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Health advocacy coalition opposes proposed changes to Tobacco Control Act
Over 100 health advocacy groups in Nigeria have rejected the proposed National Tobacco Control Act (Amendment) Bill 2025, arguing it creates dangerous loopholes for tobacco companies and threatens youth safety.
Lassa Fever Outbreak: Fatality Rate Climbs to 23.7% with 237 Deaths
Nigeria has recorded 237 deaths from Lassa fever in 2026, with the fatality rate rising to 23.7% as the NCDC calls for urgent community action and better healthcare practices.
NDLEA Issues Alert Over Cannabis-Laced Snacks
The NDLEA has issued a warning to parents regarding imported cookies and gummies found to contain cannabis, following a major seizure at the Tin Can Island Port.
Boyle Heights residents plagued by stench from massive warehouse fire
Los Angeles residents in Boyle Heights are suffering through an unbearable odor and pest infestations caused by 85 million pounds of rotting food left behind after a massive warehouse fire.
Diphtheria outbreak in Niger State results in 17 fatalities
Over a seven-month period, Niger State has documented 124 cases of diphtheria, leading to 17 deaths, largely attributed to incomplete routine childhood vaccinations.
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.
Nigeria Faces Urgent Crisis as Children Fall Into Alcohol Habit
Underage alcohol consumption is becoming a normalized, dangerous trend in Nigeria, driven by easy access to affordable sachets and a culture that unwittingly puts children in contact with intoxicants through daily errands.
Understanding the Surge in England’s Obesity Levels
Obesity rates in England have climbed to 30% in 2024, doubling since 1993. Experts point to sedentary lifestyles, food accessibility, and the failure of past government policies as key contributors to this rising health crisis.
Dr. Nonye Soludo Honoured with 2026 BudgIT Active Citizens Award
Anambra State First Lady Dr. Nonye Soludo has been awarded the health activism prize at the 2026 BudgIT Active Citizens Awards for her contributions to preventive healthcare and public wellness.
Edo NDLEA identifies cannabis cultivation and student involvement as major anti-drug hurdles
The Edo NDLEA highlights how cannabis forest farming and the recruitment of students into drug activities are complicating efforts to tackle substance abuse in the state.