An Effective Malaria Vaccine Is Africa’s Most Urgent Need
Despite decades of efforts and billions spent on prevention, malaria remains one of the deadliest diseases in Africa silently claiming over half a million young lives each year. In 2021 alone, an estimated 247 million cases and 619,000 deaths were…
Lagos, UNICEF Lead ‘Walk for Polio’ to Mark World Immunization Week, Push for Stronger Routine Vaccination
The Lagos State Government in partnership with UNICEF held a symbolic ‘Walk for Polio’ on Tuesday, as part of activities marking the 2025 World Immunization Week and Polio Week. The event was aimed at mobilizing stronger public and political commitment…
Nigeria’s Malaria Figures is Scary and Globally Unappealing
The Nigerian government in the past secured a total of $364 million in credits from three major multilateral banks—the World Bank, African Development Bank (AfDB), and Islamic Development Bank (IsDB), to fund malaria interventions in 13 states across the…
A Small Change in Lifestyle Can Protect Your Heart and Brain
If you’re serious about improving your blood pressure and lowering your risk of serious health issues, cutting down on alcohol could be a game-changer especially for heavy drinkers. Research shows that even moderate reductions in alcohol intake can…
University of Ibadan Warns Female Students Against Rising Trend of Egg Donation for Income
Why are female students in a rush to sell their eggs? Poverty or flex? The University of Ibadan (UI) has expressed serious concern over this growing trend among female students who are increasingly turning to egg donation as a means of income. The…
New Study Makes Shocking Discovery About AMR Resistance in Africa
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is no longer a distant threat—it’s a silent epidemic, and it’s killing millions of children across the globe. A new study led by child health experts has revealed that in 2022 alone, more than three million…
Surrogacy, Pathway to modern development in Nigeria – Lawyers, Doctors push for awareness, regulation in Nigeria
Surrogacy has been described as a vital pathway to modern development in Nigeria, offering hope to individuals and couples facing infertility and other reproductive challenges. This view was echoed at the maiden annual lecture of Hanniel’s Noble Legal…
New Report Unveils Deep Gender Gaps in Nigeria’s Health Sector Leadership
There are fresh calls for data-driven reforms and true power shift ahead of Africa Soft Power Summit… According to a new report by African Women on Board (AWB), significant gender ddisparities has been spotted in Nigeria’s health sector leadership.…
Autism Awareness: Stakeholders Call for Inclusion and Early Diagnosis in Nigeria
There is a strong demand for increased awareness and a stronger stance against the stigmatisation of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in Nigeria. Staleholders who spoke at the 2025 ‘Shine Your Light Autism Spectrum Conference’ in Abuja, say there is the…
Surrogacy in Nigeria: The Legal Void and Cultural Complexities Shaping Modern Motherhood
Surrogacy is a practice where a woman carries a child for another person or couple. It has deep historical roots but remains a contentious issue in modern Nigeria. However, despite its increasing prevalence, the country lacks a clear legal framework to…