Health
7 Mar
President of the African Development Bank (AfDB) Group, Dr Akinwumi Adesina, has hinged Nigeria’s socio-economic turnaround on the pursuit of aggressive policies in the area of food security, universal health coverage, housing, education and true federalism and fiscal accountability.
26 Feb
Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has commended the Kogi State Government for what it described as a highly impressive performance in infrastructure, education and health.
25 Feb
Because work outside the home is central to many people’s lives, it has a powerful effect on their health. A third of the individual’s life between leaving school and retirement, experts say, is spent at work and for this reason it tends to have a bearing on the quality of his/her life. And it is…
24 Jan
In the pursuit of optimal health and wellness, one often overlooks the simplest habits that can make a significant impact. Among these habits, the way we sleep, specifically the position we choose, can play a crucial role in promoting well-being. While there are various sleeping positions, one that has gained attention for its potential health…
1 Jan
Gov. Umar Namadi of Jigawa has pledged to continue to initiate policies that will enhance the development of agriculture, education, health and job creation.
23 Dec
Coalition of women-led Civil Society Organisations, (CSOs), under the auspices of the Development Research and Projects Centre, (dRPC), is calling on the federal government to put in place inclusive and effective mechanism for the swift implementation of Nigeria’s resolutions made at the just concluded COP28. The Women Economic Empowerment Coalition (WEE-COL) expressed concern about the…
17 Dec
The festive season is a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness. Amidst the merriment, it's crucial to prioritise our health and well-being. Adopting mindful practices during this period can contribute to a healthier and happier start to the new year. Here are some key health facts to take cognisance of during the festive period: 1.…
13 Dec
The need to provide and improve quality of service and customer experience is among the factors necessitating telecommunication network operators to continue to invest and expand their infrastructure and facilities. The demand for telecoms services as a result of increasing penetration of smartphones, uptake in broadband usage and digital migration, being fuelled by the rapid impact of technology, is also another important factor
8 Dec
Association of Nigeria Health Journalists (ANHEJ) has faulted the allocation of N1.33 trillion, representing five per cent of the entire 2024 Proposed Budget, to the health sector, describing it as abysmally low for health needs of over 200 million Nigerian population.
6 Dec
The ability to create and sustain value is closely tied to one’s well-being. This reality is captured in the common saying ‘health is wealth.’ Yet, because health decline is mostly gradual, it is easy to underestimate this fact.
30 Nov
Nigerian singer Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema, has announced the cancellation of all his scheduled performances for December. The singer, who was set to embark on a tour of Lagos, Abuja, and Benin, cited health concerns as the reason behind the decision. "It breaks my heart to say that I won't be performing anywhere…
30 Nov
According to statistics, nearly more than half the population in Africa don’t have access to quality healthcare. With launched pilots in Kenya and Uganda both in East Africa, Health eVillages is aiming to address this shortage. Founded in 2011 by Donato Tramuto and in partnership with the not-for-profit Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights organization, Health…