Two schools in the Akpabuyo local government area of Cross River state have been shut down due to a measles outbreak, as confirmed by the State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Henry Ayuk. The affected schools are Navy Secondary School and Penniel Primary School, both situated in the same vicinity. Dr. Ayuk stated that the State…
A tragic incident unfolded on February 22 when Chidimma Susa Ezenyili, a 37-year-old Nigerian woman working as a caregiver in the United Kingdom, collapsed while tending to 86-year-old Ian Hale on Scott Road. Despite efforts to save her, Ezenyili passed away two days later. Ezenyili, a lawyer by profession in Nigeria, had migrated to the…
The Taraba State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Gbangsheya Buma, has officially declared the outbreak of Lassa Fever in the state. According to Dr. Buma, nine suspected cases were reported at the Federal Medical Center, FMC, Jalingo, with eight individuals testing positive for the viral hemorrhagic fever. He assured residents that the State Ministry of Health…
The Gombe State Government has officially acknowledged the outbreak of Cerebrospinal Meningitis (CSM), a contagious disease characterized by the inflammation of the brain and spinal cord membranes. According to the state government, the outbreak has claimed the lives of six individuals, with five fatalities reported in Nafada Local Government Area and one in Funakeye Local…
Approximately 20 students have tragically lost their lives due to a meningitis outbreak in several boarding public schools in Potiskum, Fika, and Fune local government areas of Yobe State. Reports from Daily Trust indicate that the fatalities occurred in Government Science Technical College, Government Girls Science Technical College, and Federal Government Girls College, all…
The lengthy trial surrounding a cough syrup linked to the tragic deaths of 68 children has concluded, bringing some measure of closure to the grieving families affected by the medication. In a bid to provide restitution, the heartbroken parents of the victims will receive a compensation totaling £63,000. A total of 23 individuals involved in…
A tragic incident unfolded at a private tertiary institution in Abeokuta, Ogun State, where a 300-level student reportedly took her own life. According to reports from Daily Trust, the student, who was studying Basic Medical Science at Havarde College of Science, Business, and Management Studies, was found deceased in her off-campus hostel room on Monday…
President Vladimir Putin announced on Wednesday that Russian scientists were on the brink of developing vaccines for cancer, which could soon be accessible to patients. Speaking during a televised address, Putin stated that “we have made significant progress in the development of cancer vaccines and immunomodulatory drugs of a new generation.” He expressed hope that…
Amidst the current severe heatwave in Nigeria, Ezebunwo Ichemati observed that some individuals are now frequenting banks solely to seek respite from the scorching temperatures by enjoying the cool air from the air conditioners, rather than for financial transactions such as withdrawals or deposits. Nigeria is currently grappling with soaring temperatures exceeding 40°C in certain…
The Federal Government has attributed the departure of pharmaceutical companies from Nigeria to the absence of local incorporation of their products in the country. Speaking at a World Cancer Day symposium in Abuja on Monday, February 5, Dr. Tunji Alausa, the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, revealed this development. “We need to…
