Archives for HEALTH/EDUCATION - Page 2
Mirror Newspaper Takes Lead on Salt Consumption Debate, Celebrates Nigeria’s Silent Heroes
BY NGOZI ONYEAKUSI In a renewed effort to promote public health awareness and recognise outstanding but often overlooked contributors to national development, The Mirror Newspaper has announced plans to host…
World Cancer Day 2026: AAN President, Dr. Bamishe, Calls for Free Skin Cancer Treatment, Inclusive Health Care for Persons with Albinism
BY NGOZI ONYEAKUSI Dr Bamishe, AAN President As the global community commemorates World Cancer Day on February 4 under the theme “United by Unique” (part of the 2025–2027 global campaign)…
Alleged medical negligence: Sanwo-Olu orders probe into Chimamanda Adichie’s son’s death
The Lagos State Government has ordered an immediate and comprehensive investigation into the alleged medical negligence that reportedly led to the death of Nkanu, the son of renowned Nigerian author,…
CIAPS Celebrates Top Achievers, Graduates 37 Professionals
BY NGOZI ONYEAKUSI In a sustained effort geared towards recognising notable achievement in leadership and unwavering commitment to excellence, the Commonwealth Institute of Advanced and Professional Studies (CIAPS) has…
FUTA VICE CHANCELLOR ENJOINS FRESH STUDENTS TO UPHOLD TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE
BY NGOZI ONYEAKUSI The Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology Akure FUTA Professor Adenike Oladiji has charged newly admitted students to uphold the spirit and tradition of excellence and…
Fidelity Bank Promotes Quality Education in Mushin, Lagos
BY NGOZI ONYEAKUSI L-R: Ahmed Adebisi, Member, Eminence Inductees Class of 2025, Fidelity Bank Plc; Victoria Abuka, Team Lead, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Fidelity Bank Plc; Folasade Kasunmu, Vice Principal,…
Awba-Ofemili Health Committee donates 7 First Aid boxes to schools
…as Nweke donates books, Red Cross partners on school health The Awba-Ofemili Development Union (ADU), through its Health Committee, has donated First Aid boxes to seven schools in Awba-Ofemili, Awka…
The trouble with Nigeria’s healthcare system
Dr Michael Owhoko By Michael Owhoko, The quality of a country’s healthcare system is a mirror image of its leaders’ commitment to citizens’ health. Countries like Singapore, Japan, South Korea…
Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Roche Partners with Health Writers to amplify Awareness.
BY NGOZI ONYEAKUSI In observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Roche Nigeria has partnered with the Health Writers’ Association of Nigeria (HEWAN) to enhance public education and media reporting on…
Prioritising Eye Health in Nigeria on World Sight Day 2025
By Dr Elizabeth Eromosele () "The eyes are the window to the soul," is a popular statement. The truth is that the eyes are also the window to education, productivity,…
