State Government has signed a five-year Blood Screening and Certification Concession Agreement to strengthen blood safety, standardise screening, and ensure a steady supply of safe blood across the state. Signed at the Ministry of Health in Alausa-Ikeja, the deal aims to improve quality assurance, accountability, and technology-driven screening in public health facilities. Commissioner…
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Lagos showcases health-tech solutions to transform healthcare delivery
Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to transforming healthcare delivery through digital innovation with the maiden Lagos Digital Health Innovation Challenge, where health-tech innovators showcased cutting-edge solutions aimed at improving access, efficiency and quality of healthcare across the state. Speaking at the event in Ikeja, the Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, said the initiative reflects the government’s commitment…
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Ondo workers begin indefinite strike at FUTA Teaching Hospital
By Boye Oyeyemi The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) in Ondo State have directed workers at the Federal University of Technology, Akure Teaching Hospital (FUTATH) to begin an indefinite strike over the alleged failure of the hospital management to implement an agreement on staff welfare. The directive, signed by the Ondo State NLC Chairman, Ademola…
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Lagos urges greater youth participation in environmental sanitation
By Adeola Ogunrinde The Lagos State Government has emphasised the importance of involving young people in environmental sanitation as part of efforts to build a cleaner and healthier state. Speaking during the July edition of the monthly sanitation exercise at Eputu London in Ibeju-Lekki Local Government Area on Saturday, the First Lady of Lagos State, Dr Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, commended residents…
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Jakande fellows intensify campaign against open defecation with awareness walk
By Adeola Ogunrinde Fellows of the Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy will stage a 10-kilometre awareness walk in Lagos on Saturday, July 25, to promote improved sanitation, behavioural change and cleaner public spaces across the state. The walk, which will run from Allen Junction to the LAMATA Motor Park in Ojota, is part of the fellows’ flagship capstone project, “Pee-Poo to…
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LASHMA, Partners unveil free health insurance drive in Badagry
The Lagos State Health Management Agency (LASHMA), in collaboration with Health District V and the DIDE Foundation, has launched a two-day EKO Social Health Alliance (EKOSHA) community outreach in Badagry Division to expand access to quality and equitable healthcare for vulnerable residents. Speaking at the flag-off ceremony in Posukoh Ward, the Permanent Secretary of LASHMA, Dr. Emmanuella Zamba, said the…
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Lagos begins statewide free healthcare drive for families
… flags off 2026 Maternal, Newborn, Child, Adolescent, Health, Nutrition week The Lagos State Government has flagged off the first round of the 2026 Maternal, Newborn, Child, Adolescent Health and Nutrition (MNCAH+N) Week, urging residents to access free healthcare services and embrace preventive care. The programme, which runs from July 20 to 24, offers free services at public primary healthcare…
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