The Federal Government has launched the Nigeria Alcohol Policy and its Multisectoral Implementation Plan (2026–2030), aimed at reducing the health, social and economic consequences of harmful alcohol consumption across the country. The five-year policy provides a coordinated national framework for the production, distribution, marketing and consumption of alcohol, while promoting responsible practices within the
DNA Tests: 23.6% of Nigerian Men Tested Not Biological Fathers — Report About 23.6 per cent of paternity tests conducted by Smart DNA Nigeria returned negative results during its 2025/2026 reporting period, indicating that the men tested were not the biological fathers of the children involved. The figure is contained in the company’s latest annual
Over 70% of Young Nigerians Lack Accurate HIV Prevention Information — NACA The National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) has raised concerns over widespread knowledge gaps on HIV prevention among young Nigerians, saying fewer than 30 per cent have accurate information about how to prevent the virus. The agency said the situation leaves
NAFDAC, Oxford Partner on £3.7m Project to Strengthen Vaccine Safety Nigeria is partnering with the University of Oxford and other international institutions on a £3.7 million research project aimed at strengthening the detection of degraded and falsified vaccines before they reach patients. The three-year initiative, funded by the UK Medical Research Council (MRC), brings together
By Fatih Lawal-Garu Nigeria’s rainy season, which typically stretches from March or April into October, is a season of contradictions. It cools the unbearable heat, greens the landscape, and sustains the farms that feed millions of households.But it also creates ideal conditions for the spread of infectious diseases, particularly among children, pregnant women, older adults,
By Aishat M. Abisola With the re-emergence of Ebola and the appearance of hantavirus these past few weeks, it feels hard to imagine a time when these diseases will either phase out or be combated with the creation of a new vaccine.Throughout time, many diseases and viruses have had devastating effects on human population growth.
By Aishat M. Abisola Menopause is the natural and permanent end of menstrual periods, marking the conclusion of a woman’s reproductive years. Most women experience menopause between 45 and 55 years of age. It is officially diagnosed after 12 consecutive months without a menstrual period, provided there is no other medical cause.Before a woman goes
Imagine your body as a bustling city, an intricate network of systems powered by one indispensable element—water. Think of waking up groggy, with a mouth as parched as desert sand. You might blame a late night or too much caffeine, but often, it is your body’s quiet alarm bell, warning that its most vital fuel
The World Kidney Day 2026 was commemorated on Thursday, March 12. But we still need to remind ourselves the importance of the kidney in our bodies and why shouldn’t judge it based on its size. Although the kidney is only the size a fist, it is vital organ that, just like the heart, keeps you
By Aishat M. Abisola For the past few months, there has been an outbreak of Nipah virus South Asia with two confirmed cases in India and one in Bangladesh. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), this is the seventh outbreak that has been documented in India and the third in West Bengal. This region