Tag Archives: Health

By Precious Nwonu The Big Sister Mentors initiative for Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health under the Access to Comprehensive Care and Essential Support Services (ACCESS) Programme has been rolled out across three Nigerian states, as part of a national effort to improve access to youth-friendly health services for adolescents and young people. The programme, which is owned by the Federal …

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In a world where the drive to monetize skills and charge for value is increasingly emphasized, the idea of offering services for free often feels countercultural. There’s no denying the importance of earning a living, being paid for expertise, and placing value on one’s time and effort. Yet, there are moments that challenge this belief—not because value has been lost, …

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In a bold step toward achieving a cleaner, safer, and more dignified society, the Lagos State Government, in collaboration with WaterAid Nigeria and the Lagos State Waste Forum, has flagged off the Open Defecation Free (ODF)/Hygiene Behaviour Change Campaign. The event, held at the Musical Village in Ikorodu, on Thursday attracted community leaders, stakeholders, government officials, and development partners, all …

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Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has called on the Nigerian federal and state governments to adopt comprehensive healthy food policies to reduce exposure to ultra-processed foods, tobacco, sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs), and excessive salt consumption. In a release signed by Robert Egbe, Media & Communications Officer of CAPPA, the organization made this call as the world observes World Cancer …

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Philanthropist and co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Bill Gates is visiting Nigeria as part of the foundation’s ongoing commitment to Africa’s development. He arrives on Monday. While in the country, Gates will be meeting with national and local leaders, partners, grantees and innovators. Gates, alongside other foundation leaders, will meet with experts in primary health care, agriculture, …

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Residents of Ota, Ogun State, under the aegis of Ado-Odo/Ota Citizens Engagement Platform have notified the state Governor, Mr. Dapo Abiodun about their grievances over what they termed unlawful removal of some equipment from the General Hospital on the orders of the Commissioner For Health, Dr. Rotimi Coker. In a release made available to National Wire, the group said the …

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Medical Director of God’s Goal Hospital, Ojo, Lagos, Dr. Gabriel Omonaiye has advised Nigerians especially Lagos residents to beware of their health as the weather gets colder. Omonaiye in a chat with National Wire said residents should keep warm by all means to keep healthy. “Keeping warm is important. People should keep wearing appropriate dresses (sweaters, suits etc.) that will …

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By Victoria Harrison Time after time, education has proved to be a gateway to invaluable opportunities, not only for its direct participants and their families, but for the world as a whole. It is said that the value of education cannot be accurately quantified. As such, rewards such as honour, prestige and recognition have been perceived to be adequate measures …

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The Joint Health Sector Union (JOHESU) says it has commenced its nationwide indefinite strike. Obisesan Oluwatuyi, general secretary of the Nigerian Union of Allied Health Professionals (NUAHP), disclosed this in an interview with NAN on Wednesday in Abuja. Oluwatuyi said the workers will not call off the strike until the government meets their demands. He said: “The soldiers have been …

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Adele Adeniji In May 2015, the then Minister of Finance, Dr Okonjo-Iweala, shocked many when she revealed that she is a cancer survivor. She made this revelation at the night of tributes in honour of the late Oronto Douglas, who fell to the bullets of cancer on April 9, 2015. In her words: “I underwent treatment for three years. I …

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