The Cabinet Secretary for Health, Hon. Aden Duale, has issued a stern warning to healthcare providers across Kenya, cautioning that any public or private facility […]
Author: Helen Okechukwu
Helen Okechukwu is an award-winning investigative journalist with three years experience. She specializes in health, accountability and transparency reporting.
WHO endorses twice-yearly HIV prevention jab in major policy shift
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has released new guidelines recommending lenacapavir (LEN) as a twice-yearly injectable option for HIV prevention, marking a major advance in […]
Okrika, Ataba sea-crossing bridges must be completed – Tinubu vows
President Bola Tinubu has pledged his administration’s commitment to completing key infrastructure projects in the Niger Delta, including the Okrika and Ataba sea-crossing bridges. Speaking […]
Over 3.5 million children receive MR vaccine in Kenya
The Kenyan Ministry of Health has announced that out of a target of 6.5 million, about 3.5 million children have been vaccinated against measles, while […]
Fuel crisis in Gaza threatens total collapse of humanitarian service – UN agencies warn
The United Nations (UN) has issued a stark warning that the ongoing fuel shortage in Gaza has reached critical levels, threatening to shut down vital […]
WHO declares Burundi free from trachoma
Burundi has been officially validated by the World Health Organization (WHO) as having eliminated trachoma as a public health problem.
US clarifies Nigeria non-immigrant visa rules, says decision reflects global review
The United States (US) has provided clarity on its recent decision to shorten the validity period of non-immigrant visas issued to Nigerian citizens, stating the […]
Rivers police pledge transparent probe as wanted aides surrender
The Rivers State Police Command has announced the voluntary surrender of two suspects previously declared wanted in connection with the alleged assault and conspiracy involving the Sole Administrator of Ahoada East Local Government Area (LGA), Hon. Goodluck Iheanachor.
WPD: Rivers urges stakeholders to prioritise family planning
As the world commemorates the 2025 World Population Day (WPD), the Rivers State Government has renewed its call for increased investment in healthcare and a […]
KWEPA tasks UNILORIN management on tackling environmental issues
The Kwara State Environmental Protection Agency (KWEPA) has urged the management of the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) to address environmental concerns observed during a recent […]