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Former Minister of Health and Nigeria’s Ambassador-designate to Canada, Prof Isaac Adewole, on Tuesday described Nigeria’s HIV response as one of the greatest public health success stories of modern times. He said investments in treatment, prevention and community-based care transformed millions of lives and significantly reduced the burden of the disease. The former minister, however, cautioned that the country must do more to sustain its achievement in curtailing the HIV outbreak and other diseases. Adewole spoke at the 25th anniversary celebration and public health symposium of APIN Public Health Initiatives in Abuja, where health experts, government officials and development partners…

Deborah Tolu-Kolawole The Federal Government has intensified health screening at the country’s airports, seaports and land borders, announcing that travellers identified as high-risk or displaying symptoms associated with Ebola and other viral haemorrhagic fevers will be subjected to secondary screening, isolation and referral procedures. The move comes amid growing concerns over the ongoing outbreak of the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola virus disease in parts of East and Central Africa and forms part of a broader national preparedness strategy aimed at preventing the disease from entering Nigeria. In a statement issued on Tuesday, signed by the Assistant Director of Press and…

The Soccernet.ng Cage 2026 delivers another heavyweight battle as Matchday Seven brings global icons and rising stars together inside the cage. Inspired by Nike’s legendary cage football culture, the tournament continues to push elite trios into high-intensity fan-decided matchups where flair and mentality matter just as much as winning. Now, the Final Bosses face Balkan Ballers in one of the most anticipated clashes of the tournament so far. Introducing the teams The Final Bosses arrive with swagger and attacking firepower. Cristiano Ronaldo brings leadership, experience and ruthless finishing ability, Yoane Wissa injects nonstop intensity and direct running, while Ademola Lookman…

OOUTH ARD President advocates for a minimum N1m monthly salary for doctors in Nigeria, citing poor remuneration as a cause for brain drain. He also calls f Read More: https://punchng.com/no-doctor-should-earn-below-n1m-monthly-oouth-ard-2/

The internet has officially found its favourite tournament hype track. Viral streaming sensation IShowSpeed has dropped the music video for his new track, “World Cup (Champions)”, and it is tearing up the global digital charts. In less than 24 hours, the high-energy visuals have exploded online, already racking up over 6 million views on YouTube. Even though “World Cup (Champions)” is an unofficial anthem for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, it easily joins the ranks of major tournament tracks making waves this year. The global football playlist is already stacked with star power, from Shakira and Burna Boy’s vibrant track…

Nigeria will face Poland for only the second time in senior international football history on Wednesday evening, Soccernet.ng reports. The Super Eagles head into the encounter just days after winning the 2026 Unity Cup, maintaining their perfect record in the competition with a fourth consecutive triumph. The three-time African champions opened their campaign with a 2-0 victory over Zimbabwe in the semi-finals before cruising to a 3-0 win against Jamaica in the final to seal the title. Nigeria midfielder Alhassan Yusuf celebrates with teammates. Copyright: xToyinxOshodixImago Where to watch Nigeria vs Poland on TV Fans in Nigeria can watch the match live on SuperSport 9 channel via…

Somewhere in Jigawa, a community health worker is waiting for the blood pressure cuffs that never arrived. In Mushin, a patient has rationed her last tablet of Amlodipine for the third consecutive month. These are not edge cases; they are the lived reality behind Nigeria’s headline health numbers. When the Presidency released the 2026 federal budget for health – a record N2.48tn, signed into law by the President—it was easy to feel a cautious optimism. But for the estimated 38 per cent of Nigerian adults living with hypertension (four in 10, per the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare’s…

Idowu Abdullahi The Federal Government has assured Nigerians of its preparedness to respond to any potential Ebola outbreak, stating that Emergency Operations Centres across states have been placed on standby. The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Salako, gave the assurance on Tuesday in Lagos amid renewed concerns over the disease in parts of Africa. PUNCH Healthwise reports that since the outbreak of the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola was confirmed by the World Health Organisation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, more than 1,100 suspected cases and over 246 suspected deaths have been…

The Super Eagles of Nigeria failed to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and the disappointment is one of the biggest in the country’s recent football history, Soccernet.ng reports. The disappointment is even more painful when one considers the quality of players available to head coach Eric Chelle. The likes of Emmanuel Fernandez, Arthur Okonkwo and Femi Azeez would’ve been strong contenders to make the World Cup squad. Since taking charge, the Franco-Malian tactician has overseen encouraging performances, including Nigeria’s successful Unity Cup campaign in London twice, while several Super Eagles stars have enjoyed outstanding seasons across Europe’s top…

The International Organisation for Migration, a United Nations agency, on Tuesday in Lagos received 180 Nigerian migrants, including women and children, from Libya. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the returnees arrived at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, through the Pilgrims and Cargo Terminal aboard a chartered Buraq Airline flight at about 8:15 p.m. The migrants, who mainly consisted of women and children, are voluntary returnees from Libya. Speaking to newsmen at the airport, the IOM Subhead in Lagos, Mr Ali Ibrahim, said the majority of the migrants were from detention camps in Benghazi, Libya. “We are here…