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Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs) in Nigeria have contested the Lagos State government's assertion of endorsement for a new private health plan. They argue that individual participation in discussions does not equate to collective approval, highlighting the need for authorization from the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) before any implementation.
Healthcare stakeholders are raising alarms over Nigeria's heavy reliance on imported active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), warning that this dependence jeopardizes the nation’s medicine security. With local pharmaceutical companies increasingly reliant on foreign raw materials, the implications for public health and self-sufficiency are becoming increasingly critical.
The People's Democratic Party (PDP) has reaffirmed that its presidential candidate, Sandy Onor, will continue his campaign for the 2027 elections, despite the party's endorsement of President Bola Tinubu through a coalition arrangement. This decision marks a significant moment in Nigeria's political landscape as the party navigates cross-party alliances.
In a shocking act of violence, gunmen attacked a Plateau community, resulting in the deaths of four residents despite a curfew aimed at curbing insecurity. The assailants launched their assault around 8 p.m., raising concerns over the effectiveness of security measures in the region.
Rochas Okorocha has emerged victorious in a legal confrontation with Governor Hope Uzodimma regarding the Imo West senatorial ticket of the APC. Okorocha asserts that Uzodimma's claim to the ticket was based on irregular documentation, reinforcing his political position in the state.
A recent report reveals harrowing details of detainees in an NSCDC facility in Niger, who resorted to drinking their own urine and sweat due to a lack of water, resulting in 33 fatalities. The findings highlight severe neglect and health risks amidst overcrowded conditions, raising urgent questions about detainee treatment in Nigeria's correctional facilities.
Human rights lawyer Femi Falana has called on Nigerians to demand greater accountability from their state and local governments, criticizing the persistent financial control exerted by state authorities despite a recent Supreme Court ruling.
A shocking report reveals that the Commandant of the NSCDC in Niger State, Siyaka Suberu, allegedly fabricated a disease outbreak to obscure the tragic deaths of 33 individuals in custody. This revelation raises serious concerns about transparency and accountability within Nigeria's security agencies.
A civil society group, BBDYI, has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to implement safeguards that protect women in politics from digital threats and ensure transparency in the application of artificial intelligence during the upcoming elections.
Following his recent legal victory, former Governor Rochas Okorocha argues that Governor Hope Uzodimma should step down from his position to focus on his senatorial ambitions. Okorocha's remarks come as the political landscape in Imo State intensifies ahead of the upcoming elections.
The Katsina State Police have apprehended 14 individuals in connection with an assault on supporters of the All Progressives Congress (APC) en route to a campaign rally, resulting in injuries and vehicle damage. Authorities are intensifying efforts to ensure the safety of political gatherings ahead of the upcoming elections.
The Federal Teaching Hospital in Katsina has confirmed that the remains of Sheikh Yahaya Masussuka were embalmed but have not undergone an autopsy. An associate of the slain cleric has provided reasons for the delay in burial amidst rising public interest.
