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Nigeria Ebola Case: 46 Contacts Face 21-Day Flight Restriction

Nigeria has expanded containment measures around its confirmed imported Ebola case as aviation authorities restrict 46 identified contacts from flying for 21 days.

Nigeria Monitors 44 Ebola Contacts as Lawmakers Demand Emergency Funds

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Nigeria is monitoring 44 contacts linked to one imported Bundibugyo Ebola case as lawmakers press the Federal Government to release emergency health funds and airport authorities intensify surveillance.

Nasarawa Flood Kills Two, Submerges More Than 18 Communities

Abieyuwa2 weeks ago2 weeks ago0

Severe flooding has killed two people and submerged more than 18 communities in Doma LGA, Nasarawa State, as authorities assess displacement, damage and relief needs.

Nigeria Confirms Ebola Case in Abuja, Monitors 44 Close Contacts

Abieyuwa2 weeks ago2 weeks ago0

Nigeria has confirmed an imported case of Bundibugyo virus disease in Abuja, with the patient isolated and 44 close contacts identified for monitoring as authorities intensify surveillance.

Patience Home Handed to FG for SGBV Survivor Support in Lagos

Abieyuwa2 weeks ago2 weeks ago0

The Lagos facility is intended to provide shelter, healthcare, psychosocial and legal support for survivors, with operational readiness still to be verified.

Doctor Shortages Raise Fresh Health Workforce Concerns in Nigeria

Abieyuwa2 weeks ago2 weeks ago0

NMA chapters in multiple states are warning of falling doctor numbers, burnout and uneven distribution, while recruitment struggles to keep pace with attrition.

NAFDAC Uncovers Suspected Counterfeit Alcohol Facility in Aba

Abieyuwa2 weeks ago2 weeks ago0

NAFDAC says a suspected illicit alcohol-production facility was uncovered in Aba, while the operator reportedly fled and distribution of any products remains unverified.

NAFDAC Investigates NYSC Member’s Death at Enugu Camp

Abieyuwa2 weeks ago2 weeks ago0

NAFDAC has collected medicine samples for laboratory analysis after the death of NYSC member Etimbuk Daniel, but no drug-related cause has been established.

Nasarawa Flood Kills Two, Displaces Hundreds Across Doma Communities

Abieyuwa2 weeks ago2 weeks ago0

Flooding across Eke Development Area in Doma LGA has left two people dead and hundreds displaced, according to the Nasarawa State Government.

Ibrahim Ladan-Duguri, four children die in Bauchi road crash

Abieyuwa2 weeks ago2 weeks ago0

Bauchi health agency chief Ibrahim Ladan-Duguri and four of his children died in an October 17 road crash in Alkaleri LGA, while another son survived with injuries.