Category: Health

St. Charles Borromeo Onitsha: A Stellar Example of Modern Evangelism in Practice By Chisom J. Mefor

Emporium Reporters

Healthcare is the backbone of any thriving society—yet, for many, it remains just of reach. Health influences not only individual well-being but also economic stability, national development, and overall quality of life. When people can’t access the care needed, the consequences ripple far beyond personal health—productivity declines, industries falter, and entire families and communities suffer. Yet in Nigeria today, where the cost of basic necessities has skyrocketed, quality healthcare is slipping even further beyond reach. A simple hospital visit now feels like a huge financial burden. As food, transportation, and…

Sakinah Medical Outreach, Partners offer free Life-Saving Surgeries in Abuja

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Sakinah Medical Outreach, in collaboration with Medics Across Continents (MAC), National Hospital Abuja, and volunteer medical professionals, has launched a six-day free surgical mission aimed at providing critical medical interventions to underserved Nigerians. Made possible through donations from Nigerians and other supporting partners, the initiative will deliver over 100 life-saving surgeries for patients suffering from conditions such as urethral stricture, prostate enlargement, kidney stones, hernia, and lipoma. At a press conference in Abuja, Prof. Aisha Abubakar, Vice-Chairman of Sakinah Medical Outreach, described the mission as a lifeline for indigent patients.…

NNPC Ltd/FIRST E & P JV launches Health Outreach in 11 KEFFESO Communities

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a significant move to enhance the well-being of residents, the NNPC Ltd/FIRST E & P Joint Venture (JV) successfully carried out a health outreach program across eleven KEFFESO communities in Bayelsa State from January 29 to February 1, 2025.   The initiative, a key component of the company’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) strategy, aimed to address healthcare gaps and improve the quality of life for those living in host communities.   The health outreach, held in alignment with the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021, focused on providing critical health…

Gov Okpebholo secures Induction for 128 Medical Graduates of Ambrose Alli University

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a significant development for the medical department of Ambrose Alli University (AAU) Ekpoma, Governor Monday Okpebholo has successfully secured the induction of 128 medical graduates, whose ceremony was delayed for several months due to lingering crises. The induction, which was initially scheduled for August 2024, will now take place on February 13, 2025, following the intervention of the Edo State Government.   The graduates, who have spent 10 years in medical school, had faced an uncertain future as the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria had put a halt…

Federal Teaching Hospital Gombe Leads in Laboratory Accreditation, Strengthening Nigeria’s Healthcare System

Emporium Reporters

In a significant boost for Nigeria’s healthcare sector, Federal Teaching Hospital, Gombe (FTHG), under the leadership of Chief Medical Director Dr. Yusuf M. Abdullahi, has emerged as a leader in medical laboratory excellence with its recent dual accreditation under ISO 15189:2022 by the South African National Accreditation System (SANAS) and ISO 15189:2012 by the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN). The accreditation, presented by Honorable Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako, highlights FTHG’s commitment to high-quality diagnostic services, reinforcing its role as a…

Malaria Consortium seeks CAC’s Support to boost health interventions in Nigeria

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has pledged its commitment to providing seamless registration processes for foreign organisations operating in Nigeria. The Registrar-General/CEO of CAC, Hussaini Ishaq Magaji, gave this assurance during a courtesy visit by the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Malaria Consortium (MC), Professor Wilfred Mbacham, to his office in Abuja. Magaji emphasized the strategic importance of the CAC in facilitating business operations in Nigeria and assured Malaria Consortium of the Commission’s full support in line with the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA) 2020. Speaking during…

Ibadan Funfair Tragedy: Court Grants Bail to Naomi, Oriyomi Hamzat, School Principal

Lukman Laleye Babalola

An Oyo State High Court in Ibadan has granted bail to Olori Naomi Silekunola, Alhaji Oriyomi Hamzat, and Abdulahi Fasasi, who were arrested in connection with the tragic Christmas funfair that led to the deaths of 35 children in Ibadan, Oyo State.   The court’s decision was delivered by Justice K. B. Olawoyin on Monday, following a hearing where the trio’s bail applications were considered. The accused individuals, including the founder of Agidigbo FM, Hamzat, and Fasasi, the principal of Islamic High School, Bashorun, Ibadan, are facing charges of conspiracy,…

NOA Launches Nationwide Campaign to Raise Awareness on Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV)

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a proactive effort to address public concerns regarding the potential outbreak of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in Nigeria, the National Orientation Agency (NOA) has initiated a nationwide awareness campaign. The campaign aims to educate citizens on the virus, its symptoms, and preventive measures.   Dr. Olufemi Ayoola, Director of Health and Social Care at NOA, disclosed that the directive was issued to ensure Nigerians are equipped with the necessary information to prevent the virus from reaching the country. He clarified that the initiative is not intended to incite panic but…

SDGs: FG Commissions 20-Bed Healthcare Centre in Oreta, Lagos Community

Abubakar Yusuf

In a monumental stride toward enhancing healthcare delivery in Lagos State, the Federal Government, through the Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), has inaugurated a modern 20-bed Primary Healthcare Centre (PHC) in Oreta Community, Igbogbo-Baiyeku Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Ikorodu, Lagos State. The state-of-the-art facility, commissioned by the Senior Special Assistant to the President on SDGs, Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire, is fully equipped with essential amenities, including a labour room, Intensive Care Unit (ICU), maternity and behavioural health rooms, patient wards, and…

Ekele , CMD UATH commends Servicom, Management , Board for Initiating Staff , Corporate Awards.

Abubakar Yusuf

By Abubakar Yusuf.   The Chief Medical Director, University of Abuja Teaching Hospital Gwagwalada UATH, renamed as Yakubu Gowon Teaching Hospital Gwagwalada YGTH, Professor Bisala Ahmed Ekele has commended SERVICOM, Management and Board of the hospital for setting up annual staff assessment through awards to workers and corporate organizations.   He made this remark on Wednesday during the presentation of awards to staff, corporate bodies and department held in the hospital premises   The University of Abuja Teaching Hospital, Gwagwalada, UATH renamed as Yakubu Gowon Teaching Hospital YGTH has held…