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President Tinubu introduces initiative to integrate diaspora medical expertise into national healthcare
President Tinubu has launched the Diaspora Health Impact Initiative to leverage the medical expertise of Nigerians abroad to strengthen the nation's local health systems.
Tinubu Invites Diaspora Medical Professionals to Help Revitalize Nigeria
President Bola Tinubu has invited Nigerian healthcare professionals based abroad to return and support the development of the nation's healthcare system under the Renewed Hope Agenda.
Dabiri-Erewa urges South Africa compensation; Tinubu seeks diaspora healthcare support
NiDCOM chair Abike Dabiri-Erewa advocates for compensation for displaced Nigerians in South Africa, while President Tinubu outlines plans to leverage diaspora expertise to revitalize Nigeria's healthcare system.
The Longevity Crisis: Why Many Nigerians Face Early Mortality
Nigeria faces a severe health crisis as premature deaths from preventable conditions like hypertension and diabetes keep national life expectancy near 54 years, far below the global average.
FCMB Launches Initiative to Boost Healthcare Sector Financing
First City Monument Bank is set to host a healthcare summit in July 2026 to connect industry leaders and investors, focusing on sustainable financial solutions for Nigeria's medical sector.
Yohanna Kusau: An Unsung Hero of Nigerian Primary Healthcare
Yohanna Kusau, a dedicated health worker serving at Nigeria's Kabusa Primary Healthcare Centre, is being celebrated for his leadership and commitment to patient-centered care.
Senate moves to centralize NAFDAC regulatory laws
The Nigerian Senate has progressed a bill to modernize and consolidate all laws governing NAFDAC-regulated products, aiming to replace outdated 2004 legislation with a comprehensive 2026 framework.
Pharmacy Council of Nigeria welcomes 86 new foreign-trained pharmacists
The Pharmacy Council of Nigeria has inducted 86 foreign-trained pharmacists, mandating strict adherence to professional ethics while emphasizing their role in advancing local healthcare standards.
WHO Reports 30.4 Million Facing Humanitarian Crisis Amid Regional Conflicts and Funding Shortages
A new WHO report highlights that 30.4 million people in the Eastern Mediterranean need aid as conflict and underfunding cause a collapse in essential healthcare services.
Nigeria plans to merge digital ID with healthcare to reach 2030 universal coverage goals
The Federal Government is launching a new initiative to link digital identity systems with healthcare records, aiming to boost efficiency and reach Universal Health Coverage by 2030.