Sugary drinks cause 340,000 global deaths annually, linked to diabetes and heart disease. Significant diabetes and heart disease cases in Sub-Saharan Africa and Latin America tied...
NAPTIP starts rehabilitation for woman rescued from abusive Iraq job. Eniola-Isaac endured physical abuse and grueling work hours in Baghdad. NAPTIP warns youths about risks of...
WHO prequalifies first G6PD test for safer malaria treatment. The test prevents P. vivax malaria relapse and enhances treatment safety. Approval follows tafenoquine-based treatment inclusion in...
NAFDAC Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, highlights a severe staffing shortage. The agency currently operates with 2,000 staff, far below the needed 10,000. NAFDAC calls for increased...
Oyo Court adjourns Mukaila Lamidi’s trial to Jan. 22. Defence objects to missing witness statements. Lamidi faces 18 charges, including armed robbery and murder. The Oyo...
Increased cases of Human Metapneumovirus, mainly in children, in northern China. Experts advise hygiene, rest, and protecting vulnerable groups. HMPV has been circulating for decades; rise...
Nigeria faces no immediate threat from HMPV, says NCDC. NCDC monitors HMPV globally, with no cases reported in Nigeria. Public urged to maintain hygiene, avoid overcrowding...
Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu signs N3.366 trillion 2025 budget. Budget aims to continue Sanwo-Olu’s development projects. Announcement made by the Governor’s media aide. Lagos State Governor Babajide...
U.S. tech giants warn Biden’s AI chip export rules could harm AI leadership. Proposed regulations target China but may benefit global competitors. Industry leaders call for...
NEMA distributed relief items to flood victims in Akoko North-East and North-West, Ondo State. The agency reaffirmed its commitment to disaster response and climate awareness. Lawmakers...