Author: Helen Okechukwu

Experts have sought that male health workers should be given licences to conduct mammograms on patients in order to address the national staff shortage. Although this move has already attracted political mixed reactions. The Society of Radiographers (SoR) explained that a mammogram is a breast-screening examination reserved exclusively for female staff. Mammograms are carried out on patients to identify tiny cancers which are not visible to the eyes or can’t be felt. During the SoR annual delegates’ conference in London, suggestions were raised: “The role of a mammographer is to have technical expertise operating imaging equipment, proficiency in understanding anatomy,…

For partners navigating the long journey of life together, the occasional argument might seem like a sign of trouble—but experts increasingly argue that healthy conflict can actually be the key to a stronger, more resilient relationship. While celebrity couple George and Amal Clooney recently made headlines with their claim of nearly 12 years of marriage without a single argument, therapists say such friction-free unions are the rare exception, not the rule—and possibly not even ideal. “People are drawn into thinking that lots of conflict is a sign that there’s something wrong with a relationship, and an absence of conflict means…

A new study revealed that the huge number of death recorded in United Kingdom (UK) may be as a result of consuming ultra-processed foods (UPFs). UPFs are food product that contains various and additives ingredients not typically found in home such as ice cream, processed meats, crisps, mass-produced bread, some breakfast cereals, biscuits, and fizzy drinks. Due to health issues that come after the excessive consumption of UPFs, such as obesity, heart disease, and cancer, including death, experts in the study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine urged the government to issue recommendations on the consumption of UPFs.…

The spokesperson of Anambra State Police Command, Tochukwu Ikenga, on Tuesday revealed the arrest of Ewulu Chikwo, 35, a suspect who was allegedly involved in the murder of a policewoman in 2022. Ikenga said the criminal attack that led to the gruesome murder of security officer Inspector Stella Maris occurred at Ukpor Divisional Police Headquarters. Read Also: Lagos Police debunk claims of Boko Haram arrest The suspect who is a native of Osumoghu Isieke Village, Ihiala Local Government Area (LGA), said to have confessed to the crime and also a member of the Proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). According…

This was during a courtesy visit at the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) headquarters in Abuja on Monday.

Adefowora Abiodun, who was declared wanted among five others for promoting the cryptocurrency trading platform, Crypto Bridge Exchange (Cbex), has voluntarily turned himself in to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for investigation. He was said to have reported at the anti-graft agency on Monday. This followed the ruling and approval of Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja last Thursday to arrest the six promoters pending the conclusion of investigations and possible prosecution. Six promoters were declared wanted by the EFCC over a suspected $1 billion investment fraud. Around 4:00 p.m., Abiodun, one of the…

Tragedy struck in Anambra State on Sunday night as the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) confirmed that eight people had lost their lives and six others were injured in a horrific road accident. 

The Federal Government (FG) has announced plans to set up Empower Academy Nigeria, a specialized hub aimed at strengthening local pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing. Prof. Muhammad Pate, the coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, announced the initiative on Sunday, calling it a major step under President Bola Tinubu’s healthcare industrialization agenda. The academy, developed through a partnership with Empower School of Health, Geneva, aims to help Nigeria produce at least 70% of its pharmaceuticals and a significant share of its vaccines locally by 2030. Read Also: FG reaffirm commitment to tackling insecurity in Benue It will also close…

The Lagos Neighborhood Safety Corps (LNSC) has apprehended Oseni Sulaimon, 49, for allegedly abusing his 16-year-old daughter, Rashidat Oseni, over phone possession. The assault was said to have occurred at Apple Street, Magbon, Imeke, Lagos State. Following a distress call received by Corps Superintendent of LNSC, Olorunda Command, at 06:54 hrs on Saturday from residents, a team of officers arrived at the scene. Upon arrival, Rashidat’s father had fled the scene to evade arrest. Read Also:  LASG evokes Child Right Act against teacher for assaulting toddler The 16-year-old victim, who sustained injuries as a result of the physical abuse, was…

Ondo State doctor along with two men, Adebowale Adegboye and Idowu Akinseye, has been remanded to prison for allegedly procuring an abortion and raping a 10-year-old girl.