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Lagos battles silent epidemic: 8.67 million residents affected by Hypertension
The Lagos State Government has revealed that approximately 8.67 million residents are grappling with high blood pressure, prompting efforts to combat the rising incidences of hypertension and diabetes.
Ex-electoral commission chair, Humphrey Nwosu, dies at 84
A former Chairman of the National Election Commission (now the Independent National Electoral Commission), Prof. Humphrey Nwosu is dead He died at the age of 83.
Gospel artiste Dare Melody loses wife
Adedoyin Odunuga, the beloved wife of renowned gospel artiste Dare Melody, has passed away The heartbreaking news was confirmed by Dare Melody’s management through an official statement.
Faleke Offers Another 3-Day Medical Aid, Food Relief to Ikeja Constituent
As part of his constituency initiatives, Rt. Hon James Abiodun Faleke, Honourable Member of the House of Representatives for Ikeja Federal Constituency, is hosting a free medical outreach on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Three Dead In Port Harcourt Helicopter Crash
Three persons have been confirmed dead in a helicopter crash that occurred in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital, on Thursday.
Nigerian men warned too much sex, alcohol can cause prostate cancer
A urologist, Chidiebere Ogo, has advised men above 40 years against excessive consumption of alcohol and sexual activities to reduce the growing cases of prostate cancer in the country.
Diphtheria killed 1,191 Nigerians in 17 months- Centre for Disease Control report
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has reported that about 1,191 persons died of diphtheria from May, 2023 till date across Nigeria.
Shock, horror as train crushes man in Lagos
The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency says it has recovered the body of a man who was hit by a moving train at the Iyana-Ipaja area of Lagos in early hours of Monday.
Lagos Commemorates World Trauma Day, Calls For Enhanced Emergency Preparedness
On October 17, 2024, the Lagos State Accident and Emergency Centre (LASAEC) hosted a significant event to commemorate World Trauma Day, bringing together healthcare professionals, government officials, and community stakeholders.
Jigawa Tanker Explosion Death Toll Rises To 167
The death toll from a tanker explosion in Taura Local Government Area of Jigawa State has risen to 167, the state governor, Umar Namadi, has said.