31 h. ago ‘Financial Instability, Social Media Addiction Trigger Mental Imbalance In Youths’

Forty four per cent of young adults (18-24) currently suffer from mental health conditions, with excessive use of social media and financial instability being major contributing factors, according to AXA Mind Health Report 2025. Additionally, the report disclosed that work-related stress, including excessive workload, tight deadlines, and a lack of work-life balance, remain a significant […]

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4 d. ago Diphtheria Outbreak: Lagos Records 10 Confirmed Cases In 3 Months

Lagos State recorded 10 confirmed cases of diphtheria between January 1 and March 27, 2025, as health authorities intensified efforts to curb the outbreak. Commissioner for Health in the state, Prof. Akin Abayomi, who disclosed this while giving an update on the outbreak at the weekend, said suspected cases have fluctuated over the period, with […]

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6 d. ago Oral Health Day: Pepsodent Organises Dental Health Programme In 20 States

In commemoration of the 2025 World Oral Health Day, Pepsodent, a leading global toothpaste brand, in collaboration with the Nigeria Dental Association has launched its dental health campaign themed “Talk to A Dentist”. The campaign aims to reach 3m Nigerians this year, surpassing the 2024 reach of 2.4 million.Speaking during a press conference to herald […]

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7 d. ago Delta Commissioner Of Health Orders Withdrawal Of Disciplinary Letter Against Student

The Delta State Ministry of Health has intervened in the controversy surrounding a viral video that mocked Senator Oluremi Tinubu during her visit to the state. The video had sparked widespread outrage and led to disciplinary action against the student responsible. However, in a surprising turn of events, the Ministry has instructed the authorities to […] The post Delta Commissioner Of Health Orders Withdrawal Of Disciplinary Letter Against Student appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Jigawa govt, Islamic Development Bank launch desert irrigation scheme

Tribune Online Jigawa govt, Islamic Development Bank launch desert irrigation scheme In an effort to control rural-urban migration and reduce abject poverty among the people, the Jigawa State Government, in collaboration with the Islamic Development Bank, has embarked on a desert irrigation farming scheme in the Niger/Nigeria border local government areas of the state. Jigawa govt, Islamic Development Bank launch desert irrigation scheme Tribune Online

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8 d. ago Pepsodent, 52 schools partner to deepen awareness on oral health

By Zika Bobby As part of activities to celebrate World Oral Health Day 2025, Pepsodent has carried out a nationwide school awareness campaign in select schools to promote healthy oral habits among Nigerian children. The World Oral Health Day school awareness campaign which took place in Lagos, Abuja, Enugu, Rivers and Oyo, provided an opportunity […] The post Pepsodent, 52 schools partner to deepen awareness on oral health appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Specialists To Guide Women On Fertility Preservation, Fibroid Management In Abuja

Residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), especially women facing reproductive health challenges, particularly those dealing with cancer, fibroids, and adenomyosis, will have the opportunity to receive expert guidance at the Abuja Reproductive Health Week 2025. The event, scheduled for March 26th – 27th, is being organised by Nordica Fertility Centre in collaboration with the […]

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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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1 week ago Oral Health Day: Oyo Govt, Aspira Advocate Enhanced Dental Care

As part of events to commemorate the 2025 World Oral Health Day, Oyo State government and Aspira Nigeria Limited have reiterated their commitment to improving oral healthcare by providing free dental check-ups and treatment. The Oyo State commissioner for health, Dr Oluwaserimi Ajetunmobi, represented by the chairman of the Hospitals Management Board, Dr Akin Fagbemi, […]

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2 w. ago World Oral Health Day: Nigeria to enhance oral health policies, integrate dental care

Pepsodent targets 3m Nigerians with nationwide dental health programme By Doris Obinna In commemoration of the 2025 World Oral Health Day (WOHD), Pepsodent, in collaboration with the Nigerian Dental Association (NDA), has launched a nationwide dental health campaign, “Talk to A Dentist.” The initiative aims to promote oral hygiene and provide access to dental care […] The post World Oral Health Day: Nigeria to enhance oral health policies, integrate dental care appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago World Oral Health Day: Pepsodent dental health programme to reach 3m people in 20 states

By Zika Bobby In commemoration of the 2025 World Oral Health Day, Pepsodent, a toothpaste brand, in collaboration with the Nigeria Dental Association, has launched its dental health campaign. Themed, “Talk to A Dentist,” the campaign aims to reach three million Nigerians this year, surpassing the 2024 reach of 2.4 million. Speaking at a press […] The post World Oral Health Day: Pepsodent dental health programme to reach 3m people in 20 states appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago World Kidney Day 2025: Learning to avoid risks, early detection

Observed annually on the second Thursday of March, World Kidney Day is a global initiative dedicated to raising awareness about kidney health and advocating for preventive measures against kidney disease. In 2025, this important day falls on March 13 (today), spotlighting the theme: “Are Your Kidneys OK? Detect Early, Protect Kidney Health.” This year’s theme Read More

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3 w. ago Jigawa govt vows to align 2025 health budget with population needs

Tribune Online Jigawa govt vows to align 2025 health budget with population needs The Jigawa State government reaffirmed its determination to ensure the 2025 budget in the health sector meets the needs of the growing population of the state's healthcare delivery. Jigawa govt vows to align 2025 health budget with population needs Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Tinubu rejects N942bn census budget, proposes NYSC members to cut costs

President Bola Tinubu has turned down the N942 billion budget proposed by the National Population Commission (NPC) for the upcoming read more Tinubu rejects N942bn census budget, proposes NYSC members to cut costs

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