By Michael Omotosho | The Lagos State Health Management Agency (LASHMA) has cemented its leadership position in Nigeria’s healthcare sector by clinching the State Government Health Insurance of the Year Award at the 2026 Nigerian Healthcare Excellence Awards (NHEA). The…
By Dr Pavel Ursu | As leaders, innovators, policymakers, and development partners gather for the 6th Africa Digital Health Summit, one reality is clear: digital transformation in health is not primarily about technology. It is about building stronger, more resilient,…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to accelerating the nation’s digital health transformation, calling for an estimated ₦500 billion investment over the next five years. This massive funding drive aims to scale an integrated, interoperable health system…
In a major move to digitize Nigeria’s healthcare infrastructure, President Bola Tinubu has approved the establishment of the National Health Technology and Data Analytics Office (NHTDAO). The presidency also announced the appointment of Dr. Obi Adigwe as the pioneer National…
The Federal Government has strongly reaffirmed its commitment to boosting investments in health, education, nutrition, and skills development, describing Nigeria’s population as its greatest asset and the ultimate driver of sustainable national development. Speaking on Wednesday at the Human Capital…
In a swift and coordinated response to a severe cholera outbreak that has infected over 16,000 people and claimed 124 lives, a high-level delegation from the World Health Organization (WHO) Nigeria and UNICEF Nigeria has concluded a critical joint mission…
In a major bid to revolutionize grassroots healthcare delivery, the Lagos State Primary Health Care Board (LSPHCB) has officially commenced the distribution of state-of-the-art automated medical laboratory equipment to selected Primary Health Care (PHC) facilities across the state. This massive…
The Lagos State Primary Health Care Board (LSPHCB) has taken a decisive step toward transforming grassroots medical delivery by organizing a comprehensive capacity-building workshop focused on early case referral protocols for community health practitioners across the state. The one-day intensive…
The Federal Government has officially commended the Ibom Medical City Project in Akwa Ibom State, describing it as a landmark investment destined to revolutionize Nigeria’s healthcare infrastructure. The massive project is expected to significantly expand access to specialized medical services…
The World Health Organization (WHO) Nigeria has entered strategic discussions with Dure Technologies to significantly advance the country’s health system through digital innovation and Artificial Intelligence (AI). The collaboration aims to actively support the implementation of Nigeria’s National Digital Health…
