Lassa Fever: Nigeria Records 263 Deaths, 1,115 Confirmed Cases In 2026
Nigeria has recorded 1,115 confirmed cases of Lassa fever and 263 deaths across 24 states and 119 Local Government Areas (LGAs) in 2026, with the disease maintaining a higher fatality rate than the corresponding period last year. The Nigeria Centre for…
Gov Buni Mourns Twin Doctors, Sends High-Powered Delegation To Bereaved Family
By Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu Yobe State Governor, Hon. Mai Mala Buni, CON, has condoled with the family of the late twin sisters, Dr. Hadiya Usman (Hassana) and Dr. Aidah Usman (Usaina), who passed away just two days apart. Governor Buni expressed…
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Demands Improved Working Conditions For Doctors, Nurse
According to a report by Punch on Monday, September 28, 2026, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has urged authorities to improve the welfare and working environment of medical professionals as part of efforts to strengthen healthcare delivery and reduce…
WHO Warns Of Inevitable Next Pandemic And Economic Fallout
The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a stern warning that the next global pandemic is inevitable, urging nations to prioritise immediate preparation to prevent a repeat of recent catastrophes. WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus…
Top 6 Foods That Naturally Remove Worms From The Stomach
Intestinal worms are a common health problem, especially in areas with poor sanitation and contaminated food or water. While medical treatment is essential for complete elimination, certain foods can naturally support the body in fighting worms and…
Firm Prosecution Of Drug Offenders Key To Curbing Social Vices – Kano JIBWIS Chairman
By Ado Salisu, Kano The Chairman of Jama’atu Izalatil Bidi’a Wa Ikamatus Sunnah (JIBWIS), Kano State, Professor Abdullahi Saleh Pakistan, has called for firm and decisive action against drug offenders, saying effective prosecution of those…
Suspected Alcohol Poisoning Kills 49 In Ondo State
At least 49 people have died and 182 others were hospitalised after suspected alcohol poisoning in Nigeria’s southwestern Ondo state, the state’s health commissioner said on Friday. The Reuters Daily Briefing newsletter provides all the…
NAFDAC Warns Nigerians About Dangerous Palm Oil and Fufu
…NAFDAC has sounded the alarm over some common food items sold in open markets across Nigeria NAFDAC has sounded the alarm over some common food items sold in open markets across Nigeria. The food and drug regulator says it doesn’t have full…
Kano sets up committee to tackle diphtheria outbreak
The Kano State Government has taken another major step to strengthen the fight against diphtheria with the inauguration of a Special Committee on Diphtheria Outbreak Response. This is contained in a statement by the Public Relations Officer, Kano State…
Kano Orders Immediate Enrolment Of Pregnant Women In 63 Health Facilities
The Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA) has directed the immediate enrolment of pregnant women across 63 healthcare facilities in the state as part of efforts to improve maternal and newborn health outcomes and reduce…