Nairobi: African governments must treat health as a pillar of economic and national security, with new investment models to tackle fast-rising non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and protect workforce productivity, says Ms Oluranti Doherty. Doherty, Mana…
Lagos: The Ultimate Health HMO has introduced the Group, Individual and Family Social Health Insurance Programme (GIFSHIP) as its core coverage plan, aiming to expand insurance access to Nigeria’s informal sector and private workforce. Otunba Lekan Ew…
Ilorin: The Kwara Government has expressed displeasure at the lackadaisical attitude of some council chairmen to routine immunisation of children in their area. The Deputy Governor, Mr Kayode Alabi, expressed the government’s displeasure at the First …
Abuja: Stakeholders in the health sector on Thursday inaugurated a platform known as Com-Watch, to address inadequate antibiotic stock and the circulation of substandard ones. The initiative aims to combat antimicrobial resistance by empowering commun…
Abuja: The Federal Government says Nigeria has received Long-Acting Injectable Lenacapavir for HIV prevention, marking a significant advancement in the country’s efforts to curb new infections. Dr. Adebobola Bashorun, Director and National Coordinator…
Lagos: As the world commemorates the 2026 Glaucoma Week, the physical and socio-economic burden of glaucoma continues to have a significant impact on affected individuals and their immediate families. Ms Celestina Oahimin, 49, who lost her sight to gl…
Freetown: Sierra Leone’s financial system continues to demonstrate resilience and stability amid global and domestic economic headwinds. A combination of disciplined fiscal management, tight monetary policy, and a robust banking sector has helped ease…
Freetown: In an unprecedented achievement for the nation’s sporting landscape, Mr. Solomon D. Kargbo was formally presented to the Minister of Sports as the newly elected President of the African Boxing Confederation (AFBC). The historic courtesy visi…