Nigeria Confirms Imported Case of Ebola Bundibugyo Virus Disease in FCT
Bukola Afeni Nigeria has confirmed one imported case of Ebola Bundibugyo virus disease in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The…
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Africa Records 250,000 Road Deaths Yearly as WHO, Editors Seek Media Action
The World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development (CJID) have launched a major media initiative…
WHO Africa Calls for Urgent Action to Eliminate Viral Hepatitis
Bukola Afeni The World Health Organization (WHO) has called on governments, development partners, health workers and communities to remove barriers…
Breaking Chains of Stigma: Mabushi Community Comes Together to Tackle TB
Bukola Afeni Under the relentless Abuja sun, hundreds of Mabushi residents sat in hope on Saturday, palms outstretched not for…
Experts Urge Stronger Political Will, More Funds to End TB in Nigeria
Bukola Afeni Stakeholders in the health sector have called for stronger political commitment and increased domestic funding to end tuberculosis…
Tribute to Prof. Oyewale Tomori: A Crusader against Infectious Diseases at 80
At 80 years, Professor Oyewale Tomori stands as a towering symbol of scientific excellence, courage, and unwavering service to…
Japan donates essential cholera kits to Nigeria
Bukola Afeni Japan has donated essential cholera kits to Nigeria to strengthen the country’s preparedness and response to ongoing outbreaks.…
WHO calls on African member states to eliminate cervical cancer
Bukola Afeni The World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Director for Africa, Dr. Mohamed Janabi, has called on African Member States…
Mental Health and Hidden Wounds: Africa’s Silent Epidemic
Not all diplomats wear suits, some wear purpose – DeeEnvoy There are wounds you cannot see. They don’t bleed, but…
Global Health at a Crossroads WHO Secures 170 Million Amid U.S. Withdrawal
Esther Salifu Facing a significant funding gap due to the impending withdrawal of the United States, the World Health Organization…