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Nigerian Pharmacists Association Warns of Massive Professional Exodus
The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria reports that 9,000 pharmacists have left the country in four years, citing poor working conditions and calling for urgent policy reform.
Nigeria Faces Potential Loss of $1.4 Billion U.S. Health Aid Over Religious Persecution Concerns
Nigeria risks losing access to a $1.4 billion U.S. health aid package unless it takes clear steps to curb violence against Christian populations as required by a recent bilateral agreement.
NMA FCT Leader Outlines Strategies to Curb Medical Brain Drain
New NMA FCT chairman George Ebong urges the Nigerian government to improve doctors' welfare and support private hospitals to reduce the country's medical brain drain.
Muslim World League Launches New Heart Facility in Kaduna
The Muslim World League is set to open a specialized cardiac center in Kaduna, a move supported by Governor Uba Sani's broader efforts to improve the state's medical infrastructure and healthcare access.
Federal Government Supplies Benue State with 100 Vials of Snakebite Antivenom
The Federal Ministry of Health has donated 100 vials of anti-snake venom worth N25 million to Benue State to help reduce fatalities and lower treatment costs for residents.
Niger State Authorities Target One-Year Window for Medical Student Clinical Training
The Niger State government plans to establish clinical training facilities for IBBU medical students within one year, ending the need to transfer pupils to other states.
Ukrainian Medics Face Targeted Drone Hunts by Russian Forces
Ukrainian medical workers describe being hunted by Russian drones, as rising attacks on hospitals and ambulances force humanitarian groups to retreat from front-line areas.
Sanwo-Olu States Lagos Requires 40,000 Extra Doctors and N100bn Investment for Healthcare
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu identifies a need for 40,000 additional doctors and N100 billion in funding to stabilize the state's healthcare system while highlighting the success of the Ilera Eko insurance scheme.
FUTATH Addresses Salary Payment Confusion Following Federal Transition
FUTATH clarifies that salary responsibilities are divided between the Ondo State Government and the Federal Government, following a misunderstanding regarding its payroll structure.
NDDC Instructs Abia State Traditional Birth Attendants on Safe Delivery Practices
The NDDC has launched a training program for traditional birth attendants in Abia State to improve pregnancy safety and maternal care standards in underserved communities.