In a major step toward continental self-reliance, the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has officially delivered a massive consignment of essential healthcare equipment worth USD 7.8 million to Egypt. The initiative aims to fortify the country’s…
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has officially announced the appointment of Nigeria’s Ahunna Eziakonwa as the new Special Adviser on Africa. Eziakonwa succeeds Cristina Duarte of the Republic of Cabo Verde, with Guterres expressing deep gratitude to Duarte for her…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has approved a historic N68.32 trillion budget for the 2026 fiscal year, making it the largest spending plan in the nation’s history. However, public finance watchdog BudgIT Nigeria has raised immediate red flags over the…
By Dr Pavel Ursu | Every day, hospitals around the world depend on the availability of blood to determine whether a mother survives childbirth, a child recovers from severe anaemia, or an accident victim lives. This life-saving intervention begins with…
The Lagos State Government has officially honored voluntary blood donors, describing them as the silent heroes whose selfless acts keep thousands of citizens alive. During the commemoration of the 2026 World Blood Donor Day (WBDD) in Ikeja, authorities made a…
The management of General Hospital Badagry has made a passionate appeal to residents of the community and surrounding areas to cultivate a consistent habit of voluntary blood donation. This call aims to bridge the gap between high patient demand and…
The Ondo State Government has declared its complete readiness to establish a state police force, asserting that all necessary security architectures are already functional within the state. Speaking at the June 12 Democracy Day anniversary lecture in Akure, Governor Lucky…
The Lagos State Government, through its Health District III, has officially pledged to strengthen environmental health, upscale infection control, and guarantee water safety across local communities. As part of this commitment, the government has launched a strategic distribution of disinfection,…
By Michael Omotosho | In a major move to protect vulnerable populations, UNDP Nigeria, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), and the Global Fund have launched a joint initiative to imbed robust, survivor-centred Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and Intimate Partner Violence…
Nigeria has taken a decisive step toward self-reliance and long-term health security with the launch of a groundbreaking Localization Project in Ogun State. The initiative marks a major investment in the country’s domestic manufacturing capabilities, aimed at reducing a critical…
