by Nigerian News24 Correspondents The Lagos State chapter of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has raised alarm over poor health sector funding, welfare neglect, and salary distortions, warning that Nigeria has become…
Category: HEALTH
Peter Obi Suspends Weekend Engagements for Medical Rest
by Nigerian News24 Correspondents Former Anambra State governor and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has announced a short medical rest, forcing him to suspend his scheduled activities within and outside…
Nigeria Faces Mounting Climate-Induced Health Crisis
by Nigerian News24 Correspondents LAGOS — Nigeria is sliding into a public health emergency as the effects of climate change — floods, extreme heat, erratic rainfall, and pollution — worsen across the…
How to Overcome Stress: A Comprehensive Guide
by Eghosa-Osawe Jr. Stress is an unavoidable part of life. Whether it’s triggered by work, relationships, finances, or health issues, everyone experiences stress at some point. While a certain level of stress…
Scottish Scientists Uncover Key Mechanism Behind Breast Cancer Spread—A Potential Game-Changer in Early Treatment
by Nigerian News24 Correspondents Scientists in Scotland have uncovered a crucial mechanism behind how breast cancer spreads through the body—a discovery that could dramatically change how the disease is detected and treated…
Kwara Nurses Join Nationwide Warning Strike Over Unmet Demands
by Nigerian News24 Correspondents The Kwara State Council of the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) has joined the nationwide one-week warning strike declared by the association’s national leadership. The…
Nigerian Medical Association Threatens Nationwide Strike as Ultimatum Nears Deadline
by Nigerian News24 Correspondents With its 21-day ultimatum set to expire on July 23, the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has warned it may shut down medical services across the country if the…
Buhari’s Death at UK’s Elite London Clinic Sparks Renewed Debate on Medical Tourism
by Nigerian News24 Correspondents London, UK – The London Clinic, one of the United Kingdom’s most prestigious private hospitals, has come under scrutiny following the death of Nigeria’s former President, Muhammadu Buhari,…
Trump Diagnosed with Benign Vein Condition Amid Questions Over Swelling and Bruising
by Nigerian News24 Correspondents WASHINGTON — Former President Donald Trump has been diagnosed with a long-term but non-serious vein condition, the White House confirmed Thursday, following growing speculation over visible swelling in…
Garba Shehu Confirms Buhari Receiving Treatment in UK, Says Former President Is Recovering Well
by Nigerian News24 Correspondents Garba Shehu, former Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, has confirmed that the former Nigerian leader is currently receiving medical treatment in the…
Loneliness Causes Over 870,000 Deaths Annually, WHO Warns
by Nigerian News24 Correspondents The World Health Organization (WHO) has revealed that loneliness is a growing global health crisis, contributing to at least 871,000 deaths each year. According to a report released…
Nigerian Doctor Makes History in U.S. with Unprecedented Residency Achievement
by Nigerian News24 Correspondents Dr. Timileyin Oluseyi, a Nigerian physician based in the United States, has made history by achieving a remarkable milestone that has resonated across Nigeria and the global Black…
Nigerian Healthcare Worker Jailed for Sexually Assaulting Patient in UK
by Nigerian News24 Correspondents A Nigerian healthcare worker, Adewale Kudabo, has been sentenced to 12 months in prison for sexually assaulting a female patient at York Hospital in the United Kingdom. According…
Dangote Urges Nigerians to End Medical Tourism, Calls for Local Drug Production
by Nigerian News24 Correspondents Chairman of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has called on Nigerians to end the practice of seeking medical treatment abroad, urging a shift toward producing pharmaceuticals locally. He made…
Public Health Expert Raises Alarm Over Sugary Drink Consumption in Nigeria
by Nigerian News24 Correspondents A public health expert has sounded the alarm over the growing health risks associated with the widespread consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) in Nigeria, warning of a looming…
Drama at Lokoja Hospital as Man Faints After Wife Delivers Triplets
by Nigerian News24 Correspondents A dramatic incident unfolded on Friday at the Federal University Teaching Hospital in Lokoja, Kogi State, when a man identified as Adamu Muhammed Tenimu reportedly fainted upon learning…
How Maintaining a Healthy Weight Helps Lower Blood Pressure.
by Nigerian News24 Correspondents Maintaining a healthy weight helps reduce blood pressure because excess body weight—especially fat around the abdomen—puts extra strain on the heart and blood vessels. Here’s how weight management…
Fight High Blood Pressure Naturally: 10 Lifestyle Changes That Work
by Nigerian News24 Correspondents High blood pressure (hypertension) is a serious health concern, but lifestyle changes can effectively manage it—sometimes even reducing or eliminating the need for medication. Here are 10 science-backed…
Mercy Johnson Reveals Thyroid Surgery and Lifelong Medication After Cancer Scare
by Nigerian News24 Correspondents Mercy Johnson Opens Up About Thyroid Surgery and Lifelong Medication After Cancer Scare Nollywood actress Mercy Johnson-Okojie has spoken publicly about a life-changing health scare, revealing she underwent…
FG Launches ‘Medipool’ to Cut Drug Costs and Boost Local Healthcare Supply.
By Nigerian News24 staff The Federal Government has introduced a new policy, Medipool, aimed at reducing the cost of medicines and other medical supplies for Nigerians. The decision was made during the…