In a determined move to enforce environmental health regulations, the Kwara State Environmental Protection Agency (KWEPA) has carried out a sweeping inspection of pharmacies across […]
Author: Helen Okechukwu
Helen Okechukwu is an award-winning investigative journalist with three years experience. She specializes in health, accountability and transparency reporting.
FG urges U.S. to rethink new visa restrictions
The Federal Government (FG) of Nigeria has voiced concern following a recent move by the United States (US) to shorten the duration and restrict the […]
Kogi govt sets up committee to tackle GBV cases
The Kogi State Government has inaugurated a Case Management Committee to address Gender-Based Violence (GBV), child defilement, abandonment, and other family-related issues. The committee, formed […]
Kogi govt urges residents in flood-prone settlement to relocate early
In response to avert casualties following flood alert, the Kogi State Government has called on residents in flood-prone communities to begin relocating to safer areas […]
UAE slams fresh visa restrictions on Nigerians, suspends transit applications
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has once again revised its visa policies for Nigerian nationals, introducing stricter entry requirements and halting all transit visa applications—moves […]
Rivers police rescue kidnapped victim, chase after fleeing suspects
Operatives of the Rivers State Police Command have rescued a kidnapped victim, Mathew Zephaniah, following a coordinated operation in the Oyigbo axis of the state. […]
Kogi highlights mothers’ challenges in accessing quality medical care
The First Lady of Kogi State, Hajia Sefinat Ododo, has called on residents, especially women and caregivers, to make full use of the free healthcare […]
NAFDAC smashes N1bn fake chemical syndicate in Lagos, arrests suspects
In a major crackdown on counterfeit goods threatening public health, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has uncovered a N1 […]
LASUTH bags honorary award for outstanding healthcare services
The Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) has received two major awards from ILERA EKO in recognition of its outstanding contributions to healthcare delivery in […]
US tightens visa rules for Nigerians, reduces validity
In a significant shift to its visa issuance policy, the United States Department of State has announced immediate changes to the terms of non-immigrant visas […]