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Nigeria’s obesity crisis: Experts urge immediate action

Nigeria is experiencing a rising obesity epidemic, prompting healthcare experts to urge immediate action to prevent, manage, and mitigate the health, social, and economic...
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World Obesity Day 2026: CAPPA seeks tougher regulation of junk food marketing

On the occasion of World Obesity Day (WOD) 2026 on Wednesday, March 4, Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has called for stricter policies to curb...
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NCDC alarms over rising Lassa fever in 18 states

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has raised concern over increasing Lassa fever cases across 18 states and 67 Local Government...
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Alcohol ban in small pack sizes to reduce underage drinking – NAFDAC

The Director-General, National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, says the ban on alcohol in small pack sizes...
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Denmark emerges first EU country to eliminate mother-to-child transmission of HIV, syphilis

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has certified Denmark for the elimination of mother-to-child transmission (EMTCT) of HIV and syphilis, recognising the country's sustained commitment...
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Over 127,000 pairs of glasses distributed as VCDF, SEEPCO launch free eye care services in Delta

In a major boost to community healthcare delivery, Vcare for Development Foundation (VCDF) in partnership with the Delta State Ministry of Health has rolled...
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Sachet alcohol ban sparks protest as unions demand policy review

Protesters on Thursday, February 26, 2026, stormed the Isolo office of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), opposing the enforcement of...
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VCDF, SEEPCO launch free eye care programme in Delta’s Ndokwa East LGA

Many Nigerians continue to suffer from avoidable vision problems, with cataracts and other eye conditions being major causes of preventable blindness. In Delta State,...
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Unsung hero: Meet the man with the welfare of the African manatee at heart

Dr Dunsin Bolaji is the African manatee’s unsung hero. His work in research, conservation and education has left a...
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GLF lists Oshoala, Gbadegesin among eight women with New Vision for Earth 2026

Ahead of International Women’s Day, the Global Landscapes Forum highlights women driving change from the Andes to Indonesia – from Indigenous leaders, policymakers and financial...
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EGIS rallies Abeokuta community against river pollution, launches campaign ahead of rollout

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