By Eunice Emeyazia The Delta State Government has intensified efforts to ensure the sustainability of HIV treatment and care by commencing the integration of HIV services and the enrolment of persons living with HIV into the Delta State Contributory Health Scheme. The initiative was the focus of a two-day stakeholders’ meeting held at the headquarters…
By Eunice Emeyazia President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has signed into law the Federal Medical Centres (Amendment) (No. 2) Act, 2026, paving the way for the establishment of the Federal Medical Centre (FMC) in Oleh, Isoko South Local Government Area of Delta State.The development marks a significant milestone for Delta South Senatorial District, which has long…
Residents of Delta State have been urged to take full advantage of the quality healthcare services provided under the state’s Contributory Health Scheme, as the government intensifies efforts to strengthen service delivery across the health sector. The Commissioner for Health, Dr. Joseph Onojaeme made the call while receiving the Director-General of the DeltaStateGovernment (DSCHC), ,…
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has launched a nationwide training programme for law enforcement officers, traditional rulers, and religious leaders aimed at promoting human rights, gender sensitivity, and public health-informed practices in Nigeria’s HIV and tuberculosis (TB) response.The two-day training, taking place across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, is part…
Abuja, Nigeria – February 2, 2026– Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing science-driven healthcare innovation, with the Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Mohammed Ali Pate, emphasizing the critical role of science and research as drivers of innovation, economic growth, and sustainable healthcare systems across Africa. The statement came at the opening of…
Abuja, Nigeria – February 2, 2026– The Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Jabi, has issued a formal clarification regarding the death of Abuja-based singer Ifunanya Lucy Nwagene, popularly known as Nanyah, following complications from a snake bite.In a press statement on X (formerly Twitter) dated February 1, 2026, FMC Jabi expressed condolences to Nwagene’s family and…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has rolled out free annual liver and kidney function tests for Nigerians living with HIV/AIDS under an expanded health insurance scheme— a major step aimed at boosting long-term health outcomes and strengthening quality care nationwide. The announcement was made by the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr Iziaq Salako, during…
