8 h. ago 10 Years After, Nigeria Fails To Enforce Tobacco Control Act

Ten years after signing the National Tobacco Control Act, the federal government has yet to implement the law. The law, which was assented to by former President Goodluck Jonathan in 2015, was intended to reduce tobacco consumption and shield the public, especially the youths, from the health hazards of smoking. This inaction on the legislation […]

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34 h. ago TCN explains 165 megawatts loss, assures normal power supply

The Transmission Company of Nigeria has announced the collapse of three towers due to the tripping of the Ikeja West-Osogbo 330 kV line during a windy rainfall, resulting in a load loss of 165 megawatts. According to a statement signed by TCN’s General Manager of Public Affairs, Ndidi Mbah, on Friday, the incident happened on Read More

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62 h. ago Lagos govt convenes energy summit to tackle ‘epileptic’ power supply

Tribune Online Lagos govt convenes energy summit to tackle ‘epileptic’ power supply Lagos State government on Thursday said plans have been concluded to convene an energy summit where a comprehensive strategy and homegrown solutions will be developed by critical stakeholders to tackle the chronic problem of epileptic power supply hindering economic development in the country. The State Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Mr. Biodun Ogunleye, made […] Lagos govt convenes energy summit to tackle ‘epileptic’ power supply Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Crescent varsity nursing students bag multiple certifications

Nursing students of Crescent University, Abeokuta, have achieved three professional certifications namely Registered Nurse, Registered Midwife and Public Health Nursing in the space of their five-year Bachelor of Nursing programme. The students in the 400 and 500 levels presented for the 2025 RM examination also scored one hundred per cent. Head of Department of Nursing, Read More

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6 d. ago FG Moves To Address Energy Crisis In Public Hospitals, Sets Up Special Committee

The federal government has inaugurated an Implementation Committee for the National Dialogue on Power in the Health Sector, aiming to address the persistent electricity challenges in public healthcare facilities. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony in Abuja, the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Salako, highlighted the urgent need for sustainable power […]

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7 d. ago Illegal drug market sprouts where NAFDAC burnt N4.7bn banned products in Aluu dumpsite near PH

…Public health at risk When the National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) made a burnfire at read more Illegal drug market sprouts where NAFDAC burnt N4.7bn banned products in Aluu dumpsite near PH

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7 d. ago We’re building army of health professionals for Nigeria – Ifediora, Family Medicine professor, OCI Foundation president

By Enyeribe Ejiogu At almost 15, Miss Chinenye Onyekwelu, an SS2 student in Anambra State, is the kind of candidate the Registrar and Chief Executive of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Prof Ishaq Oloyede, loves to see register for the Universal Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), through which young Nigerians secure admission into public […] The post We’re building army of health professionals for Nigeria – Ifediora, Family Medicine professor, OCI Foundation president appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago FG seeks sustainable power supply to public health institutions

Tribune Online FG seeks sustainable power supply to public health institutions The Federal Government has commenced measures to ensure stability and sustainability in the electricity supply to public health institutions across the country. FG seeks sustainable power supply to public health institutions Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Tuberculosis cases expected to surge amid public health funding crisis

The Executive Vice President, Diagnostics, Africa, Roche Diagnostic, Dr. Allan Pamba, has stated that the spread of tuberculosis is expected to rise rapidly as public health systems face new funding challenges. Pamba, in a statement made available to PUNCH Online on Thursday, said active tuberculosis is fatal and mostly affects adults in their economically productive Read More

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1 week ago Experts Advocate Innovative Solutions To Expand Healthcare Access

One of Nigeria’s leading medical laboratory services, SYNLAB, has urged public health experts and healthcare investors to explore innovative strategies for overcoming barriers to healthcare access in Nigeria. Hence, the firm and leading experts have proffered solutions for expanding access to convenient healthcare service delivery in Nigeria. Speaking at a recent virtual conference organised by […]

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1 week ago NTCA, CAPPA urge FG to increase tobacco control fund, protect public health

Tribune Online NTCA, CAPPA urge FG to increase tobacco control fund, protect public health The Nigerian Tobacco Control Alliance (NTCA) and the Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) have called on the Federal Government to significantly increase the Tobacco Control Fund (TCF) beyond the N13 million allocated to it in the national budget for 2025, in the interest of public health. NTCA, CAPPA urge FG to increase tobacco control fund, protect public health Tribune Online

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2 w. ago How lent, ramadan, heatwaves affect businesses in North East

Erratic power supply worsens situation Poultry farmers count losses Meat, vegetable sellers, restaurant owners recount woes Excessive heat aggravated by read more How lent, ramadan, heatwaves affect businesses in North East

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2 w. ago FG reaffirms commitment to eradicate Tuberculosis in Nigeria

Tribune Online FG reaffirms commitment to eradicate Tuberculosis in Nigeria According to her, "This year’s theme, 'Yes! We Can End TB: Commit, Invest, Deliver' highlights the urgent need for sustained advocacy, community engagement, and improved access to healthcare services to combat TB, which remains one of the country’s most pressing public health challenges. FG reaffirms commitment to eradicate Tuberculosis in Nigeria Tribune Online

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2 w. ago UK: After fire incident, Heathrow Airport back to full operations — Spokesperson

Tribune Online UK: After fire incident, Heathrow Airport back to full operations — Spokesperson London’s Heathrow Airport fully resumed operations on Saturday, following a fire that disrupted its power supply and forced its closure on Friday, leading to widespread travel disruptions. Although flights had begun to resume on Friday evening, the temporary closure of Europe’s busiest airport left tens of thousands of travelers stranded, struggling to secure hotel accommodations […] UK: After fire incident, Heathrow Airport back to full operations — Spokesperson Tribune Online

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2 w. ago ‘We used to rely on public water system, but it became too unreliable’

Tribune Online ‘We used to rely on public water system, but it became too unreliable’ Water, a critical resource for human survival, is facing a great distress engendered by climate change, human abuse, among others. In Nigeria and across the world, water is fundamental for economic growth, agriculture and food security, economic development, industrial growth, public Health, national security and environmental wellbeing. Over the years, concerns over the future of […] ‘We used to rely on public water system, but it became too unreliable’ Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Heathrow says it will reopen after closure causes global flight turmoil

Britain's Heathrow said it had begun the process of reopening on Friday after a fire knocked out its power supply. read more Heathrow says it will reopen after closure causes global flight turmoil

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2 w. ago Experts raise alarm over increasing use of synthetic drug among youth

Tribune Online Experts raise alarm over increasing use of synthetic drug among youth Drug experts have raised alarm over the increasing use of synthetic drugs among youths in the country, noting that it has become growing public health and security concerns in recent years. Experts raise alarm over increasing use of synthetic drug among youth Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Solarization of installations crucial to quality, safe blood availability — NBSA

Tribune Online Solarization of installations crucial to quality, safe blood availability — NBSA IN recognition of the crucial role of stable power supply in blood storage and transfusion services, Director General of the National Blood Service Agency (NBSA), Professor Saleh Yuguda, says he is spearheading the installation of solar-powered inverters, air conditioners and refrigerators in NBSA Ibadan and other centres across the country. Professor Yuguda, in a release, […] Solarization of installations crucial to quality, safe blood availability — NBSA Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Schneider Electric Pledges Uninterrupted Power Supply To Eko Atlantic City

Schneider Electric has said it is committed to driving sustainability in Nigeria’s urban transformation by powering Eko Atlantic City with smart, energy-efficient solutions. Country president, Schneider Electric Nigeria, Ajibola Akindele, emphasised the project’s significance in Nigeria said, “This partnership with Eko Atlantic City is a game-changer for Nigeria. We are leveraging our expertise to provide […]

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2 w. ago Federal Gov’t To Detain Uncertified Animals, Establish Border Posts

The federal government has reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding public health and Nigeria’s livestock industry by enforcing stricter regulations on animal imports. The minister of livestock development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, stated that any animal entering the country without proper health certification would be detained. He made this declaration while receiving a delegation from the Nigerian […]

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