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NAFDAC seizes N1.2bn worth of fake Malaria drugs in Lagos raid
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) said it intercepted 277 cartons of counterfeit and unregistered Malamal Forte malaria drugs, valued at over N1.2 billion, in a warehouse located in the Ilasa-Oshodi area of Lagos State. The fake drugs, which were concealed in cartons labelled as Diclofenac Potassium 50mg, were illegally imported from Shanxi Tianyuan Pharmaceuticals Group…
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President Tinubu calls for unity to tackle maternal mortality, as RenewHER launches
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has called maternal mortality “a shame against which we must all unite,” affirming his administration’s commitment to improving the health and welfare of Nigerian women. Speaking at the launch of RenewHER, the Presidential Women’s Health Transformation Initiative, Thursday night at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Tinubu—represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima—highlighted that the…
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Tinubu launches RenewHER to tackle maternal mortality, empower women
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, on Thursday evening unveiled RenewHER — the Presidential Women’s Health Transformation Initiative — at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The programme aims to combat maternal mortality, empower women, and strengthen Nigeria’s health system. According to the presidency, RenewHER will provide targeted interventions to improve access to quality healthcare…
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Communities must step up to end malaria — Gov. Sanwo-Olu
By Adeola Ogunrinde – The Federal Government and the Lagos State Government have declared zero tolerance for malaria. The declaration was made during the mid-term review of the Impact Project and the roadmap toward malaria elimination in Lagos State, held on Thursday. Minister of Health, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate, commended the Lagos State Government for its leadership and dedication in…
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The alarming reality of unsafe abortions in Nigeria: A call to action – By OYAWIN
Unsafe abortion is a significant public health concern in Nigeria, contributing to the country’s high maternal mortality ratio. Under Nigerian law, abortion is permitted only when the mother’s life is at risk. However, unsafe abortions remain a leading cause of maternal deaths and complications, claiming an estimated 50,000 women’s lives annually. The lack of documentation and the prevalence of unorthodox…
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Lawmakers raise alarm over unregulated sperm, egg donation in Kwara
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin – Kwara lawmakers have raised concern over the rising trend of unregulated sperm and egg donation in the state. This followed a motion moved by Hon. Rukayat Motunrayo Shittu (Owode/Onire) and seconded by Hon. Saidu Baba Ahmed (Banni/Adena/Gwanabe/Gwaria) during plenary on Wednesday. Leading the debate, Shittu explained that sperm donation involves a man voluntarily providing semen…
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Nurses urge government support to strengthen healthcare, economy
By Kunle Sanni – Nurses in Nigeria have called on governments at all levels to prioritize investment in nursing education, welfare, infrastructure, and safer workplaces, stressing that the health and wellbeing of nurses are directly tied to national productivity and economic growth. The call was made on Monday by Alhassan Ndagi, Registrar/CEO of the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria,…
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Lagos Health Ministry kicks off 2026 AOP with focus on strategic alignment, resource prioritisation
The Lagos State Ministry of Health has commenced the development of its 2026 Annual Operational Plan (AOP), calling for deliberate planning, alignment with global and national directives, and prioritisation of resources to deliver impactful health outcomes for residents. Speaking at the Top Management Committee Meeting on the AOP development process in Ikeja, the Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, stressed…
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FCT Resident Doctors begin 7-day warning strike over welfare, manpower shortage
The Association of Resident Doctors, Federal Capital Territory (ARD-FCT), has embarked on a seven-day warning strike to press home its demands over poor welfare and staffing challenges in FCT hospitals. Announcing the industrial action in Abuja, ARD-FCT President, Dr. George Ebong, said the decision followed resolutions reached at the association’s emergency general meeting held on Friday, September 5. According to…
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Ondo govt to distribute 3.6 million treated nets in 18 LGs to combat malaria
The Ondo State Government has endorsed the forthcoming distribution of 3.6 million insecticide-treated nets (ITNs) across the state, urging residents to fully embrace the initiative as part of efforts to curb malaria and safeguard public health. The campaign, scheduled for September 8–17, 2025, is being organised in collaboration with the National Malaria Elimination Programme and the Malaria Consortium. Governor Lucky…
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