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Nigeria experiencing surge in reverse medical tourism – VP Shettima
…calls for more investment in specialized medical education By Kunle Sanni Vice President Kashim Shettima has observed that Nigeria is witnessing a surge in reverse medical tourism, with patients from the United States and other countries choosing Nigerian hospitals for affordable, high-quality kidney transplants. He attributed this shift to the affordability and expertise available within the country’s medical community. Speaking…
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FG to establish, upgrade six Teaching Hospitals for enhanced cancer care
By Kunle Sanni The Federal Government has announced plans to establish and upgrade six Federal Teaching Hospitals with new radiotherapy and nuclear medicine facilities across Nigeria. This initiative was revealed by Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako, the Honourable Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, during a press briefing in Abuja to commemorate World Cancer Day 2025. Dr. Salako stated…
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Sanwo-Olu’s aide harps on empathy among medical workers
The Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Health, Dr. (Mrs.) Kemi Ogunyemi has charged all health workers, healthcare providers and medical practitioners to display a high level of empathy, kindness and respect in the discharge of their duties Ogunyemi gave the advice at a two-day retreat organised by the Lagos State Health District IV for its Management Staff…
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US, UK patients now seek medical care in Nigeria – Pate
By Kunle Sanni The Federal Government on Tuesday said Nigeria is steadily emerging as a hub for quality healthcare, attracting patients not only from the West African subregion but also from countries as far as the United States and the United Kingdom. Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Muhammad Ali Pate, disclosed this while briefing State House correspondents after…
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LEAH Foundation launches prostate cancer screening in Ilorin, targets 20,000 men
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin LEAH Foundation has launched a free prostate cancer screening program for men above 40 years as part of activities to commemorate World Cancer Day 2025. The founder, Deaconess Omolewa Ahmed, disclosed that about 20,000 men across the sixteen local government areas of the state are targeted for the screening. Speaking at the flag-off ceremony held at…
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LAWMA intensifies enforcement, waste clean-up across Lagos
…agency urges residents to stop patronizing illegal cart pushers By Adeola Ogunrinde The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has intensified its enforcement and clean-up operations across the state to curb indiscriminate waste disposal and promote environmental sustainability. The agency’s Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, reaffirmed LAWMA’s commitment to keeping Lagos clean, stating that the monitoring and…
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FEC approves $1.07bn for health sector reform, HIV treatment expansion
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved a total of $1.07 billion in financing for healthcare sector reforms under the Human Capital Opportunities for Prosperity and Equity (HOPE) program, as well as a N4.8 billion allocation for HIV treatment, marking a significant investment in Nigeria’s health sector. The announcement was made by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of…
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FG expands health insurance by 15.7%, covers 19.4m Nigerians
By Kunle Sanni The federal government says it has recorded a 15.7% increase in the number of Nigerians covered by health insurance, raising the figure from 16,797,451 to 19,440,516 between 2023 and December 2024. This achievement was announced by Dr. Iziaq Salako, Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, during the opening ceremony of the National Executive Council Meeting/Scientific…
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Odu’a investment, Iwosan in strategic partnership to reverse medical tourism
Odu’a Investment Company Limited (OICL), has announced a strategic investment in Iwosan Investments Limited, which aims to reverse medical tourism by driving innovation and enhancing access to quality healthcare locally. This strategic initiative aligns with Odu’a Investment’s SRC 2025 (Sweat, Revive, and Create) strategic plan. According to the Group Chairman of Odu’a Investment, Otunba Bimbo Ashiru, “By investing in key…
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Oyo invests N30m to eradicate neglected tropical diseases
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo In its effort to eradicate Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) in the State, the e Oyo State Government said it has invested ₦30 million towards disease elimination across the 33 Local Government Areas in the State. Speaking at a press briefing to mark the 2025 World NTDs Day, Commissioner for Health, Dr. Oluwaserimi Ajetunmobi, highlighted the state’s…
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