Author: Helen Okechukwu

To boost the healthcare system in Nigeria, the Federal Government (FG) and Adamawa government have recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the conversion and handover of two state hospitals into federal clinics. This was made known through the document signed by Deputy Director of Information and Public Relations, Alaba Balogun, on Monday, noting that Cottage Hospital Hong and General Hospital Mubi have been handed over to FG. The Honourable Coordinating Minister for Health & Social Welfare, Prof. Ali Pate, acknowledged the importance of the initiative, which aligned with the renewed hope agenda of President Bola Tinubu. Prof. Pate,…

As we grow older, relationships and intimacy often take on new dimensions; the need for connection and companionship remains deeply human. A 70-year-old man, Carlo Honest highlighted distinct but equally poignant challenges faced by individuals navigating love, intimacy, and desire in later life. The Dilemma of Dating at 70 With a thin line of complexities in relationships after about 20-year of being divorced with his wife, he recently found love again. He shared his struggle amidst the joy of being in love as a heart condition left him impotent due to medication. While he had resigned himself to a life…

Many individuals have the belief that drinking beer frequently causes health damage in humans, whereas some are of the opinion that consuming a little beer has health benefits for consumers. Beer is one of the most popular alcoholic beverages consumed globally and this question is usually asked around us: Is beer good for you? Most studies have suggested that a light-to-moderate approach is recommended for consumers because of the health implications for humans when highly consumed. Excessive intake has been attributed to health diseases and complications among women and men, such as cancer, fertility issues, liver failure, etc. While some…

The founder of the Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ) and Editor-in-Chief, Fisayo Soyombo, has regained freedom after three day in detention. The fIJ confirmed that the founder that was detained by the Nigerian Army (NA) for three days has been set free. The New Daily Prime reported that Soyombo, the publisher of FIJ, was detained by the Nigerian Army’s 6 Division in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The Nigerian Army earlier, in a release, said he was under investigation under the allegation of illegal oil theft. However, the NA described his location as unlawful, whereas FIJ debunked the claim as a…

By Helen Okechukwu The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has announced the apprehension of five trans-border gunrunners and recovery of arms. The police spokesperson, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, made this known on Friday via his X page, acknowledging the NPF’s unwavering commitment to ensuring a conducive environment for all citizens of Nigeria. Adejobi elaborated that the security team is working tirelessly to prevent and combat all forms of crime and criminality. Announcing the apprehension by the operatives of the FID-IRT, the alleged five suspects include Adamu Noma, Matthew Audu, Andrew Poyi, Aminu Sani, and Aminu Talha, all males. He said, during the search…

The Geneva Learning Foundation (TGLF), in collaboration with the RBM Partnership to End Malaria (RBM), has announced its move to empower community health workers to tackle the malaria surge globally. The initiative aims to improve the role of community health workers with a platform to impact knowledge of fighting against malaria in burden countries like Nigeria by using the approach Teach to Reach 11. Also, the initiative seeks to ensure that local experiences influence global actions. The programme, Teach to Reach 11, is scheduled to hold from December 5-6, 2024, and will focus on local health workers in malaria-prone areas.…

A 26-year-old commercial banker, Ndulaka Okwudili, and two other suspects, Ifeanyi Nnamani and Philip Ozogwu, aged 44, have been arraigned in the Enugu North District Magistrate Court for the alleged theft of N4 million. Okwudili and Nnamani were remanded in custody, and Ozogwu was granted bail. The case file has been forwarded to the Attorney General of Enugu State for legal review. The three suspects were alleged to have conspired to withdraw huge sums of money after using the identity of an Australia-based Nigerian, Mba Ndukwe. The force spokesperson, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), Daniel Ndukwe, in a statement dated…

Scabies is a highly contagious skin infection that affects the human body with traces of rashes after being infected. It is categorized as a skin condition caused by Sarcoptes scabiei var hominis, birthing discomfort, which leads to intense itching. When this skin condition is left untreated, scabies can spread rapidly among individuals in close contact, making it crucial to understand its symptoms, transmission, treatment, and prevention. In 2023, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced that at least 200 million people suffer from scabies worldwide at any one time and 400 million people per year, leaving children the most vulnerable victims…

…165m urgently need preventive treatment The Federal Ministry of Health revealed that 200 million Nigerians are burdened with the risk of Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs), with about 165 million people seeking preventive treatment. This came shortly after an advocacy meeting held with the 36 States Commissioners for Health and FCT Minister of Health, Dr. Iziaq Salako, on Wednesday. Dr. Salako stressed the urgent need for coordinated action to combat NTDs, underscoring it as a pressing challenge in Nigeria that is linked to poverty, poor sanitation, and unsafe water. In line with the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) NTD Roadmap 2021–2030 global…

The Anambra State Police Command has announced the successful rescue of two female victims, ages 15 and 19, who were abducted following a social media relationship. The statement revealed that the victims were said to have been held hostage after being lured by a 19-year-old male, Ifechukwu Ibesimako, a native of Aboji Village, Oba, along with three other accomplices. On 27 November, at 11:54 am, the security men attached to the Oba Police Divisional Headquarters of the Idemili South Local Government Area apprehended the kidnapper along with his three accomplices after the sum of N200 thousand was paid as ransom.…