Nigerians are facing dire health consequences as the cost of essential medication surges, making it unaffordable for many. This article explores the impact of inflated drug prices on access to healthcare and the challenges faced by community pharmacies.
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The Senate on Tuesday went into a close door session to take briefs from Service Chiefs and some Ministers on the general state of security in the country.
A new report by think tank Climate Analytics has found that $8 trillion of investment is needed for new renewables to deliver the 2030 tripling goal agreed at COP28 in Dubai late 2023.
The National Assembly has emphasized the urgent need to empower farmers with modern tools and financial resources as a crucial step in addressing the persistent challenge of hunger and food insecurity. Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, conveyed this message during a High-Level Strategic Engagement on Climate Change, Food Systems, and Resource Mobilization held in Abuja. The event, organized by the African Union Development Agency – New Partnership for Africa’s Development (AUDA-NEPAD), served as a platform to discuss pressing issues related to agriculture, climate change, and sustainable food systems. Kalu specifically called for urgent steps to address…
Senator Ned Nwoko has called upon the National Assembly to enact legislation concerning the right to firearms, aiming to bolster the protection of lives and property across the nation. Representing the Delta North Senatorial District and serving as a member of the Senate Committee on Defence, Nwoko voiced his plea during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja on Tuesday. Highlighting the prevailing insecurity in the country, the lawmaker emphasized the necessity of introducing an amendment bill in the Senate to permit civilians to possess firearms. This initiative, he believes, could potentially contribute to enhancing security…
Every year, the 2nd Monday of every February is set aside to commemorate International Epilepsy Day.
In a recent announcement, the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the UN (FAO) have acknowledged two African initiatives as part of the UN World Restoration Flagships. This declaration comes in anticipation of the Sixth Session of the UN Environment Assembly (UNEA-6), set to convene in Nairobi from February 26 to March 1. UNEP revealed that these initiatives focus on addressing ecosystems teetering on the brink of degradation due to factors such as wildfires, drought, deforestation, and pollution. The initiatives highlighted by the UN represent a significant step towards prioritizing environmental restoration efforts in Africa…
Katsina State Government says it will offer psychosocial support to women and youth involved in drug abuse in the state.
To bolster healthcare education in Nigeria, the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) ) has launched initiatives to tailor curricula specifically for Environmental Health and Family Healthcare Technology programs. The initiative involves the creation of Higher National Diploma (HND) courses focusing on environmental health technology, specifically pest and vector management. Additionally, National Diploma (ND) programs in family health care technology are also in the works. The collaboration between NBTE and the Environmental Health Council of Nigeria (EHCON) signifies a concerted effort to address crucial aspects of public health through specialized education. Commencing on February 5th, the joint endeavour aims to…
Cancer is one of the deadliest diseases the world has ever encountered.While exerting tremendous physical, emotional and financial strain on individuals, families, communities and health systems, cancer can shrink resources as it strikes the rich, poor, young, old and now even children.