WHO Urges Renewed Efforts After Nigeria’s 38% Polio Reduction
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has called for urgent action to fully eradicate polio in Nigeria, despite the country’s significant achievement of a 38 per cent reduction in circulating poliovirus ‘type 2’ cases between 2023 and 2024.
WHO’s representative in Nigeria, Dr. Walter Mulombo made this statement in Abuja during the 2024 World Polio Day commemoration, held annually on October...
Healthcare Crises: Establish Diabetes Drug Subsidy Fund, Gatefield Urges FG
Gatefield has called on the Federal Government to establish a Diabetes Medicines Subsidy Fund, as hospitals in Nigeria struggle to manage the growing number of emergencies stemming from untreated diabetes.
This appeal was made at the close of the Gatefield Health Summit 2024, held in Abuja, which brought together experts to address the rising healthcare crisis.
A report presented at the...
Biotech Capable Of Addressing Nigeria’s Food Insecurity, Hunger Crisis – FG
Biotechnology holds the potential to address Nigeria's pressing food insecurity and hunger crisis, according to experts at the 58th International Conference of the Agricultural Society of Nigeria (ASN).
The director-general of the National Biotechnology Research and Development Agency (NBRDA), Prof. Abdullahi Mustapha highlighted the critical role agricultural biotechnology can play in solving Nigeria’s food challenges, such as food security and...
Nigerian Businesses To Benefit From US Market Opportunities
Nigerian businesses have been empowered to access opportunities in the American market, to boost the Nigerian economy.
This was the aim of a two-day African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) workshop organised by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and Prosper Africa, in collaboration with the Nigerian government. The workshop was held in partnership with key institutions, including the...
NCAA Retooling Aviation Economic Regulation To Unlock Growth, Devt – Najomo
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) is actively revising policies to unlock new opportunities and attract investments that will foster economic growth and prosperity in the aviation sector.
Acting director-general of the NCAA, Capt. Chris Najomo revealed this during the North-Central Regional Air Transportation Summit held in Abuja on Wednesday. Represented by Capt. Donald Tonye Spiff, the director of operations,...
Rising Inflation Threatening Access To Diabetes Care For Low-Income Nigerians
Rising inflation in Nigeria is threatening the ability of millions of low-income Nigerians to access essential diabetes care, according to stakeholders in the health sector.
With inflationary pressures gripping the economy, many people living with diabetes are struggling to afford life-saving medications and the healthcare services they need.
At the 2024 Gatefield Health Summit, held in Abuja on Wednesday and themed...
MSMD Reaffirms Commitment To Sustainable Mining Practices, Climate Change Mitigation
The Ministry of Solid Minerals Development (MSMD) has reinforced its commitment to promoting environmentally responsible mining practices in Nigeria.
This was a key focus during a sensitisation workshop and town hall meeting titled "Environmental Obligations of Mineral Title Holders, Mining Activities and Climate Change," held in Lagos.
During the event, the permanent secretary of the ministry, Dr. Mary Ogbe, represented by...
ASA 2024 Assembles Continental Powerhouses To Achieve Food Security
The 7th annual Agriculture Summit Africa (ASA) 2024 is set to convene Africa's most influential agricultural leaders and innovators on November 11-12, 2024, at the Transcorp Hilton, Abuja. This year's summit, themed "Transitioning from Scarcity to Security," comes at a critical time as Africa grapples with unprecedented food inflation and supply chain disruptions.
ASA 2024 will bring together delegates from...
NiMet’ll Deliver Meteorological Service, Anosike Assures NAIA Stakeholders
The director-general of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), Prof. Charles Anosike has assured stakeholders of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport of the agency's dedication to providing high-quality meteorological services tailored to the needs of the aviation sector.
Anosike gave the assurance during the Quality Management System (QMS) meeting on October 21, 2024, at the Hajj Centre of the domestic airport...
Gatefield Launches Health Strategy To Address Life Expectancy Crisis
Gatefield has launched a comprehensive health strategy aimed at addressing Nigeria’s life expectancy crisis, where the average life span currently stands at just 52 years.
This initiative targets the growing prevalence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), responsible for 30 per cent of all deaths in the country.
At the launch during the 2024 Gatefield Health Summit, Gatefield’s lead strategist, Adewunmi Emoruwa emphasised...