Nigeria’s fragile healthcare system has been thrown into disarray as the nationwide warning strike embarked upon by the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) enters its third day, leaving government hospitals across the country deserted and forcing desperate patients to seek refuge in costly private facilities.From Lagos to Abeokuta, Asaba to Kaduna, reports from LEADERSHIPContinueContinue reading “Resident Doctors’ Strike Grounds Public Hospitals Nationwide, Patients Flood Private Clinics Amid Soaring Costs”
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WHO Expands Lifesaving Medicines List With New Cancer And Diabetes Drugs In Landmark Global Health Push
By Idowu Abdullahi The World Health Organisation (WHO) has announced a sweeping expansion of its Model Lists of Essential Medicines (EML), adding groundbreaking treatments for cancer, diabetes, obesity, and other serious conditions in what experts are hailing as a milestone for global health.Unveiling the updated 24th EML and 10th Essential Medicines for Children (EMLc) onContinueContinue reading “WHO Expands Lifesaving Medicines List With New Cancer And Diabetes Drugs In Landmark Global Health Push”
GANYE GENERAL HOSPITAL: A TALE OF NEGLECT AND INDIFFERENCE—WHO WILL SAVE US?
By Mustapha Abubakar The harrowing experience at General Hospital Ganye is a stark reminder of the systemic decay within our healthcare system. It is not about personal grievances; it is about a fundamental failure to uphold the sanctity of human life.Imagine a villager who has no alternative but to rely on Ganye General Hospital. PictureContinueContinue reading “GANYE GENERAL HOSPITAL: A TALE OF NEGLECT AND INDIFFERENCE—WHO WILL SAVE US?”
NAFDAC Blacklists Indian Pharmaceutical Firm Over Deadly, Addictive Pills
In a decisive move to protect public health, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has blacklisted Indian pharmaceutical company Aveo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Limited for producing hazardous and highly addictive pills linked to severe health risks, including potential fatalities.The announcement, made via the official X handle of Nigerian Stories, sent shockwavesContinueContinue reading “NAFDAC Blacklists Indian Pharmaceutical Firm Over Deadly, Addictive Pills”
Federal Government Pours N1 Trillion into Primary Healthcare, Pledges to Train 60,000 Health Workers
The Federal Government has announced a massive investment of N1 trillion to revamp Primary Healthcare Centers (PHCs) across the nation and train over 60,000 health workers in a bid to strengthen Nigeria’s healthcare system.The announcement was made via Nigerian Stories’ official X handle, signaling a bold move by the government to tackle the decay inContinueContinue reading “Federal Government Pours N1 Trillion into Primary Healthcare, Pledges to Train 60,000 Health Workers”
FG Approves Recruitment of 150 Medical Personnel to Boost Healthcare in Correctional Centres
The Federal Government has taken a significant step toward improving healthcare in Nigeria’s correctional facilities by approving the employment of 50 doctors and 100 nurses.The announcement was made via the official X handle of Nigerian Stories, highlighting the government’s commitment to addressing the medical needs of inmates across the country. This move comes amid growingContinueContinue reading “FG Approves Recruitment of 150 Medical Personnel to Boost Healthcare in Correctional Centres”
Nigeria’s Diphtheria Crisis: Over 24,000 Cases, 1,264 Deaths Recorded – NCDC
Nigeria is grappling with a devastating diphtheria outbreak, with over 24,000 confirmed cases and 1,264 deaths recorded across 26 states and 182 Local Government Areas (LGAs), according to the latest report from the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC).The NCDC’s epidemiological report, spanning from week 19 of 2022 to week four of 2025,ContinueContinue reading “Nigeria’s Diphtheria Crisis: Over 24,000 Cases, 1,264 Deaths Recorded – NCDC”
Historic Milestone: Usmanu Danfodiyo University Teaching Hospital Conducts First-Ever Kidney Transplant
In a groundbreaking medical achievement, the Usmanu Danfodiyo University Teaching Hospital (UDUTH), Sokoto, has successfully performed its first-ever kidney transplant—a feat that marks a significant leap forward in Nigeria’s healthcare sector.The announcement was made through the official X (formerly Twitter) handle of Nigerian Stories, heralding the success of the pioneering surgical procedure. This milestone underscoresContinueContinue reading “Historic Milestone: Usmanu Danfodiyo University Teaching Hospital Conducts First-Ever Kidney Transplant”
FG Allocates N4.8 Billion for HIV Treatment in Nigeria Amidst Rising Health Concerns
In a significant move to combat the HIV epidemic, the Federal Government of Nigeria has earmarked a substantial N4.8 billion for the treatment of HIV patients across the country. The announcement was made via the official X handle of Nigerian Stories, signaling the government’s renewed commitment to improving healthcare and tackling the spread of theContinueContinue reading “FG Allocates N4.8 Billion for HIV Treatment in Nigeria Amidst Rising Health Concerns”
“Rabies Outbreak Rocks Benue: Seven Infected as State Government Sounds Alarm”
In a distressing turn of events, the Benue State Government has confirmed an outbreak of the deadly rabies virus in Kwande and Gboko Local Government Areas (LGAs), leaving seven individuals infected. The announcement was made through the official handle of Nigerian Stories on X (formerly Twitter), drawing urgent attention to the situation. According to theContinueContinue reading ““Rabies Outbreak Rocks Benue: Seven Infected as State Government Sounds Alarm””
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