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.

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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