Health

Martha Iloke, Abakaliki Over 137,000 residents of Ebonyi State have been enrolled in the State Health Insurance Scheme, marking a significant milestone in the state’s efforts to improve healthcare access. The Ebonyi State Health Insurance Agency (EBSHIA) achieved this feat between 2023 and 2024, with a notable increase in enrollment…

Martha Iloke, Abakaliki Governor, Ebonyi State, Francis Nwifuru, has approved a monthly salary of N500,000 for newly recruited medical doctors, a significant increase from the previous N150,000. The move aimed to recognize the demanding nature of the medical profession and ensure that doctors can perform optimally while taking care of…

By Temitayo Joshua In a world where scientific advancement often overshadows traditional knowledge, it is worth asking: What happens when science forgets its roots? Ethnoveterinary medicine (EVM), though ancient, remains relevant, especially in countries like Nigeria where accessibility, affordability, and cultural heritage play a crucial role in livestock care. Ethnoveterinary…

Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) is sounding the alarm on Nigeria’s salt crisis, urging the Federal Government to set mandatory salt limits to protect citizens from the dangers of excessive salt consumption. To accelerate the formulation of regulations for enforcing salt targets in processed and packaged foods, critical…

Stanley Ihedigbo Oyo State Government has taken a significant step towards improving mental health care by reopening the psychiatric unit at Ring Road State Hospital, Adeoyo. The move aimed to provide much-needed support and treatment to individuals struggling with mental health issues, promoting overall well-being and reducing the stigma associated…

    Stanley Ihedigbo   Resource Centre for Human Rights and Civic Education (CHRICED) has urged the government to declare a state of emergency in Nigeria’s health sector on World Health Day. The urgent measure was necessary to revive the nation’s ailing healthcare system and to fulfill the constitutional mandate…

      Stanley Ihedigbo   Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has donated an ambulance, a 100KVA generator, and 1450 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to Agbor General Hospital in Delta State. The generous donation aimed to enhance the hospital’s capacity to provide quality healthcare services to the community. The items…

  Stanley Ihedigbo   On World Health Day, Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) is calling on governments at all levels to prioritize adequate healthcare funding and adopt healthy food policies. The organization highlights the need to protect Nigerians from unhealthy diets aggressively promoted by the sugary drinks and…

  Stanley Ihedigbo   Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has made a significant impact by approving education loans for 75 nursing students in Oyo State. The initiative was part of NELFUND’s mission to provide financial support to students in need, ensuring they can pursue their education without financial constraints. The…

    Parents of 7-year-old Master Uche Anuka are in a desperate bid to raise N2.5 million for a critical neurosurgery at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH). The child has been diagnosed with a brain condition that requires immediate surgical intervention. Despite the high cost of the surgery,…