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Nigerian Resident Doctors Announce Indefinite National Strike

The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has initiated an indefinite nationwide strike, effective Tuesday, April 7. This action follows the federal government's decision to halt the implementation of a revised professional allowance table (PAT).

15 hours ago6 min read

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Blessing CEO Discusses Surgery Fundraising During IG Live with Daddy Freeze

During an Instagram live session, Blessing CEO opened up about her cancer diagnosis and subsequent request for financial assistance for surgery. The discussion included inquiries regarding her knowledge of the surgery costs, which she admitted she did not have.

16 hours ago6 min read

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Impact of Missed Diagnoses: The High Cost of Late Lassa Fever Recognition in Nigeria

As Nigeria faces a significant rise in Lassa fever cases, a recent report highlights the importance of laboratory testing to differentiate it from common ailments. This issue arises amidst an alarming rate of misdiagnosis, often leading to delayed treatment.

Apr 1, 202610 min read

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Surge in Kidney Disease Cases Noted in North-East, Experts Warn

Health professionals have expressed concern regarding the increasing prevalence of kidney diseases in the North-East, with estimates indicating that approximately one in every 30 individuals is affected. This warning was made during free screening events held by the North East Development Commission in Gombe and Bauchi states.

Apr 1, 20267 min read

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Bauchi Sees 68 Deaths from Lassa Fever in Six Months – MSF

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) reported that the Bauchi State has experienced 68 fatalities due to Lassa fever, alongside 311 confirmed cases, from October 1, 2025, to March 23, 2026. The organization has been actively providing treatment and preventive outreach in the region since 2022.

Apr 1, 20266 min read

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Church Provides MRI Scanner to Abia State Government

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has donated a 1.5 Tesla MRI scanner to support healthcare initiatives in Abia State under Governor Alex Otti. The donation aims to enhance the state's diagnostic capabilities significantly.

Apr 1, 20265 min read

Enugu State Alerts Public About Rabies Outbreak

Mar 31, 2026

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Grief-stricken Mother Speaks Out After Losing Only Son in Jos Attack

Mar 31, 2026

Woman Collapses and Dies During Court Hearing in Edo

Mar 31, 2026

NAPTIP Investigates Edo Woman for Alleged Sexual Abuse of Her 3-Year-Old Son on Livestream

Mar 31, 2026

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Study Links Plastic Chemicals to 2 Million Premature Births and 74,000 Newborn Deaths

A recent study has revealed a significant correlation between two widely used plastic chemicals and approximately 2 million premature births, alongside nearly 74,000 newborn deaths recorded globally in 2018. Health experts emphasize the potential risks these substances pose to maternal and child health.

Apr 1, 20266 min read

Bags of illicit drugs seized by the NDLEA in Edo State

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NDLEA Detains 104 Suspects, Confiscates N1.8 Billion Worth of Drugs in Edo

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Edo State has arrested 104 suspected drug traffickers and seized illicit drugs valued at over N1.8 billion. These actions were part of the agency's operations during the first quarter of 2026.

Apr 1, 20266 min read

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Lawyer Tragically Passes Away After Being Trapped in Abuja Hotel Lift

Barrister Abdulsalami Ginsau, a lawyer, has died after reportedly being trapped in a hotel elevator in Abuja. Eyewitnesses say the incident occurred on March 30, 2026, with the cause suspected to be suffocation.

Mar 31, 20268 min read