The Registrar of the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN), Dr. Ndagi Alhassan, says Nigeria must integrate digital health, telemedicine, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) into nursing education and clinical practice to prepare future nurses for modern healthcare challenges. Alhassan said this on Tuesday at the 60th anniversary celebration of the Faculty of Nursing, University of Ibadan, where he emphasized that nurses of the future must be tech-savvy and capable of leveraging data to improve patient outcomes. “There is a need to invest more in postgraduate nursing education and research to produce local evidence for practice. This will help train…
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Stakeholders in Nigeria’s telecommunications industry have called for stronger collaboration among regulators, operators, and consumers to tackle poor network quality and enhance service delivery nationwide. The call was made at the 94th edition of the Telecom Consumer Parliament (TCP) organized by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) on Tuesday in Lagos. The event, themed “Addressing Network Quality for Improved Consumer Experience,” brought together key players from across the industry to discuss ways of improving network performance and consumer satisfaction. The Executive Vice-Chairman of the NCC, Dr. Aminu Maida, said improving network performance requires collective responsibility and a renewed commitment to consumer…
The Federal Government has announced plans to establish additional cancer centres and increase funding for cancer treatment to improve healthcare access and ease the burden on patients across Nigeria. Dr. Iziaq Salako, Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, disclosed this at the 2025 International Cancer Week hosted by the National Institute for Cancer Research and Treatment (NICRAT) on Tuesday in Abuja. The event, themed “Redefining the Future of Cancer: Prevention, Access and Equity for All,” aligns with global efforts to close gaps in cancer care, particularly in low-resource settings. Salako, represented by his Special Assistant on Media and…
The Federal Government has removed Mathematics as a compulsory subject for admission into tertiary institutions for students in the arts and humanities. The new policy, announced on Tuesday by the Federal Ministry of Education, means candidates applying to universities, polytechnics, and other higher institutions under these disciplines will no longer need a credit pass in Mathematics in their Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) conducted by WAEC or NECO. Previously, all admission seekers, regardless of discipline, were required to obtain at least five credits, including English and Mathematics, before being considered for admission into tertiary institutions. According to the statement issued…
The atmosphere at the African Centre, Union Street, London, was filled with inspiration and celebration as leaders, visionaries, and change-makers gathered under one roof to honour education, service, and the spirit of global leadership. The prestigious Myles Leadership University Honorary Doctorate Conferment Ceremony celebrated excellence, innovation, and visionary leadership across continents. Welcoming guests and honourees, Dr. Matthew Godwin Mario, representative of Myles Leadership University, emphasized the importance of recognizing individuals from diverse backgrounds who have contributed immensely to global development and continue to create opportunities for the next generation of leaders. “Myles Leadership University believes that leadership is not limited…
The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has strongly condemned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s decision to grant presidential pardon to 175 individuals, including those convicted of drug trafficking, illegal mining, capital offences, and corruption. In a statement signed by its Executive Director and Head of Transparency International (TI) Nigeria, Comrade Auwal Ibrahim Musa (Rafsanjani), CISLAC described the mass clemency as “legally questionable, morally wrong, and damaging to Nigeria’s image both locally and internationally.” Among those reportedly pardoned are controversial figures such as former Delta State Governor James Ibori—convicted in the United Kingdom—as well as individuals involved in oil theft, kidnapping,…
The Ganye Local Government Council in Adamawa State has partnered with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) to implement strategies aimed at improving access to immunization and promoting hygiene practices in the area. Chairman of the Council, Mr. Farouq Mohammed, disclosed this on Tuesday during the official launch of the “Fathers for Good Health” initiative in Ganye. Mohammed described health as a critical sector that requires strong community participation, assuring UNICEF and residents of the council’s full support for the initiative. “As a government, we want to assure the Fathers for Good Health group inaugurated today that my administration will…
No fewer than 2.2 million children have so far received vaccines against measles, rubella, poliomyelitis, and other preventable diseases in the ongoing integrated vaccination campaign in Sokoto State. The state government has intensified its outreach efforts by conducting awareness campaigns in churches, mosques, schools, markets, and other public spaces to ensure maximum coverage. The Commissioner for Health, Dr. Faruku Wurno, disclosed this on Tuesday during a review meeting, where he urged parents and guardians to ensure their children and wards were vaccinated. He stressed that the vaccines were essential to protect children from life-threatening but preventable diseases. Wurno said the…
The Federal Government has launched the Nigerian Farmers Soil Health Scheme (NFSHS) to improve farmers’ understanding of soil management for enhanced productivity, better-quality produce, and increased income. Speaking at the unveiling on Tuesday in Abuja, the Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Sen. Aliyu Abdullahi, said the initiative aligns with the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda for food security. Abdullahi explained that the NFSHS is designed to promote sustainable land use, climate-smart agriculture, and regenerative farming practices across the country. He said the scheme would revolutionize how farmers manage soil health by providing real-time insights into soil conditions,…
A Consultant Community Ophthalmologist at the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital (UITH), Dr. Bolarinwa Tota, has advised Nigerians to blink every 20 minutes when using phones, computers, or other digital devices to prevent dry eyes. Dr. Tota gave the advice in an interview with reporters on Tuesday in Ilorin, warning that prolonged screen time could cause eye dryness and discomfort. She explained that consciously blinking every 20 minutes for a few seconds helps maintain eye moisture and protects against screen-related issues such as dryness, irritation, and fatigue. According to her, staring at screens for extended periods can lead to eye…