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New Year Tinubu unveils plans for provision of reliable power

Plateau Massacre: Amidst Tragedy, Tinubu Administration’s Swift Intervention Draws Praise

By Ifunanya / January 4, 2024

Amidst the aftermath of the devastating attacks in Plateau State, Nigeria, indigenous communities have found solace in the prompt humanitarian […]

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Group vows to monitor health facilities in rural areas

CSOs and Primary Health Centre Engagement Group Takes Stand to Monitor Rural Healthcare Facilities

By Ifunanya / January 3, 2024

A coalition of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and advocates for Primary Health Centre engagement has committed to establishing a monitoring […]

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BSUTH to commence cervical cancer treatment

Benue State University Teaching Hospital Takes Action Against Cervical Cancer

By Ifunanya / January 2, 2024

In a significant move to combat cervical cancer, Benue State University Teaching Hospital, known as BSUTH, has obtained cytological equipment […]

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Embrace responsible sexual practices NACA urges Nigerians

NACA Urges Nigerians to Prioritize Responsible Sexual Practices during Festive Season

By Ifunanya / December 26, 2023

The National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) is calling on Nigerians to practice responsible and safe sexual behavior […]

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Veterinary doctors condemn killing of elephants other animals

Veterinary Community Condemns Barbaric Killing of Elephants and Eagles

By Ifunanya / December 25, 2023

The Nigerian Veterinary Medical Association (NVMA) has expressed strong condemnation for the recent killing of two elephant calves in the […]

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Minister tasks research institute on local production of drugs

Addressing Nigeria’s Pharmaceutical Challenges: Minister Urges Local Drug Production

By Ifunanya / December 23, 2023

The Minister of State for Health, Dr. Tunji Alausa, visited the National Institute for Pharmaceutical Research and Development (NIPRD) in […]

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WHO raises the alarm on increase in dengue infections

Global Alert: WHO Sounds the Alarm as Dengue Infections Surge

By Ifunanya / December 23, 2023

The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a global alert following a sharp rise in dengue infections in 2023. The […]

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Expert attributes high VVF rate to poverty

Poverty Major Culprit in Alarming VVF Rates, Says Expert Surgeon

By Ifunanya / December 19, 2023

Renowned family medicine consultant and fistula surgeon, Professor Sunday Lengmang, has underscored the prevalent issue of Vesico-Vaginal Fistula (VVF), linking […]

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Nigerian Medical Association Condemns Prolonged Captivity of Member After 148 Days

By Ifunanya / December 18, 2023

The Nigerian Medical Association, NMA, Cross River chapter, has expressed dismay over the prolonged captivity of its member, Professor Ekanem […]

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NAFDAC destroys N750m worth of fake beverages in Abia

The Battle Against Fake Beverages: NAFDAC Destroys N750m Worth of Counterfeit Products in Abia

By Ifunanya / December 18, 2023

The fight against counterfeit goods reached new heights as the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) […]

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