The Federal Government has launched a nationwide campaign to screen one million newborns by 2030 as part of efforts to reduce Nigeria’s high rate of child mortality through the early detection and treatment of congenital disorders. The initiative, themed **”Every Baby Deserves a Healthy Start in Life: Advancing Early Detection,”** was launched in Lagos by…
Medical experts have warned that the growing culture of self-medication in Nigeria is contributing to a rise in liver-related diseases, with indiscriminate use of drugs and herbal remedies putting millions of Nigerians at risk of irreversible liver damage. The warning was issued during a webinar titled **”The Hidden Costs of Self-Medication on Liver Health,”** organised…
The Chairman of the National Health Facilities Regulatory Agency (NHFRA) Establishment Committee, Dr. Richardson Ajayi, has defended the proposed National Health Facilities Regulatory Agency Bill, arguing that Nigeria’s healthcare system remains dangerously under-regulated because health facilities are not subject to a unified national safety framework. Ajayi’s defence comes in response to a petition by the…
No fewer than 736 children living with sickle cell disorder in Kano State have received up to nine months’ supply of essential medications as part of a comprehensive national Integrated Health Intervention Programme launched to improve the prevention and management of the disease. The initiative, organised by the Sickle Cell Foundation Nigeria (SCFN) to mark…
In today’s digital age, fame no longer begins with a record deal, blockbuster film or television appearance. More often, it starts with a smartphone and a moment of authenticity that resonates with millions. For Nigerian content creator Mirabel Ehi Akugbe, popularly known as Pepperbody, that defining moment came unexpectedly through a simple TikTok video. Born…
Leading musicians, filmmakers, investors, policymakers and creative entrepreneurs have called for stronger collaboration, increased investment and deeper cultural exchange across Africa to unlock the full potential of the continent’s creative economy. The call was made on Tuesday during the Africa Music Business Conference held in Casablanca, Morocco, as part of activities leading to the 2026…
“I Want a Family,’ Singer Speed Darlington Laments Being Unmarried Controversial Nigerian singer and rapper Darlington Okoye, popularly known as Speed Darlington or Akpi, has expressed regret over remaining unmarried and childless, saying he longs for a family as he grows older. In a recent video shared online, the entertainer reflected on his personal life,…
Kaduna-born writer, painter and cultural entrepreneur Suchet Baba has underscored the need for Northern Nigeria to tell its own stories through art, literature and creative expression, saying authentic narratives are essential to preserving the region’s cultural identity and challenging long-standing stereotypes. Baba, founder and festival director of Arts and Vibes, has dedicated her work to…
Stella Maris Okafor, widow of late Nollywood actor John Okafor, popularly known as Mr Ibu, has dismissed allegations that she secretly sold her late husband’s property and kept the proceeds. Speaking in a video interview with content creator King Mitchy, Stella Maris said the property was sold legally and in line with a court order,…
The Bayelsa State Ministry of Education has announced the commencement of the 2025/2026 Annual School Census and Learners Registration Exercise across the state’s eight local government areas. According to a government special announcement signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Mr. Okene Simon-Peter, the exercise will run from Monday, June 29 to Wednesday, July…
