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NCDC confirms 358 cases of Lassa Fever in 2022

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control has confirmed 358 cases of Lassa fever recorded across 19 States, with at least one confirmed case across 65 Local Government Areas in Nigeria.

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IVF a good option for couples battling infertility –Gynaecologist

A consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist, Dr. Abosede Lewu, has urged couples battling infertility to embrace In-Vitro Fertilisation and other Assisted Reproductive Technologies, noting that they have helped saved many couples stress and heartbreaks.

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‘632 Nigeria-trained doctors practising in Canada’

The Canadian Medical Association has said no fewer than 632 Nigeria-trained doctors were practising in Canada as of 2020.

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UNICEF donates drugs, medical consumables worth $220,000 to Yobe

The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), on Wednesday, donated drugs and medical consumables worth $220,000 to the Yobe government.

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Third Vessel Lost In Strait Of Hormuz

The GFS Pride and Cape Dao sank near the Strait of Hormuz within 24 hours of projectile strikes, as Iran escalates attacks on shipping and Brent stays above $100. Two commercial ships — a container vessel and a dry bulk carrier — sank within 24 hours of each...

Red Sea Crisis: How Much Is Africa Paying for a War It Isn’t Fighting?

LN247’s The Agenda examines the economic consequences of disrupted shipping routes, maritime security threats and the need for Africa to strengthen its economic resilience. The Red Sea crisis is raising important questions about Africa’s exposure to international conflicts and the impact of maritime insecurity on global trade. As...

Kenya Raises Petrol by 6%, Diesel 4.5% As Iran War Hits Pump Prices

Kenya's EPRA raised petrol 6% and diesel 4.5% for October 15–November 14, with Nairobi diesel hitting KSh 227.76. Kerosene jumped 14.9%. Here's the full breakdown. Kenya raises fuel prices as the Middle East war reaches the pump Kenya's Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) raised maximum retail fuel prices...