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Health · BusinessDay ·New report exposes the real barrier to cheaper medicines in Africa
A new report examines the underlying obstacle preventing medicines from becoming more affordable across Africa. The findings indicate that the challenge may involve deeper structural factors than medicine prices alone, highlighting an issue with implications for access to healthcare and pharmaceutical affordability across the continent.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·Thousands of Nigerian children at risk as ‘water on the brain’ goes undiagnosed — Study
A study warns that thousands of Nigerian children may be at risk because hydrocephalus, commonly known as water on the brain, is going undiagnosed. The condition’s missed detection could leave affected children without timely attention, highlighting concerns about awareness, diagnosis and access to appropriate care.
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Health · Channels TV ·5,000 More Healthworkers Needed To Tackle Ebola In DRC— WHO
The World Health Organisation says an additional 5,000 health workers are needed in the Democratic Republic of Congo to strengthen efforts to tackle Ebola. The call highlights the scale of the response required to contain the disease and support affected communities.
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Health · The Punch ·Penis enlargement fillers aren’t risk-free, doctor warns after Nigerian-British man’s death
A doctor has warned that penis enlargement fillers carry health risks following the death of a Nigerian-British man. The warning highlights potential dangers associated with the procedure and urges greater awareness of its safety implications.
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Health · Daily Trust ·
Speaker Abbas’ SA marks 40th birthday with medical outreach
A special assistant to House of Representatives Speaker Tajudeen Abbas marked their 40th birthday by organising a medical outreach. The headline indicates that the event focused on providing healthcare services, although it does not specify the location, beneficiaries, services offered or the official’s name.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·FG moves to tackle conflict trauma among Nigerian children nationwide
The Federal Government is initiating measures to address trauma linked to conflict among children across Nigeria. The move signals a nationwide effort focused on the psychological and emotional effects of violence on young people, though the headline does not provide details about the programme, participating agencies, implementation timeline or specific interventions.
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Health · Leadership News ·
NAFDAC: Expert Supports Life Jail For Drug Counterfeiters
A health expert has backed the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control’s reported call for life imprisonment for people involved in producing or distributing counterfeit medicines. The position reflects growing concern over the dangers of fake drugs and support for tougher penalties against offenders.
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Health · Vanguard ·NAFDAC DG: I returned from US to remove Nigeria’s shame
The Director-General of Nigeria’s National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control said he returned from the United States with the aim of addressing what he described as a national embarrassment. The headline does not specify the particular issue or measures involved.
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Health · Premium Times ·I came back to Nigeria to remove the shame, not to enrich myself — NAFDAC DG
The Director-General of Nigeria’s National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control said he returned to the country to address the institution’s reputational challenges rather than pursue personal financial gain. The statement highlights his stated motivation and focus on restoring public confidence in NAFDAC.
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Health · Vanguard ·NAFDAC DG: I returned from US to remove Nigeria’s shame
The Director-General of Nigeria’s National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control says he returned from the United States with the aim of addressing shortcomings that have brought shame to Nigeria. The headline does not specify the measures involved or the circumstances behind his statement.
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Health · Channels TV ·I Came From US To Remove Some Of Nigeria’s Shame, NAFDAC DG Slams Resignation Calls
The Director-General of NAFDAC has rejected calls for resignation, saying he returned from the United States to help address some of Nigeria’s shortcomings. The remarks signal his determination to remain in office and defend his leadership amid pressure for him to step down.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·
FG moves to bridge Nigeria’s health policy-implementation gap
The Federal Government is taking steps to address the gap between Nigeria’s health policies and their implementation. The move focuses on improving how existing health plans are translated into practical action, with the aim of strengthening coordination and outcomes across the country’s healthcare system.
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Health · Channels TV ·How I Rebuilt NAFDAC’s ‘Good For Nothing’ Image Globally, DG Moji Adeyeye
NAFDAC Director-General Moji Adeyeye says she transformed the agency’s previously poor international reputation, describing efforts that improved how the regulator is perceived globally. The headline centres on her account of rebuilding NAFDAC’s image and strengthening confidence in its work under her leadership.
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Health · Vanguard ·
NAFDAC: Unbranded palm oil, fufu outside our direct oversight
NAFDAC says unbranded palm oil and fufu fall outside the agency’s direct regulatory oversight. The position clarifies the limits of its responsibility for these commonly consumed food products, without indicating that the agency has issued a broader warning or taken enforcement action.
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Health · Premium Times ·Plateau buses make face masks compulsory as diphtheria outbreak worsens
Public transport operators in Plateau State have made face masks mandatory for passengers as authorities respond to a worsening diphtheria outbreak. The measure is intended to reduce transmission on buses, highlighting growing concern over the spread of the infectious disease and the need for preventive precautions among commuters.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·Plateau diphtheria outbreak: Death toll rises to 25, suspected cases 300
The diphtheria outbreak in Plateau State has worsened, with the reported death toll rising to 25 and the number of suspected cases reaching 300. The figures indicate a significant public health concern, although the headline provides no further details on affected locations, response measures or the timeline of the increase.
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Health · Leadership News ·
Patients Lament Long Queues At Lagos Government Hospitals
Patients at Lagos government hospitals are reporting prolonged queues, indicating delays in accessing medical services. The situation is affecting people seeking care at public health facilities across the state, with the concerns centred on waiting times and the resulting difficulty for patients navigating the hospital system.
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Health · Daily Trust ·
NAFDAC DG advocates stiffer penalties against counterfeit products
The Director-General of NAFDAC has called for tougher penalties for people or organisations involved in producing or distributing counterfeit products. The proposal is aimed at strengthening deterrence and addressing the risks associated with fake goods, although the headline does not specify the products concerned or the precise penalties being sought.
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Health · Daily Trust ·
Diphtheria: Plateau gov’t deploys medical supplies to combat disease
The Plateau State government has deployed medical supplies as part of efforts to combat diphtheria, a serious infectious disease. The intervention is aimed at supporting the state’s response and addressing healthcare needs linked to the outbreak, although the headline does not specify the supplies involved, affected areas or the number of cases.
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Health · Daily Trust ·
‘Malaria prevalence drops to 13% in Ondo’
Malaria prevalence in Ondo State has declined to 13%, according to a report by Daily Trust. The headline indicates a reduction in the proportion of people affected by the disease, but provides no further details on the period covered, contributing factors, or the source of the reported figure.
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