Health experts and prostate cancer advocates have called for the urgent introduction of fair incentives to encourage African men to take part in clinical trials. They described the current exclusion of African men as unfair and harmful. At the first-ever Science of Advanced Prostate Cancer in Africa Conference, speakers lamented that African men are being left behind in life-saving medical research. The initiative was supported by several global and regional groups, including the Prostate Cancer Transatlantic Consortium, Inclusive Cancer Care Research Equity Consortium, Prostate Cancer Clinical Trials Consortium, and the African-Caribbean Cancer Consortium. With the theme “Addressing Advanced Prostate Cancer…
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Orthopedic surgeons have advised Nigerians to stop visiting traditional bone setters and healers for the treatment of fractures, dislocations, and joint injuries. They warned that such practices often worsen patients’ conditions. The experts explained that delays in seeking hospital care can cause serious complications. Many patients end up with poorly healed fractures, deformities, or even life-threatening problems that sometimes lead to amputation. They stressed that the safest option is to get prompt and proper treatment in certified hospitals. Nigerians, they said, should rely on evidence-based orthopedic care instead of unregulated traditional methods to avoid preventable disability and death. At the…
Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has flagged off the distribution of the Adaptation for Smallholder Agriculture Programme (ASAP) grant under the Federal Government/International Fund for Agricultural Development/Value Chain Development Programme (FGN/IFAD/VCDP), supported by the United Nations. Represented by his deputy, Yakubu Garba, Bago also presided over the graduation of youths trained in the fabrication of agricultural equipment at the ceremony in Minna. He said Niger is one of only two states selected for the ASAP grant, which builds on the achievements of the IFAD/VCDP in rice and cassava production across nine local government areas. According to him, the intervention…
A non-governmental organization, Ade Ti De Development Initiative, has raised alarm over the increasing number of Nigerians suffering from eye problems. The group revealed that more than 23 million people across the country are currently living with sight-related challenges. The founder of the NGO, Adedayo Adelanwa, said this on Sunday during a two-day free eye care outreach in Abeokuta, Ogun State. At the event, no fewer than 1,000 residents benefited from free eye tests, consultations, eyeglasses, and medicines. Adelanwa described the figure as disturbing. He said the most common eye problems include refractive errors, cataracts, and glaucoma. He added that…
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) says it has made major progress in recovery, repair, and safety work after the Abuja–Kaduna train derailment that happened on August 26 at Asham. NRC’s Managing Director, Dr. Kayode Opeifa, revealed this in a statement released on Monday in Lagos. He said engineers have successfully placed back on track and recovered all coaches and locomotives involved in the derailment. The recovered trains, he explained, have been moved to designated workshops for full checks and technical repairs. Opeifa confirmed that the main rail line has been repaired and is now safe for use, though work is…
WaterAid Nigeria, in partnership with WaterAid Canada, on Monday launched a five-year project to improve access to clean water, sanitation, hygiene (WASH), and sexual and reproductive health services for women and girls in Bauchi State. The project, called “EmpowerHer,” is funded by the Government of Canada through Global Affairs Canada. It will be carried out in Katagum, Misau, and Tafawa Balewa Local Government Areas. Ms. Evelyn Mere, Country Director of WaterAid Nigeria, said the initiative aims to transform the lives of women and girls who face barriers that deny them dignity, good health, and equal opportunities. She explained that in…
The Jigawa State Government has trained 400 unemployed youths on hybrid date palm production and processing to boost livelihoods and tackle unemployment. Governor Umar Namadi, speaking at the graduation ceremony on Monday at the NYSC Orientation Camp in Dutse, said the initiative aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. Project Committee Chairman and Chief of Staff, Sen. Mustapha Makama, said the programme reflects the state government’s commitment to agriculture and youth empowerment. He disclosed that 10,000 hybrid seedlings have been secured, with free seedlings, watering materials, and mentorship provided to beneficiaries. Makama added that more batches of the training…
The Sokoto State Government has launched the Federal Government’s Maternal and Neonatal Mortality Reduction Innovation Initiative (MAMII) to tackle rising maternal and neonatal deaths. The project was inaugurated on Monday during a five-day stakeholders’ planning and execution session in Sokoto. State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Faruk Wurno, said the initiative would address the underlying causes of maternal and neonatal deaths, assuring that the state government had mobilised resources for its effective implementation. “This initiative will go a long way in addressing our numerous health challenges and will guide our commitment towards building a healthier society,” Wurno said, adding that healthcare…
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), in partnership with the World Bank, has launched a pilot Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) programme in Kano State to tackle flooding and other environmental hazards. Speaking at a two-day stakeholders’ engagement workshop in Kano, NEMA Director-General, Mrs. Zubaida Umar—represented by Dr. Onimode Bandele, Director of Planning, Research and Forecasting—said the programme focuses on preparedness, early warning systems, community engagement, and collaboration with local governments. Kano was selected among seven pilot states due to its high vulnerability to seasonal flooding. The project seeks to establish disaster management structures in every local government, build volunteer…
The Executive Secretary of the United Nations Climate Change, Simon Stiell, has described Nigeria’s updated Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) as a “significant step forward” in the country’s energy and climate transition. In a statement issued on Monday, Stiell said Nigeria’s clean energy pathway presents an opportunity to usher in “a new era of economic growth,” while creating jobs, attracting investment, and harnessing the potential of its youthful population. “Every country is now in a race to realise the benefits of clean energy. By setting clear goals, including near-term targets to reduce emissions towards achieving net zero by 2060, Nigeria is…