1 hour ago COSWOHI, with AmplifyChange, trains health workers on stigma

With support from Amplify Change, the Committed Soul Women Health Advocacy Africa Initiative (COSWOHI) has trained medical professionals from five local governments in post-abortion care (PAC) and stigma-free care services in an attempt to reduce maternal mortality in Oyo State. Abidakun Emmanuel, the communication officer for COSWOHI, speaking at the training in Ibadan, said healthcare […]

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6 h. ago Katsina Approves Purchase Of 30 CNG Buses For Public Transport

Each bus has the capacity to convey up to 100 passengers. The post Katsina Approves Purchase Of 30 CNG Buses For Public Transport appeared first on Channels Television.

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64 h. ago Nigeria has capacity to handle medical emergencies — Minister

Nigeria’s Health Minister states the country can handle medical emergencies, citing increased funding for its healthcare system and key health sector refor Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-has-capacity-to-handle-medical-emergencies-minister/

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3 d. ago Bauchi govt approves 100% salary increase for medical, health workers

...the decision was driven by the need to retain skilled medical personnel and improve healthcare delivery.

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4 d. ago Tinubu’s health policies tackling brain drain, advancing medical industrialisation — Minister

Mohammed Idris, Minister of Information and National Orientation, says the deliberate health sector reforms of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu are read more Tinubu’s health policies tackling brain drain, advancing medical industrialisation — Minister

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6 d. ago Bauchi Govt Flags Off 2025 Christmas Food, Clothes Distribution

Bauchi State government has kicked off the 2025 Christmas food and clothing distribution to bring joy, dignity and support to orphans and vulnerable children in the state. At the ceremony yesterday at the BASOVCA office, the state’s first lady, Hajiya Aisha Bala Mohammed, expressed appreciation to Governor Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed for his consistent commitment to […]

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7 d. ago When passion meets purpose: Young medics ignite health revolution in remote communities

WORLD Diabetes Day has come and gone, but residents of Bolorunduro, Owena and surrounding villages and settlements in the Ondo East Local Government Area of Ondo State are still basking in the euphoria of free medical treatment they received from a non-governmental organization, Medical Aid and Advocacy for the Vulnerable Foundation (MAAVF). Medical Aid and […]

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7 d. ago Bauchi Gov’t Denies Governor Bala Mohammed’s Alleged Defection From PDP

The Bauchi State Government has dismissed claims suggesting that Governor Bala Mohammed was planning to quit the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP). In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Governor’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mukhtar Gidado, described the allegation as completely baseless, stressing that Governor Mohammed has never […]

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7 d. ago Nigeria Faces Serious Doctors Shortage As Canada Unveils New Express Entry Pathway

Nigeria’s already strained health sector may witness an even sharper exodus of medical professionals as Canada moves to introduce a new Express Entry category for foreign-trained doctors by early 2026. The Canadian Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, Lena Diab, alongside Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Health, Maggie Chi, announced the development on Tuesday. […]

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8 d. ago Invest in education, health, Afe Babalola urges wealthy Nigerians 

Afe Babalola, founder of ABUAD, calls on wealthy Nigerians to invest in education and health to improve the country and combat outward medical tourism. Read More: https://punchng.com/invest-in-education-health-afe-babalola-urges-wealthy-nigerians/

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8 d. ago Group Delivers Lifesaving Medical Care, Supplies To Odogbolu Residents

  The Detola Abike Mogaji Memorial Foundation (DAMMF) has once again proven its steadfast commitment to grassroots empowerment by partnering with the Elite Club of Odogbolu and the Dr. Bakare Health Foundation to deliver a landmark medical outreach during the 2025 Odogbolu Heritage Festival in Ogun State. For years, DAMMF has championed initiatives aimed at […]

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1 week ago Nigeria must keep critical health workers to curb medical tourism — NMA President

NMA President calls for Nigeria to retain health workers with better welfare packages to reduce medical tourism and improve the nation’s health indices. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-must-keep-critical-health-workers-to-curb-medical-tourism-nma-president/

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1 week ago Garlic matches chlorhexidine as a powerful mouthwash — Study

MOUTHWASHES have long bragged about killing 99.9 per cent of germs in the mouth, but researchers suggest this scorched-earth approach may harm oral health by eliminating beneficial bacteria along with the bad ones. A study in Frontiers in Oral Health from the Rutgers School of Dental Medicine found that herbal mouthwash could reduce populations of […]

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2 w. ago Bauchi govt reiterates commitment to strengthening judicial system

The government would continue to invest in judicial infrastructure, training and enhance the welfare of judicial officers..

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2 w. ago FG moves to avert academic crisis with 40% salary offer to ASUU lecturers

NEC meets to review FG proposal The Federal Government has proposed a 40 per cent salary increase for members of read more FG moves to avert academic crisis with 40% salary offer to ASUU lecturers

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2 w. ago Bauchi govt laments increasing cases of child abuse, harmful practices

The lament was expressed by the State Commissioner of Justice and Attorneys-General, Hassan El-Yakub SAN, on Thursday during the commemoration of the 2025 World Children’s Day, organised by the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), in collaboration with relevant MDAs.

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2 w. ago Bauchi govt reiterates commitment to partnership for conducive environmental atmosphere

Bauchi State Government has reiterated its commitment to continue partnering with relevant agencies and international developmental partners in ensuring a conducive atmosphere for environmental development for economic growth and development. The assertion was made by the State Commissioner of Housing and Environment, Rt Hon Danlami Ahmed Kawule, while speaking at the opening of a 2-day […]

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2 w. ago Kano govt mourns renowned Islamic scholar, Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi

The Kano State Government has expressed deep sorrow over the death of eminent Islamic scholar and spiritual leader, Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi, who passed away in the early hours of Thursday after a prolonged illness.

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3 w. ago Nigeria must reform medical training to regain leadership in health sector —Expert

TO unlock Nigeria’s full health industry potential, medical education must evolve and prepare future physicians to lead across the domains of health policy, the practice of medicine, and the business of medicine. Dr Yele Aluko said this at the 2025 Alumni Day and Distinguished Alumni Lecture of the Ibadan College of Medicine Alumni Association (ICOMAA) […]

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3 w. ago Military Hands Over 24 Rescued Maga Schoolgirls To Kebbi Gov

The Theatre Commander recommended a comprehensive medical examination for the girls to ascertain their health status. The post Military Hands Over 24 Rescued Maga Schoolgirls To Kebbi Gov appeared first on Channels Television.

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