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FG, MSF reinforce partnership to address humanitarian challenges in Nigeria
The Federal Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning on Monday held a high-level meeting with Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) Nigeria to discuss the renewal of the Federal Cooperation Agreement and reinforce collaboration for uninterrupted humanitarian operations across the country. Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Bagudu, reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to supporting humanitarian initiatives, while highlighting key…
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FEC approves N9.99bn for HIV drugs, cancer centre upgrades
The Federal Executive Council has approved N9.99 billion for the procurement of antiretroviral (ARV) medicines for people living with HIV/AIDS and the upgrade of cancer treatment facilities across the country. The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Iziaq Salako, announced the approvals on Wednesday after the council’s meeting at the State House in Abuja. According to the minister,…
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MDCN suspends three doctors over death of Adichie’s son at Euracare Hospital
The Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) has suspended the medical director of Euracare and two other doctors following the death of Nkanu Adichie-Esege, son of author Chimamanda Adichie. Nkanu, one of Adichie’s twins, died on January 7, 2026, after complications arising from preparatory medical procedures. The writer subsequently issued a legal notice to the hospital, alleging that medical…
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UCH workers declare 5-day warning strike over recurring power outage
By Adejayan Gbenga Workers at the University College Hospital (UCH) in Ibadan, under the Council of UCH Union Leaders (CUUL), have commenced a five-day warning strike due to a persistent power outage that has been affecting the hospital. The strike was announced in a statement signed by the CUUL Co-Chairman and Chairman of JAC UCH, Oladayo Olabampe, and the CUUL…
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HEFAMAA intensifies crackdown on illegal health facilities across Lagos
The Health Facility Monitoring and Accreditation Agency (HEFAMAA) has intensified its community outreach across Lagos State, ramping up advocacy against unregistered health facilities and unsafe medical practices. At a sensitisation campaign and town hall meeting held in Ojo Local Government Area, the Permanent Secretary of the agency, Dr. Abiola Idowu, urged residents to take greater responsibility for their health by…
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Court arraigns 55 residents over violation of sanitation regulations in Ekiti
By Boye Oyeyemi The Ekiti State Government has prosecuted 55 residents for allegedly breaching environmental sanitation regulations. In a statement issued on Monday, the ministry of environment said the offenders were arraigned for violating the sanitation order by moving around during sanitation hours on Saturday. The ministry further disclosed that the magistrate court fined 54 of the offenders, while one…
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Oyo govt, Akinyele family launch 10-day roadside clean-up in Ibadan
By Adejayan Gbenga The Oyo State Government has partnered with the Akinyele family to launch a 10-day roadside clean-up and sensitisation exercise along the 12.5-kilometre roadway named after late Administrator, Theophilus Adeleke Akinyele, in Ibadan. The Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Ademola Aderinto, said the initiative commemorates Akinyele’s 94th posthumous birthday and coincides with activities marking the 50th anniversary…
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Aiyedatiwa reaffirms commitment to medical education at UNIMED convocation
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on Thursday reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to advancing medical education and developing critical human capital, stressing that the effectiveness of any health system depends on the calibre of its workforce. Speaking as Visitor to the University of Medical Sciences, Ondo (UNIMED) during the institution’s 7th Convocation Ceremony in Ondo city, Governor Aiyedatiwa described the event…
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FG urges renewed commitment to strengthen Nigeria’s health system
The federal government has called on stakeholders in the health sector to renew their commitment to building a resilient healthcare system capable of meeting the needs of Nigerians. The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Iziaq Adekunle Salako, made the appeal on Thursday while speaking at the APC Medical Council Health Roundtable Conference held at the State Banquet…
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LASHMA, Council Chairmen unite to fast-track Universal Health Coverage
The Lagos State Government has intensified enforcement of its Executive Order on Mandatory Social Health Insurance, directing Local Government and Local Council Development Area (LCDA) chairmen to drive grassroots implementation toward achieving universal health coverage. This was the focus of a one-day strategic retreat with LGA/LCDA chairmen under Conference 57, held at Lagos Continental Hotel. The meeting aimed to deepen…
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