Author: Helen Okechukwu

The Ondo State Police Command has announced the apprehension of two alleged child traffickers, Mr. Lukman Isiaka and Abosede Olanipekun, for stealing and selling an 18-month-old boy. This information shared via their X page on Saturday stated that the mother of the minor left her child in the custody of Mr. Isiaka’s sister, Olanipekun, fondly called Bose. In addition, Olanipekun left with the baby, disguising himself to buy biscuits, while Mr. Isiaka, who proposed a relationship earlier to the baby’s mother, lured her into Olukayode Plaza, a phone shop, pretending to purchase a phone for her. According to the disclosure,…

In this interview with New Daily Prime, Dr. Esther Wodi, a dentist with eight years of experience, currently practices at Rivers State University Teaching Hospital (RSUTH) and Sonabel Medical Centre in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The specialist shares her valuable insights on oral health protection. She warns that untreated tooth decay and pain can lead to severe consequences, including death, if neglected. Excerpts: New Daily Prime: Can you please explain what tooth decay is? Dr. Wodi: Tooth decay, also known as dental caries, the breakdown of the tooth enamel. The structure consists of crown, enamel and pulp. Normal bacteria in…

In addressing the issue of contraceptive drugs among Nigerian young girls, Dr. Stella Babatope, a Nigerian scientist, said that despite having health significance on consumers, abusing it leads to health consequences. She made this known in a press release disclosed on Thursday while emphasizing on the alarming rate of pharmaceutical drugs abuse young Nigerians. Due to the lack of knowledge on the effect while misused, Dr. Babatope urges for educational reform to tackle this rising issue. Explaining the function and benefit of contraceptive drugs when consumed, she said, “Improper use can have severe health consequences.” “These include hormonal dysregulation, weight…

Following the Kankara General Hospital attack by bandits in Kankara Local Government Area on Wednesday, Governor Dikko Radda has issued a stern warning to bandits and partners that such acts will not be tolerated by the state government. The Chief Press Secretary, Ibrahim Mohammed, on Thursday, noted this in documents shared with pressmen. Acknowledging the severity of the attack, he noted that those responsible, when found capable, will be punished by law. “There will be no safe haven for those who threaten our healthcare system.” Condemning the act on the health facility, the Katsina State Governor expressed sadness over the…

The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a warning over a possible outbreak of the deadly Marburg virus in north-western Tanzania, where at least eight people have died. WHO said over the last five days, nine suspected cases of Marburg virus were identified in the Kagera region. WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus on Tuesday via X stated, “We expect more cases in the coming days as disease surveillance improves. “Marburg virus disease is an infectious, severe, and often fatal disease caused by a filovirus.” Among affected patients are the healthcare workers who are closely monitored. Rapid response teams have been…

Nine people have died from a cholera outbreak in the Andoni and Akuku-Toru Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Rivers State. This was confirmed on Thursday by the Commissioner of Health, Dr. Adaeze Oreh, during a media conference. Dr. Oreh stated that three persons died in the Isiodun community of Andoni LGA while six died in Akuku-Toru LGA within 48 hours, raising the total number of suspected recorded cases to 41 on 13 January. She acknowledged that through the Ministry of Health, adequate measures have been put in place to tackle this issue. She said, “With the deepest sense of sympathy…

Alhaji Idris Adamu, the father of an abducted five-year-old boy, Mohammed Naziru, who was kidnapped by an unknown woman in the Iwaya area of Lagos, has cried out for help for the safe return of his son following the arrest of the woman. The incident occurred on January 10, when Naziru and his 8-year-old sister were heading home after attending Jumat prayers at a mosque in the Iwaya area of Lagos. The father of Naziru has expressed concern over the whereabouts of his son after the apprehension of the suspect by police from the Sabo Division. The woman claimed to…

The Lagos State Government has revealed that no fewer than 3.5 million children were vaccinated against measles while 20.3 million residents received vaccination for yellow fever in 2024. The revelation was made known by Dr. Abimbola Bowale, the Supervising Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Primary Healthcare Board, yesterday during a conference for November supplemental immunisation activities and the polio outbreak response. Reminiscing about the 2024 campaign held on 19 October, Dr. Bowale acknowledged that the campaign was a result of combined efforts and commitment from dedicated healthcare workers, partners, and Lagos people. He noted that the campaigner aimed to…

The Rivers State Police Command, through the Area Commander and Tactical Units, has been ordered to commence an investigation into the murder of a vigilante member, Mr. Precious Nnamdi, at Ahoada Town, in the Ahoada East Local Government Area (LGA). This gruesome murder of Mr. Nnamdi has sparked tensions in Ahoada Town. The police spokesperson, Grace Iringe-Koko, noted that the Commissioner of Police, Olugbenga Adepoju, has directed its team to fish out the perpetrators of this heinous act. Iringe-Koko stated, “Yes, I can confirm the incident. The victim was rushed to the hospital, where he was confirmed dead by the…

The Rivers State Police Command has recovered the lifeless body of the Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Rivers State Cassava Project Limited, Mr. Gibson Reuben, an expatriate from the Netherlands. The police spokesperson, Grace Iringe-Koko, said the deceased, Mr. Reuben, lost control and crashed into the river at Aleto Eleme Bridge while trying to evade a kidnapper’s attack from unknown gunmen at approximately 8:30 pm on Monday. Meanwhile, the white Toyota Hilux van he drove, also submerged in the river, was also recovered by Command’s Marine Unit. Iringe-Koko notes that the Mobile Police personnel who…