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Atiku Backs Petrol Subsidy Amid ₦19.1tn Cost Dispute

KEY POINTS Atiku says he will restore a targeted petrol subsidy if elected president. ...

Sunday Igboho Allegedly Stops Police Arrest of Tani Olohun

KEY POINTS Sunday Igboho allegedly stopped police from arresting Tani Olohun in Ibadan. Olohun...

NCDC places Lagos, FCT, eight states on Ebola alert

The NCDC has placed Lagos, the FCT and eight other states on high Ebola alert after the rare Bundibugyo strain broke out in Uganda and DRC.

How Street Grinding Machines Contaminate Everyday Food with Dangerous Metals

Laboratory tests show pepper ground at Lagos street mills contains dangerously high metal levels, raising concerns over daily food safety.

Nigeria Bans Sachet Alcohol and Small Bottles to Curb Abuse

Nigeria bans sachet and small-bottle alcohol. Enforcement begins January 2026 to reduce misuse and protect public health.

NCDC Reports 172 Deaths as Lassa Fever Spreads Across Nigeria

The NCDC says 172 Nigerians have died from Lassa fever across 21 states. Ondo, Edo, and Bauchi lead in infections as the fatality rate climbs to 18.6 percent, surpassing last year’s figure.

Cholera Outbreak in Plateau State Claims Three Lives, Five Cases Confirmed

Plateau State has confirmed five cholera cases and reported three deaths, prompting swift action from the Ministry of Health to contain the outbreak in Bokkos LGA.

Malaria Crisis in Nigeria Amid N740bn Constituency Project Allocations

Amid a severe malaria crisis, Nigeria allocates N740 billion for constituency projects, sparking debate over public health priorities and the efficient use of funds.

Rising Cost of Malaria and Diabetes Treatments Strains Nigerians’ Wallets

The escalating costs of treating malaria and diabetes in Nigeria are straining citizens' wallets, especially for low-income families. Healthcare advocates call for urgent measures to address these rising costs

Fake Doctor Arrested in Lagos After Treating Hundreds of Patients

A fake doctor in Lagos has been arrested for treating over 200 patients using a forged certificate. Tayo Shakirudeen reportedly performed surgeries despite lacking qualifications, raising concerns about the safety of his patients.

Nigeria Ranks Among Top 10 Countries with Highest Hepatitis Burden: WHO Report

Nigeria has been identified as one of the top 10 countries globally burdened by...

Nigeria’s Fake Drug Crisis: How to Protect Yourself

Nigeria is facing a serious problem of fake and substandard drugs, which pose a...

Lagos Bans Styrofoam Takeaway Packs, Prioritizes Environmental Health

Lagos imposes ban on styrofoam takeaway packs, granting businesses a three-week period for adjustment in environmental health initiative.

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Atiku Backs Petrol Subsidy Amid ₦19.1tn Cost Dispute

KEY POINTS Atiku says he will restore a targeted petrol subsidy if elected president. ...

Sunday Igboho Allegedly Stops Police Arrest of Tani Olohun

KEY POINTS Sunday Igboho allegedly stopped police from arresting Tani Olohun in Ibadan. Olohun...

Presidency Blames Contractor for Benin-Asaba Gridlock

KEY POINTS Presidency blames the contractor for the Benin-Agbor-Asaba road crisis. Gridlock stranded motorists...

Plateau Mother Shields Children in Deadly Attack

KEY POINTS A Plateau mother survived after shielding two children from gunfire. Three of...