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Oluremi Tinubu reaffirms commitment to health, education of girls
By Kunle Sanni – First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has reiterated her commitment to advancing the health and education of girls and women in Nigeria, describing it as essential to the country’s development. Speaking at the 7th MERCK Foundation First Ladies Initiative Summit in Dubai, part of the Foundation’s 13th anniversary celebrations, Mrs. Tinubu joined First Ladies from 13 other countries…
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Soaring costs and unsafe remedies threaten expectant mothers in Nigeria
By Oluwatoyin Hawal Momolosho – Pregnancy in Nigeria is becoming a financial battle. For Biola Adetunji, an expectant mother based in Ibadan, pregnancy has become not only a journey of joy and anticipation but also one of serious financial strain. Like many Nigerian women today, Biola is grappling with the soaring cost of maternal healthcare. “Pregnancy is not for the…
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Akpabio commends President Tinubu for signing education, health bills
By Kunle Sanni – The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has lauded President Bola Tinubu for assenting to bills establishing three new federal institutions in the South-East region. According to the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA), President Tinubu signed into law the bills for the creation of the Federal College of Education, Bende, Abia State; the Federal University of Medical…
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Malaria: Oyo to begin mass distribution of insecticide-treated nets
By Adejayan Gbenga – The Oyo State Government has declared its readiness to commence the 2025 Insecticide-Treated Nets (ITNs) mass distribution campaign across the state as part of its ongoing efforts to reduce the burden of malaria among residents. This was disclosed by the Honourable Commissioner for Health, Dr. Oluwaserimi Ajetunmobi, during the entry meeting held with key stakeholders and…
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‘No evidence family planning causes infidelity or infertility’ — Health expert
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – A public health expert, Mrs. Roseline Akinlabi, has dispelled widespread rumours linking family planning methods to infidelity and permanent infertility in women. Akinlabi, who serves as the Adolescent and Youth Sexual Reproductive Health Desk Officer at the Osun Primary Healthcare Board, made this known during a virtual engagement programme organised by the State Public Health…
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LASAMBUS records 97.5% emergency response success in 4 years
The Lagos State Ambulance Service (LASAMBUS) has recorded 97.5% response rate to emergency calls between 2021 and 2025, responding to 44,152 out of 45,277 calls received. Special Adviser to the Governor on Health, Dr. (Mrs.) Kemi Ogunyemi, who disclosed this following a review of LASAMBUS operations and performance reports, noted that urgent public support is needed to sustain and improve…
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Makinde, Mbah, others urge Nigerian doctors in diaspora to end medical tourism
By Adejayan Gbenga Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, his Enugu State counterpart Peter Mbah, and other stakeholders have charged Nigerian doctors in the diaspora to consider deploying their skills and expertise to boost the health sector in a bid to reverse medical tourism. They made the remarks separately at the inauguration of Block C, the first of six blocks…
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NIHOTOUR moves to enhance compliance in Lagos hospitality, tourism sectors
The National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR) has launched a sweeping compliance exercise across Lagos State aimed at enforcing professional standards within Nigeria’s hospitality, travel, and tourism industries. The exercise targets hotels, restaurants, and related establishments, ensuring that personnel and operators are properly certified and registered in accordance with the NIHOTOUR Establishment Act of 2022. According to the Director…
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Oluremi Tinubu visits Enugu, urges national support for women’s health
By Kunle Sanni First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has called on Nigerians to look beyond political affiliations and unite to build a strong, safe, and prosperous nation. Speaking during her visit to traditional rulers in Enugu State as part of a two-day working tour, the First Lady described Nigeria’s diversity as a blessing that should be harnessed for national growth. Senator…
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LASHMA urges LASUSTECH students to utilize ‘Ilera Eko’ health insurance plan
The Lagos State Health Management Agency (LASHMA) has called on the students of the Lagos State University of Technology (LASUSTECH) to utilise the State Social Health Insurance Plan, popularly known as ILERA EKO, to have ready access to good health care. Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Health Management Agency (LASHMA), Dr. Emmanuella Zamba, made the call during a recent sensitisation of…
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