By Ayomide Otitoju The Edo State Government has officially declared a dengue fever outbreak, with 86 confirmed cases across several local government areas, Commissioner for Health Dr. Cyril Oshiomhole announced at a press briefing in Benin City on Friday. “While the number of deaths is under verification, the trend is worrisome and requires decisive, collective…
By Ayomide Otitoju Dr. Lilong Wellness Center, International a leading advocate of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), is expanding its impact in Nigeria’s alternative healthcare space, offering free daily health checks and specialized fertility treatments. Located at 167 Iju Ishaga Road, Fagba Bus Stop, beside Union Bank in Lagos, the center is leveraging over two decades…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Spanish Agency for International Development Cooperation (AECID) and the World Health Organization (WHO) have signed a new agreement formalizing a €5.25 million contribution from Spain to support critical WHO initiatives. Announced on Friday, the funding was welcomed by WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, who commended Spain for its continued support…
By Ayomide Otitoju The World Health Organization (WHO) has published its first position paper on immunization strategies to protect infants against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), a major cause of acute lower respiratory infections in children globally. The paper, released in the Weekly Epidemiological Record (WER), outlines WHO’s official recommendations for the use of two immunization…
By Ayomide Otitoju The World Health Organization (WHO) has unveiled a bronze sculpture titled Shape of Space, a gift from the government of the Republic of Croatia, during a formal ceremony at WHO headquarters in Geneva. Created by renowned Croatian artist Ivan Kožarić, the sculpture pays tribute to health and care workers worldwide and honours…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) have revised their joint Continental Response Plan for mpox, amid the continued spread of the viral disease across new regions in Africa and beyond. The updated strategy aims to intensify outbreak control efforts, expand vaccination coverage,…
By Ayomide Otitoju The NNPC Foundation Ltd/Gte, the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) arm of NNPC Ltd., has launched three major initiatives to enhance healthcare, education, and agriculture across Nigeria. The programs, which include free cataract surgeries, STEM education support, and agricultural training for farmers, reflect NNPC Ltd.’s commitment to improving lives and fostering national development….
By Ayomide Otitoju The NNPC Ltd/FIRST E & P Joint Venture (JV) has carried out its 2025 health outreach program across eleven KEFFESO communities in Bayelsa State, reinforcing its commitment to improving healthcare access for residents. According to Olufemi O. Soneye, Chief Corporate Communications Officer of NNPC Ltd, the initiative is part of the company’s…
By Ayomide Otitoju In a significant move, the World Health Organization (WHO) and its partners have activated the Global Health Emergency Corps (GHEC) for the first time to assist countries facing outbreaks of mpox. This initiative aims to enhance the response to health emergencies and foster collaboration among nations and health emergency networks. Established in…