New initiative aims to reduce out-of-pocket medical expenses for retirees; pensioners’ unions welcome move, urge swift implementation
Call comes as Nigeria prepares for major international conference; stakeholders stress need for sustainable funding and policy support
State health officials intensify public awareness drives and grassroots engagement to boost family planning uptake across Lagos communities
Official data shows exports outpaced imports in first quarter, reflecting renewed activity in oil and non-oil sectors
Lawmakers call on federal government to increase allocation for disease control agency as Ebola cases rise in West Africa
Nigeria suffers narrow loss despite spirited performance; match serves as key preparation for upcoming qualifiers
Minister Festus Keyamo discloses proposal for new railway link to Murtala Muhammed International Airport to boost connectivity
Medical association halts industrial action as abducted consultant is released; health sector in Abia remains tense
Heightened measures come as neighbouring West African countries report new Ebola cases, prompting urgent response from Nigerian authorities
Minister cautions Nigerians that while improvements are planned, power sector transformation will be gradual, not immediate