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Traditional ruler urges specialist hospitals to curb medical tourism
By Aderogba George The traditional ruler of Garki, Alhaji Usman Ngakupi, has urged the West African College of Physicians (WACP) to partner with governments and private investors to establish specialised tertiary hospitals to curb medical tourism. Ngakupi, Chairman of the Garki Chiefdom Traditional Council in the FCT, made the call on Saturday during a medical outreach organised as part of the College’s 50th Annual General Scientific Meeting (AGSM).
Gbagyi nation urged to embrace unity, promote cultural identity
By Aderogba George The Gbagyi people have been urged to embrace unity, preserve their cultural identity and pursue formal education to strengthen their participation in politics and leadership. Dr Theophilus Tanko, a keynote speaker, made the call at the second edition of the Most Influential Gbagyi in Nigeria (MIGIN) Awards and Magazine ceremony on Saturday in Abuja.
WACP marks 50 years of specialist medical training in West Africa
By Aderogba George The West African College of Physicians (WACP) says it has trained thousands of doctors and developed standards for specialist medical training in West Africa in its 50 years of existence. The President of the College, Dr Mamadou-Mourtalla Ka, said this at a news conference in Abuja on Saturday as part of activities marking the College’s golden jubilee.
FCT directs health facilities to strengthen Ebola preparedness
By Aderogba George The FCT Health Services and Environment Secretariat has directed public and private health facilities to strengthen infection prevention and control measures and maintain a high index of suspicion for Ebola virus disease. The Mandate Secretary of the Secretariat, Dr Adedolapo Fasawe, gave the directive at a news conference in Abuja on Friday. She urged health facilities to strengthen screening and triage procedures and designate isolation areas for suspected cases.
Association urges FCTA to recruit 7,000 nurses, improve welfare
By Aderogba George The National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) has urged the FCT Administration to recruit at least 7,000 nurses and midwives into its secondary healthcare facilities to address manpower shortages. The National President of NANNM, Mr Haruna Mamman, made the call at the 2026 International Nurses Week celebration organised by the FCT Council of the association on Friday in Abuja.
Senator Faduyile Urges Hospitals to Act on Doctor Burnout
Senator Francis Faduyile has called for better doctors' welfare, confidential health support and safer duty schedules at the NMA FCT Physicians' Week in Abuja. SN How Streamline reports this story Build your reading streak0/3 today·Counts at 25% No sign-in required. Choose up to two. This captures your response to the story—it is not a vote on whether the reporting is true. 1 source reference Sources linked in this article’s evidence ledger.
2027: Tinubu re-election group inaugurates national, zonal coordinators
By Aderogba George The Asiwaju Re-election Frontiers (ARF), a political support group, has inaugurated its national and zonal coordinators to strengthen mobilisation for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027. The National Coordinator of ARF and South-West Coordinator, Amb. Olasimbo Akinyele, said this at a news conference on Monday in Abuja.
Nigeria loses $2bn to medical tourism annually – Hospital CEO
Caption: Dr Charles Ugwuanyi, Chief Consultant Neurosurgeon and CEO, Wellington Hospital, Abuja By Aderogba George Abuja :Nigeria loses two billion dollars annually to medical tourism, Dr Charles Ugwuanyi, the Chief Executive Officer of Wellington Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, Abuja, has said. Ugwuanyi said this on Monday in Abuja, at a news conference to mark the hospital’s 15 years of providing neurological and neurosurgical services in the country.
Enugu Corps member’s death not caused by substandard medicines – NAFDAC
Health Enugu Corps member’s death not caused by substandard medicines – NAFDAC The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has debunked the news making rounds that a Corp member whose death occured in Enugu died of effects of substandard and falsified medicines. This is contained in a statement by the Director-General of the agency, Prof Mojisola Adeyeye, in Abuja on Friday.
Centre to train stakeholders ahead of 2027 elections
By Aderogba George Abuja, The Human Resources Development Centre (HRDC), University of Lagos, says it will hold a national workshop to sensitise political party agents, security personnel and other stakeholders ahead of the 2027 general elections. Chief Ben Onwudinjo, Programme Coordinator, HRDC, said this in a statement made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday. Onwudinjo said the six-day programme would run in four batches from Oct. 26 to Nov.
NAFDAC reveals findings on Ondo killer herbal concoction
By Aderogba George The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has revealed its findings on the locally prepared alcoholic and herbal concoctions which killed 48 people in Ondo State with 182 others critically ill. NAFDAC Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye revealed the findings in a statement she issued in Abuja on Friday.
NAFDAC unveils 600 pharmacists for drug regulation
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has unveiled 600 pharmacists to strengthen drug regulation nationwide. The initiative is part of efforts to combat substandard and falsified medicines, unwholesome food, and other public health risks across Nigeria and its communities The agency’s Resident Media Consultant, Mr Olusayo Akintola, said this in a statement issued in Abuja on Sunday, quoting Director-General Prof.
Contractor owed over N1billion by FG dies heartbroken, colleagues send SOS
News Express | 6th Sep 2026 | 106 The Guardian photo shows burial of the heartbroken FG contractor The Guardian photo shows burial of the heartbroken FG contractor By ADEROGBA GEORGE The All Indigenous Contractors Association of Nigeria (AICAN) has urged the Federal Government to urgently address outstanding payments owed local contractors for completed projects.
NMA raises alarm harassment of health workers
By Aderogba George The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has cautioned Nigerians against harassing or intimidating healthcare workers, emphasising that medical personnel should not be blamed for every death recorded in hospitals. Prof. Afekhide-Ernest Omoti, President of the association, said this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja on Wednesday, noting that a legal framework now existed to address such acts.
Deleject needles safe for use- NAFDAC
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has cleared Deleject Disposable Needles for use, saying they are safe and meet applicable quality requirements. Mr Fraden Bitrus, NAFDAC Director, Post-Marketing Surveillance, said this at a news conference in Abuja on Friday.
FCTA begins free hydrocele surgeries in Abuja
```html id="s7wthc" ``` By Aderogba George Abuja: The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) on Friday commenced free hydrocele surgeries for affected residents across the six Area Councils. Dr Teresa Nwachukwu, Director, FCT Public Health Department, said the intervention would provide access to surgical care for people who could not afford the cost of treatment.
NAFDAC to strengthen regulation of blood, blood product for public health safety
News Express | 14th Aug 2026 | 11 NAFDAC Director-General, Prof Mojisola Adeyeye NAFDAC Director-General, Prof Mojisola Adeyeye By ADEROGBA GEORGE The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) says it is strengthening its regulatory framework for blood and blood products in Nigeria for public health safety.
SGBV: Three jailed for life as NAPTIP secures 20 convictions
By Aderogba George The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) said three life imprisonments were the over 20 convictions for Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) offences it has secured this year. The agency also said it also rescued over 3,000 Sexual and Gender-Based Violence victims during the period. Mr Vincent Adekoye, Head of Press and Public Relations Unit, NAPTIP, disclosed this in an interview on Monday in Abuja.
Youth leaders postpone anti-xenophobia protest
News Express | 5th Aug 2026 | 50 By ADEROGBA GEORGE The Forum of National Youth Leaders of All Political Parties in Nigeria (FNYLPPN) has postponed its planned protest over reported xenophobic attacks on Nigerians in South Africa. The Forum, in a statement issued on Wednesday by its Chairman, Mr Eze Chukwu, said the decision followed consultations with relevant stakeholders. The statement said the decision also followed an engagement with the Department of State Services (DSS) on Tuesday.
NAPTIP warns of rising online scams linked to human trafficking
News Express | 22nd Jul 2026 | 68 Director-General of NAPTIP, Hajiya Binta Adamu-Bello Director-General of NAPTIP, Hajiya Binta Adamu-Bello By ADEROGBA GEORGE The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has raised concerns over the growing use of digital platforms, fake job offers and online scams to recruit and exploit trafficking victims.
2027: Revisit your choice of running mate, group tells Atiku
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Contractors urge FG to settle debts, prioritise members’ welfare
News Express | 3rd Jul 2026 | 112 AICAN National President, Mr Jackson Nwosu AICAN National President, Mr Jackson Nwosu By ADEROGBA GEORGE The National President of the All Indigenous Contractors Association of Nigeria (AICAN), Mr Jackson Nwosu, has called on the Federal Government to urgently clear outstanding payments owed to contractors.
Indigenous contractors urge Wike to pay certified contracts
News Express | 2nd Jun 2026 | 86 By ADEROGBA GEORGE The Association of Indigenous Contractors of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has appealed to the Minister of the FCT, Mr Nyesom Wike, to approve payment of outstanding certified contracts executed under the National Shopping procurement framework. The association made the appeal in a statement signed by its Chairman, Mr Ehuwa Adebola, in Abuja on Tuesday.
Two Abuja security guards bag life jail over serial rape of girl for 6 years
By Aderogba George Two Abuja security Guards, James Sule, 30 and Adamu Yau, 25 have been jailed for life over serial rape of a girl for six years. The convicts who began to rape the girl when she was six were handed life imprisonment, without the option of fine, by Justice S.M. Mayana of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court 46, Apo, Abuja. The victim was constantly raped when she was six years old in 2016 till 2022, when she was 12 years when the matter was reported.
Stop relying on immediate financial gratification, Minister urges youths
The Minister of youths development, Mr Ayodele Olawande, has urged Nigerian youths to stop relying on ”immediate financial” gratification to long-term nation-building. Olawande made the call in Abuja on Sunday at a meeting with the national youth leaders of all political parties, known as the Forum of National Youth Leaders of All Political Parties in Nigeria (FNYLPPN), and a hangout with Journalist.
FG implementing strategic initiatives to improve maternal, child health – Pate
The Federal Government is implementing strategic initiatives, including the Maternal and Neonatal Mortality Reduction Innovation and Initiative (MAMII) in 33 states, to reduce mortality through community-driven solutions, improved primary healthcare, and better access to emergency care. Prof Ali Pate, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, made this known at an event to celebrate the International Day of the Midwife 2026.
NAFDAC presents 7-year scorecard, signs Africa medicines treaty
The Director-General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, on Tuesday presented the agency’s seven-year scorecard, highlighting reforms in food and drug regulation. Adeyeye also unveiled Nigeria’s treaty with the African Medicines Agency (AMA), aimed at strengthening regulatory systems and curbing substandard and falsified products across Africa.
ADC crises: Kachikwu hails nullification of congresses, plans national convention
Politics Published By Ayorinde Oluokun Date 29th April, 2026 Kachikwu and some state chairpersons of ADC Quick Read Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court, Abuja, on Wednesday nullified the congresses and convention conducted by a faction led by former Senate President, David Mark.
NMA delegates suspend president, appoint caretaker committee
News Express | 23rd Apr 2026 | 49 Suspended NMA National President, Prof Bala Audu Suspended NMA National President, Prof Bala Audu By ADEROGBA GEORGE The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) on Wednesday suspended its National President, Prof. Bala Audu, over alleged violation of the association’s constitution. The decision was taken at an Emergency Delegates Meeting (EDM) in Abuja, attended by 63 members, including chairmen and secretaries from 23 states and the Federal Capital Territory.
NMA members seek fairness, clarity in electoral process
Some members of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) have called for greater clarity and fairness in the association’s electoral process. The call follows the disqualification of six aspirants from the forthcoming national elections scheduled to hold in Kano. The members, including some of the affected aspirants, made the call at a news conference on Wednesday in Abuja, where they expressed concern over the interpretation of nomination requirements used during the screening exercise.
Presidency inaugurates ‘Save Our Mothers’ campaign, appoints state ambassadors
News Express | 16th Apr 2026 | 61 SSA to the President on Womens Health, Dr Adanna Steinacker SSA to the President on Womens Health, Dr Adanna Steinacker By ADEROGBA GEORGE Dr Adanna Steinacker, Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Women’s Health, on Wednesday inaugurated the ‘RenewHER Save Our Mothers’ campaign in Abuja. The initiative aims to strengthen maternal health advocacy and outcomes across the country.
Pate inaugurates electronic pharmacy regulation platform
By Aderogba George The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Ali Pate has said the Electronic Pharmacy Regulation Platform (E-Pharmacy) championed by the Pharmacy Council of Nigeria (PCN) signified Nigeria’s commitment to building a world-class regulatory environment. Pate said this while inaugurating the platform designed to regulate digital pharmaceutical services and improve public health outcomes on Friday in Abuja.
NAFDAC inaugurates 24-hour call centre
News Express | 28th Mar 2026 | 50 By ADEROGBA GEORGE The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has partnered with Interra Networks Ltd to strengthen its regulatory activities. Speaking during the inauguration, NAFDAC Director-General, Mojisola Adeyeye, said the call centre would benefit not only the agency but Nigerians at large.
FCTA clarifies mandate on public, environmental health regulations
News Express | 20th Mar 2026 | 31 By ADEROGBA GEORGE The Health Services and Environment Secretariat of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has clarified its mandate on public and environmental health regulations in the nation’s capital. The clarification is contained in a statement obtained from Mr Idris Suleiman, a legal officer of the FCTA attached to the Public Health Department.
NAFDAC boss urges greater investment in women, children
The Director-General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Mojisola Adeyeye, has appealed for increased investment in the well-being of women and children to build a healthier Nigeria. Adeyeye made the appeal during the agency’s 2026 International Women’s Day celebration in Abuja, themed “Give to Gain,” organised to recognise the contributions of NAFDAC staff, particularly women.
Ex-presidential candidate urges inclusive democracy
Dr Adewole Adebayo, the Social Democratic Party (SDP) presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, has called for policies that strengthen citizens’ participation in Nigeria’s democratic process. Adebayo made the call at an Iftar (Breaking of fast) hosted in Abuja on Thursday by his wife, Princess Lillian Adebayo, with politicians and media practitioners reflecting on Ramadan’s values and their relevance to leadership.
Court restrains AMAC from regulating food vendors in Abuja
News Express | 13th Mar 2026 | 19 By ADEROGBA GEORGE An FCT High Court has restrained the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) from issuing demand notices, medical certificates of fitness, or conducting training and screening of food handlers in the Federal Capital Territory. Justice Samira Bature gave the order in a ruling in suit No. FCT/HC/CV/983/2022 involving Dunes Investment and Global Services Ltd, AMAC and the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA).
Inside story of Gombe varsity student who survives on liquids for 21 years
At 21, Sammy Samaila has never eaten solid food, yet he walks to class every day, studies sociology, and quietly navigates university life with determination. While other students grab rice, bread and other snacks between lectures, Samaila, a 400-level Sociology student at Gombe State University, survives entirely on liquids, sometimes carried in a flask to lectures.
NAFDAC seals 18 warehouses over expired food products in Niger
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) said it sealed 18 warehouses in Bida, following the discovery of large quantities of expired food and beverage products. A statement by the agency’s Resident Media Consultant, Mr Olusayo Akintola, said that the warehouses were located around Ndazabo White House along Minna Road, behind Bida Modern Market in Niger state.
NAPTIP reaffirms rights-based approach to anti-trafficking fight
The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has reaffirmed its commitment to a rights-based response to trafficking and violence nationwide. The Director-General of NAPTIP, Hajia Binta Adamu-Bello, made the pledge on Tuesday at the second steering meeting of the Trafficking in Persons and Violence Against Persons project.
Imo first lady calls for increased cancer treatment funding
The First Lady of Imo and Chairperson of First Ladies Against Cancer, Mrs Chioma Uzodinma, has called for an upward review of the cancer treatment support fund to ease the financial burden on vulnerable patients. Uzodinma made the call on Tuesday in Abuja at a symposium to commemorate the 2026 International Day Against Cancer, organised by Project Pink Blue (PPB), a cancer treatment-focused non-governmental organisation.
23 Nigerian youths trafficked to Thailand repatriated, recount ordeals
By Aderogba George The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) says it has rescued and repatriated 23 Nigerian youths suspected to be victims of human trafficking from Thailand. This was disclosed in a statement signed by the Head, Press and Public Relations Unit of the agency, Mr Vincent Adekoye, and made available to newsmen on Wednesday in Abuja.
ADC holds medical outreach ahead of Feb. 21 council polls
News Express | 10th Feb 2026 | 24 By ADEROGBA GEORGE The African Democratic Congress (ADC), Kubwa Ward, Bwari Area Council of the FCT, has concluded a medical outreach in Kubwa and Dakwa communities. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the outreach was convened by Mr Ayuba Adam, ADC councillorship aspirant for Kubwa Ward, and supported by the campaign organisation of Dr Patrick Ezie, a House of Representatives aspirant.
FCT contractors cry out over N5.2bn debt, beg Wike to pay
News Express | 29th Jan 2026 | 63 FCTA contractors addressing press conference on Wenesday FCTA contractors addressing press conference on Wenesday By ADEROGBA GEORGE Contractors handling Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), projects have appealed to the Minister, Mr Nyesom Wike, to pay the over N5.2 billion they claim the administration owes them.
Christian leaders gather in Abuja for ‘Call2All Nigerians’ conference
News Express | 23rd Jan 2026 | 42 By ADEROGBA GEORGE A Christian group, Great Commission, has organised a four-day conference tagged “Call2All Nigerians” to promote moral values among young Nigerians and safeguard them for future generations. The group said the Call2All Congress was founded by Dr Mark Anderson, a United States-based evangelist and teacher, who also worked with the team that established Youth With a Mission (YWAM).
Doctor advises Nigerians on daily habit to guard against non-communicable diseases
News Express | 12th Jan 2026 | 89 Inauguration of the Nuparadigm Health Foundation Inauguration of the Nuparadigm Health Foundation By ADEROGBA GEORGE A Nigerian doctor, Omolara Olagunju, has advised Nigerians on daily habits to guard against Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs). Olagunju, who is also a paediatrician, gave the advice in Abuja at the inauguration of her foundation tagged “Nuparadigm Health Foundation”. She described NCDs as the most killer diseases in the country.
Group backs impeachment move against Fubara
News Express | 10th Jan 2026 | 50 By ADEROGBA GEORGE A civil society group, Vanguard for Democracy and Peace, has described the ongoing impeachment move against Rivers Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, as constitutional. The group said the action by the Rivers State House of Assembly was a lawful response to alleged breaches of the 1999 Constitution.
Resident doctors demand reinstatement of sacked colleagues
News Express | 10th Jan 2026 | 19 National Association of Resident Doctors NARD logo National Association of Resident Doctors NARD logo By ADEROGBA GEORGE The North-Central caucus of the Association of Resident Doctors (ARD), on Friday, demanded the immediate reinstatement of their colleagues sacked from the Federal Teaching Hospital (FTH), Lokoja, Kogi.
Kachikwu urges people-centred approach to Tax reforms
Former Presidential Candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Mr Dumebi Kachikwu, has urged the Federal Government to adopt a people- centred approach in the implementation of proposed tax reforms. In a New Year message to Nigerians on Wednesday, Kachikwu said the season traditionally offers an opportunity for reflection, renewed commitments and hope for a better future.
FG moves to regulate online pharmacy services
The Federal Government, alongside other stakeholders in the health sector on Monday in Abuja inaugurated the National Electronic Pharmacy Policy (NEPP) and Strategic Implementation Plan to further transform the health sector. Speaking during the event, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Ali Pate, said the policy would regulate production, sales of pharmaceuticals, and allow Nigerians access to quality-assured medicines.
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