Nigerian Healthcare
12 Nov
Abiola Ayilara, Founder and CEO of MyCare Assistant, stands as a beacon of innovation in the health-tech sector, championing affordable and quality caregiving solutions tailored for vulnerable populations. With a steadfast commitment to revolutionizing healthcare access, her groundbreaking work has not only empowered caregivers but also reshaped the caregiving landscape in Nigeria. Under her leadership,…
4 Nov
Avon Healthcare Limited (Avon HMO), a subsidiary of Heirs Holdings, has announced the appointment of Osakpamwan Imasogie as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective October 1, 2024. He succeeds Adesimbo Ukiri, the company’s pioneer Managing Director and CEO since 2012. Under her exemplary leadership, Avon HMO transformed from a start-up in a saturated sector into…
7 Sep
Twelve years after its establishment, the Maryam Abacha American University of Niger (MAAUN), based in Maradi, Niger Republic, has produced five provosts leading nursing colleges across Borno, Yobe, Bauchi, Taraba, and Kaduna States in Nigeria. Dr Hadiza Sabo, a Nursing graduate of MAAUN, currently serves as Provost of Shehu Sule College of Nursing and Midwifery…
2 May
A leading global healthcare company, Hisamitsu Pharmaceutical Co. Inc., has introduced Salonpas products, which are alternatives to injections and capsules, in Nigeria. During the launch in Lagos State, the Executive Officer and Head of the International Division of Hisamitsu Pharmaceutical Co. Inc., Mr. Taro Hiramatsu, said the products were introduced in Nigeria after 90 years…
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THE Federal Government, yesterday, commended Africa's fastest-growing financial institution, Moniepoint Inc., for its significant contributions to the financial technology sector, its commitment to advancing financial inclusion, and its partnerships with law enforcement agencies to combat financial fraud. It lauded their innovative use of technology to tackle financial challenges and their efforts in empowering Small and…
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The Enugu State University of Science and Technology has awarded honorary doctoral degrees in Business Administration and Corporate Governance to Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, and an Austrian investor, Sir Bernd Bergmair. The ESUT Governing Council and Senate conferred the award on the duo during the institution’s 20th convocation on November 23, 2024, at the…
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Justice sector stakeholders have advocated for the use of technology to collect and document evidence to combat sexual and gender-based violence in Nigeria. This, according to them, is a crucial step in improving the efficiency and effectiveness of justice delivery in cases of sexual and gender-based violence across the country. They noted that inadequate evidence…
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PAINED by the judgment of Justice J.K Omotosho of the Federal High Court, Abuja, the Edozie Njoku-led All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has petitioned the National Judicial Commission (NJC), asking it to invoke relevant sanctions against the Judge for allegedly pre-empting and challenging the authority of the Supreme Court. Justice Omotosho last week, indicted the…
20 mins ago
Across Africa, the journey toward democracy has been marked by resilience and transformation. While many nations transitioned from colonial rule to democratic systems in the latter half of the 20th century, the road has
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THE Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, has revealed that from next year, most port operations will be automated, as they will switch to the use of sophisticated electronic scanners. Speaking at the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment (FMITI) Ministerial Export consultation with key sectoral stakeholders held at the…
29 mins ago
The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun has urged Lagos and other state governments to expand its economic base by leveraging underutilised state-owned assets and liabilities, such as land titles and properties, to attract investments and unlock additional revenue streams. The minister also highlighted the need for innovative approaches to…
31 mins ago
THE Ijaw National Congress (INC) has cautioned the Ohaneze Ndigbo to steer clear from any actions that may affect peaceful coexistence among all. The INC National Publicity Secretary, Ezonebi Oyakemeagbegha, has, therefore, declared that the Ijaws believe in one Nigeria but stated that if the need arises, the Ijaws will not cede to any ethnic…
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THE Federal High Court will hear the N5 billion infringement suit filed against international gospel artiste, Osinachi Joseph Egbu, popularly known as Sinach, by music producer, Michael Oluwole, also known as Maye, today, Wednesday, November 27, 2024. The plaintiff, in suit number FHC/L/CS/402/2024, is seeking a declaration from the court that he is an author…
42 mins ago
AFTER months of negotiations, Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, yesterday, approved N70,000 minimum wage for workers employed in the state civil service. Also, Uzodimma approved the free healthcare insurance scheme for the state pensioners. The move would provide access to medical services for retirees. The governor disclosed these in line with the national minimum wage…