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The PharmAccess Foundation and the Healthcare Federation of Nigeria (HFN) have called for stronger private-sector participation in healthcare system to improve service delivery and access to quality care. The HFN delegation, led by its President and PharmAccess Country Director, Mrs. Njide Ndili, engaged with lawmakers at the National Assembly and key government agencies earlier this…
6 Mar
The General Manager of Afrimedical Manufacturing and Supplies Limited, Gaby Al Aridi, has said that local manufacturers have the capacity to meet Nigeria’s syringe demand and also serve the West African region. He stated this at the Healthcare Federation of Nigeria (HFN) 2025 Annual Conference & Exhibitions, where he emphasised the importance of connecting local…
28 Feb
The Healthcare Federation of Nigeria (HFN) has said that Nigeria is steadily positioning itself as a key destination for medical tourism. HFN President, Dr Pamela Ajayi, stated this on Thursday at the 2025 3rd annual conference themed Expanding Access to Quality Care: Transforming Nigeria through Innovation, Partnership, and Sustainability. Ajayi noted that while Nigeria’s healthcare…
30 Jan
The President of the Handball Federation of Nigeria (HFN), Samuel Ocheho, has called for support for the Under-23 team ahead of the tourney which will see them face the United States (US), Azerbaijan and Moldova in the group stage. The International Handball Federation on Wednesday at its headquarters in Basel, Switzerland conducted the draw for…
23 Dec
The Healthcare Federation of Nigeria (HFN) is set to shine a light on the future of Nigeria's healthcare sector as it commemorates its 10th anniversary with a series of impactful events, including a blood donation drive. This was disclosed during the anniversary press conference in Lagos, where the health umbrella body for private-sector stakeholders unveiled…
26 Nov
The NIS Sports Hall at the National Stadium, and the Rowe Park, in Yaba are all dressed up in readiness for the second phase of the Ardova Handball Premier League, which begins tomorrow at the two venues. According to the Handball Federation of Nigeria (HFN), the 22 teams participating in the league are expected to…
25 Oct
The Healthcare Federation of Nigeria (HFN) and the Presidential Initiative for Unlocking the Healthcare Value Chain (PVAC) have joined forces to strengthen healthcare innovation and funding in Nigeria. At the HFN-PVAC Funding Opportunity pitch event in Lagos, 14 HFN member companies presented innovative healthcare solutions to a panel of experts, aiming to address major challenges…
11 Oct
A coalition of Nigerian healthcare stakeholders under the Healthcare Federation of Nigeria (HFN) has stated that collaboration between the private sector and government is key to transforming the country's healthcare system and achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC). President of HFN, Dr. Pamela Ajayi, shared this view during a policy dialogue organised by the federation. The…
29 Aug 2024
The Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Prof Akin Abayomi, has said healthcare must be at the centre of the mainstream economy to attract and retain skilled medical professionals.
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Bayelsa State governor, Senator Douye Diri, says the full weight of the law will be brought to bear on those who violate the Anti-Grazing Law of the state to ensure the continued protection of lives and property of citizens. This comes after a recent attack on Amarata youths in Yenagoa Local Government Area of the…
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A legal advocacy group, Bola Ahmed Tinubu (BAT) Lawyers, has defended President Bola Tinubu’s recent declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, describing it as a "constitutional, courageous, and genius leadership decision." The group’s National Convener, Mrs. Abibat Bankole-Apena, disclosed this in her reaction to the Rivers State state of emergency, stating that…
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The House of Representatives, on Wednesday, resolved to investigate the delay in payments to beneficiaries of the Household Uplifting Programme under the Federal Government’s Conditional Cash Transfer Scheme. The decision followed the adoption of a motion sponsored by Hon. Abass Adigun at a plenary session presided over by Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu. Presenting his motion,…
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Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested Sirajo Jaja, the Accountant General of Bauchi State, over alleged fraud involving ₦70 billion. Jaja was apprehended in Abuja on Wednesday, alongside Aliyu Abubakar, an unlicensed bureau de change (BDC) operator from Jasfad Resources Enterprise, and Sunusi Ibrahim Sambo, a Point of Sale (PoS)…
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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) declared on Wednesday that Siminalayi Fubara remains in office as governor of Rivers State despite the proclamation of emergency rule in the state. It expressed disappointment that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu could ignore the clear provisions of the constitution and proceed to suspend democratic structures in Rivers State. Briefing journalists…
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Theatre has a unique ability to transport us and evoke deep emotions from the moment the curtain rises. It is more than just entertainment; it resonates with our shared humanity. As we watch a play, our minds 'act along' with the performers, showcasing the profound impact of theatre. This art form deserves greater recognition, especially…
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President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday, appointed executive and non-executive board members for the newly established Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO). Announcing the appointment, President Tinubu named Dr Adesegun Akin-Olugbade as the board chairman, while Engineer Abdu Mohammed Bello was appointed Managing Director. The President has also appointed four Executive Directors: Engineer Nafisatu Asabe Ali for…
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Justice Mojisola Dada of a Lagos Special Offences Court, Ikeja, has refused the document sought to be tendered by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in the ongoing trial of a former Managing Director of Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON), Ahmed Kuru, and four others. The EFCC had alleged that the defendants defrauded…
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Nigeria’s gospel music scene continues to thrive on the global stage, and Naomi Classik stands out as a shining example of this growth. Joy erupted among her colleagues as Naomi celebrated a new chapter in her life, tying the knot with her beloved, Eric, in an intimate ceremony in Lagos State. As she embraces this…
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The Olaribikusi Ruling House in Eruwa, Ibarapa East Local Government Area of Oyo State, on Wednesday, said the people of the town are against the action of Governor Seyi Makinde, who appointed and gave the Staff of Office to the deposed Oba Samuel Adegbola as the new Eleruwa of Eruwaland. The family vowed to approach…