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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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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...