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APHPN Fills the Void: Virtual Learning and PHC Revamp as Government Apathy Persists

When the government continues to underfund and overlook the foundation of Nigeria’s healthcare syste…

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When Systems Fail, Professionals Step Up: APHPN’s Bold Adoption of 222 PHCs Exposes a National Health Crisis

There’s a moment in every failing system when those within it can no longer wait for top-down soluti…

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Malaria Ends with Us: Why the UNILAG Health Campaign Was More Than Just a One-Day Event

On April 25th, the University of Lagos didn't just host an event—it ignited a movement. In commemora…

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Building a Healthier Nigeria: Why Tinubu’s Bold Healthcare Agenda Deserves Attention—and Support

For years, Nigerians have echoed the adage “health is wealth”—a truth often undermined by crumbling …

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A Smart Move for Health Security: Nasarawa’s Embrace of Measles-Rubella Vaccine Is the Kind of Leadership Nigeria Needs

In a country where preventable diseases still claim young lives, Nasarawa State’s full endorsement o…

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From Brain Drain to Brain Gain: Lagos Charts a Bold Path to Healthcare Transformation

In an era where Nigerian doctors are boarding flights faster than they can be replaced, Lagos isn’t …

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Japa Crisis Hits Home: Kwara's Desperate Search for Doctors Demands Rethinking Our Healthcare Priorities

In what can only be described as a sobering revelation, the Kwara State Government has admitted it s…

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A Step in the Right Direction: FG’s N110bn Medical School Upgrade Is a Timely Response to the Japa Crisis

In a bold and much-needed move, the Federal Government of Nigeria has approved a N110 billion invest…

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Now Is the Time: UNICEF Urges Bold Action to Strengthen Routine Immunisation as Polio Resurfaces in Lagos

UNICEF is sounding the alarm, and it’s a call that demands more than passive listening — it demands …

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Why Is the Federal Government Not Acting Faster on WHO, Gavi's Warning About Vaccine-Preventable Diseases?

With rising cases of vaccine-preventable diseases globally, one wonders: Is Nigeria prepared for wha…

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Shocking Death in Abuja: Could This Simple Rule Have Saved a Pregnant Woman’s Life?

In a tragic turn of events, Nyesom Wike, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, has launched …

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Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome: Rare, Deadly—and Demanding More Attention

In the often-overlooked corners of psychiatric care, Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS) continues…

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Yobe’s Teaching Hospital Accreditation: A Win for Healthcare—If We Build on It

In what could be a game-changing moment for healthcare in Yobe State, the Yobe State University Teac…

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Vaccines Have Saved 154 Million Lives—But Africa Must Not Be Left Behind

Absolutely! Here's a suggestive opinion-style rewrite of the piece that blends factual information w…

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A Promising Step: Why Nigeria’s Pharmaceutical Academy Must Be More Than Just a Memorandum

It’s refreshing to see the Federal Government finally making deliberate moves to address one of Nige…

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JAPA: Why Nigeria Must Act Fast to Keep Its Health Workers at Home

The mass departure of Nigerian doctors, nurses, and healthcare professionals — now widely known as t…

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JAPA: How Government Policies and Broken Promises Fuel the Flight of Nigerian Health Workers

Nigeria’s health sector is facing a slow-burning crisis that is finally too obvious to ignore. Hospi…

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Checking the Mass Exodus of Nigerian Doctors: A National Imperative, Not an Option

It is nothing short of heartbreaking to watch Nigeria, once a beacon of promise for medical talent i…

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BCG Vaccine Remains a Vital Shield for Children Against Severe Tuberculosis, WHO Reaffirms

In the ongoing global battle against tuberculosis (TB), the World Health Organisation (WHO) has unde…

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WHO Unveils Global Guidelines to Transform Meningitis Diagnosis, Treatment, and Care

In a major step toward tackling one of the world’s most aggressive and life-threatening infections, …

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