Thursday, April 3, 2025

Health

Reps Vow Stronger Legislative Action to Fight TB

The House of Representatives has pledged to strengthen Nigeria’s fight against tuberculosis (TB) through increased funding, policy reforms, and legal protections for patients. Speaker Tajudeen Abbas, at the Re-Launch...

FG Seeks Solutions to Healthcare Funding Gap After U.S. Withdrawal

The Federal Government is working to address funding shortfalls in Nigeria’s healthcare system following the U.S. withdrawal of financial support. During a session with the...

CHIDIEBELE UBODOEZE, OTHERS ARRESTED IN COCAINE BUST

An automobile spare parts dealer Levi Chidiebele Ubodoeze has been arrested in an attempt to export two kilograms of cocaine concealed in vehicle propellers...

AWCAA Kicks Off Cancer Advocacy in Nigeria, Pledges to Empower Women

The African Women Cancer Awareness Association (AWCAA) has officially commenced operations in Nigeria, reaffirming its commitment to empowering women through cancer education, early detection,...

Reps Committee Demands Clear Nutrition Plans from Health Ministry

The House of Representatives Committee on Nutrition and Food Security has asked the Ministry of Health to provide clear details about the nutrition programs...

Only 15% of ₦234 Billion Health Budget Released

The Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Mohammed Ali Pate, revealed that only 15.06% of the 2024 capital allocation for the health sector...

Have You Done Your TB Test?

Tuberculosis (TB) is a serious infectious disease that primarily affects the lungs, though it can also impact other parts of the body. Caused by...