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Professor Usman Aliyu, representing the National Institute for Cancer Research and Treatment (NICRAT), disclosed that Nigeria confronts an alarming situation with over 120,000 new cancer cases reported each year. Speaking at the Association of Nigeria Health Journalists conference in Nasarawa State, Aliyu highlighted the devastating toll of cancer, citing an estimated 78,000 deaths in 2020 […]
The National Association of Community Health Practitioners of Nigeria (NACHPN) witnessed a groundbreaking presentation by Akindele Opeyemi, the distinguished founder of Global Masters Institute (GMI), during their recent conference in Port Harcourt. As the sole authorized partner of Skills Development Council Canada in offering Point of Care Testing (POCT) programs, GMI played a pivotal role […]
The World Health Organization (WHO) issued a warning regarding the misuse of antibiotics, which threatens their effectiveness and contributes to the development of drug-resistant bacteria. If this trend continues, it could result in up to 10 million deaths globally by 2050. A study conducted by WHO’s European chapter across 14 countries in Eastern Europe and […]
The Olusegun Obasanjo Foundation (OOF) recently concluded its impactful World Diabetes Day program, held at the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library in Abeokuta, Ogun State, from November 13th to 17th, 2023. This healthcare-focused initiative aimed to address the urgent medical needs of underprivileged Nigerians, particularly focusing on diabetes, hypertension, and other non-communicable diseases (NCDs). Over the […]
Zaid Olanrewaju, a digital public health expert, strongly advocates for the urgent digitalization of Nigeria’s health sector to bolster healthcare service delivery. Stressing the necessity during an address in Abuja, Olanrewaju emphasized the pivotal role of a national digital health blueprint in integrating health information and providers across the country. He highlighted that this initiative […]
The Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN) is set to initiate plans that could potentially save Nigeria a significant sum of $2 billion annually, currently spent by citizens seeking qualitative diagnoses abroad. Dr. Tosan Erhabor, the Registrar of MLSCN, announced this initiative during the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bloom Public […]
The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) says health must be viewed as an investment and a catalyst for economic growth. The group’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Designate, Mr Tayo Aduloju, said this in Abuja during a media conference. According to Aduloju, evidence suggests that in developing countries such as Nigeria, every dollar invested in health […]
Good day, fellow graduands, the representative of the Skill Development Council Canada, the esteemed Global Masters Institute team and distinguished guest. It is an honour to stand before you as the valedictorian of our prestigious Class of 2023. My name is Dr Ejiro Oyovwin Foyibo FPSN. Today, we become graduates with a Postgraduate Diploma in […]
The Nigeria Association of Foreign Trained Pharmacists (NAFTraPh) has honoured notable figures for their contributions to the advancement of the Nigerian pharmaceutical industry during its 5th annual international conference. The event, held at the Sheraton Hotel in Lagos from October 12 to 14, 2023, focused on the theme “Social Determinants of Health and Population Health […]
In a pivotal address on the 63rd Independence Day of Nigeria, President Bola Tinubu reaffirmed the nation’s commitment to democracy, progress, and unity. As both the President and a fellow Nigerian, he highlighted the importance of acknowledging the sacrifices of Nigeria’s founding fathers and the shared responsibility of every citizen in building a prosperous future. […]