Health
Niger Becomes First African Country To Eliminate River Blindness, A Major Cause Of Blindness Worldwide
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has certified Niger as the first African country to eliminate onchocerciasis, a parasitic disease that causes blindness. Niger’s...
OAUTH: Clinical Lecturers to Begin Indefinite Strike Over Unpaid CONMESS Salaries
Clinical lecturers at Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital (OAUTH), Ile-Ife, will begin an indefinite strike on Monday, 3 February 2025. The decision follows...
The Power of Community in Changing Mental Health Narratives
In my many conversations about mental health, a recurring question is, “Why does mental health often feel like a distant, unreachable topic?” Is...
NAFDAC Alerts Nigerians on Counterfeit Breast Cancer Drug
The National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a public alert regarding a counterfeit batch of Phesgo 600mg/600mg/10ml...
Kenyan Petitioners Seek Over $54.5 Billion In Damages From 2 U.S Companies Over Toxic Sanitary Products
2,884 Kenyans have petitioned against two U.S.-based companies, Procter & Gamble (makers of Always and Pampers) and Kimberly-Clark (producers of Kotex and Huggies),...
NAFDAC Shuts Warehouse, 8 Shops in Nasarawa, Seizes N5bn Counterfeit Rice
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has sealed eight rice shops and a warehouse in Karu Local Government...
Niger Donates $2 Million to World Health Organisation
Niger has contributed $2 million to the African branch of the World Health Organisation (WHO), demonstrating its commitment to supporting global health initiatives....
Mental Health Matters: Building a Foundation for Wellness and Growth
Writing has made me reflect on the power of sharing knowledge—sparking conversations and inspiring people to enrich their lives, relationships, and communities. Nigerians,...
Guinean Authorities Seize 456 Kilogrammes of Marijuana In Boussoura, Arrest Suspect
Guinean Special Services for the Fight Against Drugs and Organised Crime announced the seizure of 456 kilogrammes of marijuana on Wednesday. The operation...
Malian Customs Seize 45.3 kg of Marijuana in Major Drug Bust
Malian Customs seized 65 bricks of marijuana, totalling 45.3 kilograms, hidden in two suitcases in a vehicle on the outskirts of the capital,...
NAFDAC Disputes Role in Sachet Water Destruction, Refutes Lagos Government’s Claim
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has denied claims that its officials were involved in destroying sachet water...
Burkina Faso Authorities Dismantle Illegal Abortion Drug Network
Burkina Faso authorities have dismantled an international network involved in selling illegal abortion drugs, the national police announced. The operation in the capital,...