17 h. ago Islamic scholars dismiss terrorism financing claims against Bauchi govt

Islamic scholars in Bauchi State refute terrorism financing claims, describing the allegations as false and politically motivated to undermine peace. Read More: https://punchng.com/islamic-scholars-dismiss-terrorism-financing-claims-against-bauchi-govt/

Politics

20 h. ago Chimamanda’s son: Agbakoba urges better health sector regulation

Olisa Agbakoba calls for an urgent overhaul of Nigeria’s health sector regulation, citing a systemic crisis of medical negligence and preventable deaths. Read More: https://punchng.com/chimamandas-son-agbakoba-urges-better-health-sector-regulation/

Politics

57 h. ago Defend laws guiding medical laboratory science practice – Odionyenma 

Members of the Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria (AMLSN) have been urged to be courageous and defend the laws guiding read more Defend laws guiding medical laboratory science practice – Odionyenma 

Politics

3 d. ago ASUU to sign 40% salary increase agreement with FG January 14

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) is set to formally sign an agreement with the federal government on Wednesday, read more ASUU to sign 40% salary increase agreement with FG January 14

Politics

3 d. ago Federal Government Orders Enforcement Of ‘No Work, No Pay’ On JOHESU

The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has directed Chief Medical Directors and Medical Directors of all federal hospitals to immediately enforce the federal government’s “No Work, No Pay” policy on members of the Joint Health Sector Unions and Assembly of Healthcare Professionals (JOHESU), who have been on strike since November 14, 2025. The […]

Politics

4 d. ago Taraba Govt Orders Temporary Shutdown Of Specialist Hospital

With the shutdown of the health institution, patients will be forced to seek medical attention elsewhere within or outside the state. The post Taraba Govt Orders Temporary Shutdown Of Specialist Hospital appeared first on Channels Television.

Politics

6 d. ago Medical tourism reversal: Experts flag data gaps, say patients simply bypassing tracked FX routes

…See true reversal in ‘few years’ Nigeria’s long-standing reliance on overseas medical treatment is under fresh scrutiny after Central Bank read more Medical tourism reversal: Experts flag data gaps, say patients simply bypassing tracked FX routes

Politics

7 d. ago 54,000 mothers, children benefit from Ondo’s free health scheme – Aiyedatiwa’s aide

Ondo State’s free health scheme, the Abiyamo Scheme, has provided free medical services to over 54,000 pregnant women and children under five. Read More: https://punchng.com/54000-mothers-children-benefit-from-ondos-free-health-scheme-aiyedatiwas-aide/

Politics

8 d. ago Bauchi Govt Offers Civil Servants, Residents Tourism Discounts

The Bauchi State government has introduced a new discount policy aimed at boosting tourism activities across the state as part of its 2026 plans. Under the initiative, civil servants will enjoy a 30 percent discount on tourism services, while other residents will receive a 15 percent discount when visiting tourism sites within the state. The […]

Politics

1 week ago Nigeria’s medical tourism spending crashes 96% as local healthcare capacity deepens

Nigeria’s long-standing reliance on overseas medical treatment appears to be rapidly reversing, as new data from the Central Bank of read more Nigeria’s medical tourism spending crashes 96% as local healthcare capacity deepens

Events

1 week ago Business Mogul, Okoya Targets 1000 Beneficiaries For 86th Birthday Medical Outreach

Lagos-based industrialist and Chairman of Eleganza Group of Companies, Dr Razaq Akanni Okoya, has launched a one-week free medical outreach targeting over 1,000 beneficiaries to boost community health and productivity around his business hub in Ajah, Lagos, as part of his 86th birthday celebrations starting January 5, 2026. Dubbed “Okoya @ 86 Medical Outreach,” the […]

Politics

1 week ago Industrialist, Okoya Unveils Medical Outreach for Community To Mark 86th Birthday

Lagos-based industrialist and Chairman of Eleganza Group of Companies, Dr Razaq Akanni Okoya, has launched a one-week free medical outreach to boost community health and productivity around his business hub in Ajah, Lagos, as part of his 86th birthday celebrations in January 2026. Dubbed “Okoya @ 86 Medical Outreach,” the initiative underscores Okoya’s business philosophy […]

Politics

1 week ago Zulum approves 100% rural allowance for doctors, 40% for nurses in Borno

Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State has approved an upward review of rural allowances for medical doctors and nurses serving read more Zulum approves 100% rural allowance for doctors, 40% for nurses in Borno

Politics

2 w. ago Health experts, philanthropists, others call for effective health insurance in Nigeria to save the poor

As Mayor of Housing, Meridian Hospital group, etc launch free medical outreach in PH Medical experts along with philanthropists and read more Health experts, philanthropists, others call for effective health insurance in Nigeria to save the poor

Politics

2 w. ago Bauchi Govt Reaffirms Commitment To Agricultural Investment Programme

The deputy governor of Bauchi State, Hon. Mohammed Auwal Jatau, has reaffirmed the commitment of the state government to the full implementation of the Framework for Responsible Investment in Land-Intensive Agriculture (FRILIA) programme. Jatau gave the assurance during an interactive session with members of the FRILIA Technical Working Group at the conference hall of his […]

Politics

2 w. ago 1,300 Host Community Residents Get Champion Breweries’ Free Medicare

In line with its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), more than 1,300 host community persons with various health challenges have received free medical treatment through Champion Breweries’ medical outreach launched for residents of Nung Oku community in Ibesikpo Asutan local government area of Akwa ibom state. The two-day medical outreach programme, conducted in collaboration with Ima […]

Politics

2 w. ago Niger: Commissioner assures health workers of improved welfare

The Honourable Commissioner for Health, Dr Murtala Muhammad Bagana, has assured medical practitioners in Niger of

Politics

2 w. ago Foundation organises free health screening for Ikeja residents

A Lagos foundation provides a free health screening for over 50 Ikeja residents, offering check-ups, medication, and consultations to the community. Read More: https://punchng.com/foundation-organises-free-health-screening-for-ikeja-residents/

Politics

3 w. ago NMA backs C’River clampdown on illegal traditional medicine practitioners

The Nigeria Medical Association praises Cross River State’s clampdown on illegal traditional medicine practitioners to safeguard public health from unsafe Read More: https://punchng.com/nma-backs-criver-clampdown-on-illegal-traditional-medicine-practitioners/

Politics

3 w. ago 10 unlicensed traditional medicine practitioners arrested in C’River

Nigerian Medical Association lauds the arrest of 10 unlicensed traditional medicine vendors in Cross River State following concerns over public health risk Read More: https://punchng.com/10-unlicensed-traditional-medicine-practitioners-arrested-in-criver/

Politics