By Abdullahi Maku A mental health expert, Prof. Taiwo Obindo, has urged Nigerians to prioritise early detection, public awareness and timely medical intervention to prevent psychosis. He identified stigma and inadequate mental health services as major barriers to effective care and improved treatment outcomes. Psychosis is a condition in whichContinue Reading
By Dorathy Aninge The Benue State Government has inaugurated a Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) Response Team to strengthen institutional coordination and improve services for survivors of gender-based violence. The inauguration, held on Wednesday in Makurdi, was organised by the Benue State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Welfare. ItContinue Reading
By Folasade Akpan The National Population Commission (NPC) says Nigerians can now register births and obtain certificates online through its newly introduced digital registration platform, eliminating the need for physical visits in many cases. The Acting Director-General of the commission, Mr Manasseh Aboho, said this on Wednesday in Abuja duringContinue Reading
By Blessing Odega The Plateau State Ministry of Health has commenced its 2026 Joint Annual Review to assess progress, share expertise and identify strategies for improving healthcare delivery across the state, with key stakeholders participating in deliberations. Dr Nicholas Ba’amlong, the Commissioner for Health, said on Wednesday in Jos thatContinue Reading
By Philip Yatai The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has confirmed eight rabies cases and two deaths in the territory, urging residents to vaccinate their dogs and cats to curb the virus’ spread. The Agriculture and Rural Development Secretariat of the FCTA confirmed the rabies outbreak to the News AgencyContinue Reading
Immunisation By Franca Ofili Global childhood immunisation coverage recorded modest progress in 2025, with 90 per cent of infants receiving at least one dose of the Diphtheria, Tetanus and Pertussis (DTP) vaccine. The World Health Organisation (WHO) and UNICEF disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday, highlighting continued gains inContinue Reading
By Osayi Aghahowa The family of Madam Evbu Eguasa has commended the Edo Government for intervening in her rehabilitation after she reportedly lived with mental health challenges for about 16 years. The family gave the commendation on Tuesday during a visit to the Edo Ministry of Women Affairs and SocialContinue Reading
By Fatima Mohammed-Lawal The Association of Fetomaternal Medicine Specialists of Nigeria (AFEMSON) has renewed calls for urgent action against preterm births, describing them as a major contributor to perinatal morbidity and mortality across Nigeria. Speaking virtually at the 9th Annual General Meeting and Scientific Conference, Harmony 2026, in Ilorin, AFEMSONContinue Reading
By Justina Auta Young female filmmakers and stakeholders have urged governments and partners to end school dropout and child marriage, using films and personal stories to advocate policies guaranteeing every girl’s right to education nationwide. The call was made during the “Stories that Move Policy: A Malala Day Film Screening,”Continue Reading
By Vivian Ihechu Grandma Rose, a retired school principal, suddenly began acting unlike herself. Her behaviour shifted in ways no one could ignore, marking the quiet beginning of a lifetime struggle. Her condition kept degenerating over months, characterised by uncoordinated utterances, mixing up words and people, and a steadilyContinue Reading
