The Lagos State Government has formally signed a five-year Blood Screening and Certification Concession Agreement with private concessionaires and Roche Products Ltd, marking a decisive move to standardize screening standards, elevate quality assurance, and eliminate transfusion-transmissible infections across public health…
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to transforming Nigeria’s education sector, placing stronger collaboration with state governments, data-driven planning, and sustainable reforms at the heart of its strategy to improve learning outcomes nationwide. Speaking at the Executive Retreat for…
As preparations intensify for the August 15, 2026, Osun State Governorship Election, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially commissioned two major facilities at its Osun State headquarters: a state-of-the-art “INEC Decides Studio” and a dedicated BVAS Storage Facility.…
The African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (ACHPR) has raised concerns over the growing use of digital surveillance technologies by some African countries to target journalists, human rights defenders, political opponents and protesters, warning that the trend is exposing…
The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan (SAN), has challenged Nigeria’s political parties to strengthen internal democracy by conducting transparent, credible, and inclusive primary elections. Amupitan warned that the vast majority of election disputes across…
By Esther Olaoluwa | The Lagos State Government has launched the maiden Digital Health Innovation Challenge as part of efforts to strengthen healthcare delivery through technology, bringing together innovators, healthcare professionals, policymakers, development partners and investors to develop practical digital…
By Esther Olaoluwa | The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting the health and well-being of students through its Quarterly School Health Programme, describing good health as essential to academic success and the overall development of young…
By Michael Omotosho | The Republic of Mauritius has taken a significant leap forward in advancing Africa’s healthcare self-reliance following high-level bilateral talks with the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD). The strategic engagement focused on mobilizing investments, accelerating local pharmaceutical…
A coalition of civil society organisations (CSOs), in collaboration with government institutions and development partners, has unveiled an independent health facilities assessment aimed at strengthening accountability, improving healthcare delivery and generating evidence to support policy reforms across Lagos State. The…
For decades, Africa’s battle against tobacco has largely been viewed through the lens of smoking prevention, disease control and public awareness campaigns. But public health experts say the challenge has expanded beyond cigarettes, as tobacco companies continue to adapt their…
