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Ondo NMA condems doctors’ exodus over irregular pay, poor working conditions

The Nigeria Medical Association, Ondo State chapter, on Monday, decried what it called the mass exodus of doctors in the state over alleged irregular payment of salary and poor conditions of service for health workers in the state.

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FG engaging WHO, CEPI to develop Lassa fever Vaccine – Health minister

The Federal Government is currently engaging with the World Health Organisation and the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations for the development of new therapeutics and a vaccine for Lassa fever.

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Gynaecologist debunks myth on Fibroid Surgery preventing Pregnancy

An Associate Professor and Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Ituku/Ozalla, Enugu State, Dr. Uche Agu, has debunked the...

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Shaking Babies could cause Brain damage, Blindness, Paediatrician warns Parents

A paediatrician, Dr. Faidat Yusuf, has warned parents and caregivers against shaking babies below two years vigorously while playing with them, noting that doing so can result in permanent brain damage, blindness, and movement disorder.

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BVN: Key Things You Should Know About the New Rule

The Central Bank of Nigeria has introduced a stricter compliance directive on the use of the Bank Verification Number (BVN), reinforcing its earlier regulations on identity verification across Nigeria’s banking system. The updated rule, which began phased enforcement in 2024 and is being intensified through 2025 into 2026,...

Fact Check: Did Dangote Increase Petrol Price?

Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals has clarified that the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) remains unchanged, addressing concerns about possible instability in the downstream petroleum market. A source within the company confirmed that its pricing structure is still in place, with the gantry price at N1,200 per...

2027: Youths Storm Jonathan’s Abuja Residence, Urge Him To Contest

Hundreds of youths under the banner of the Coalition for Goodluck Jonathan on Wednesday gathered at the Abuja residence of former President Goodluck Jonathan, calling on him to contest the 2027 presidential election. The rally, which took place at Taraba Close in Maitama, disrupted traffic as demonstrators chanted slogans,...