The National Coordinator of the Presidential Initiative for Unlocking the Healthcare Value Chain, Dr. Abdu Mukhtar, has revealed that Nigeria currently imports approximately 99 per cent of its medical devices,…
The Nigerian government has unveiled a strategic 10-year roadmap aimed at transforming neurological healthcare nationwide through targeted policy reforms, infrastructure investment, and cross-sector collaboration.
Speaking at the inaugural Africa Neurological…
The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) is set to commence local production of NHIA-branded medications through a strategic partnership with pharmaceutical companies, a move aimed at improving access to quality…
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a strict two-week ultimatum to medicine dealers operating in Idumota (Lagos), Onitsha, and Aba to register with…
Nigerian e-health startup NucleusIS has announced its rebranding to RIGO Incorporated, marking a significant shift in its strategic direction and product offering. The move reflects the company’s broader ambition to…
Nigeria: NCDC Raises Nationwide Alert Over Cholera, Yellow Fever, and Dengue Amid Rising Flood Risks
As Nigeria’s flood season intensifies, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has issued a nationwide public health alert warning of a heightened risk of waterborne and mosquito-borne…
In a significant move to address Nigeria’s persistent immunisation gaps, lawmakers from Bauchi, Borno, Kano, and Sokoto States have unveiled a coordinated legislative agenda to reduce the number of zero-dose…
The Enugu State Government has commenced the development of Annual Operational Plans (AOPs) designed to guide its 2026 health sector budget. This move is aligned with the Nigeria Health Sector…
The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially recommended the global adoption of lenacapavir (LEN), a long-acting injectable drug that offers biannual protection against HIV, marking a significant leap forward in…