[ad_1] The Breast Cancer Association of Nigeria (BRECAN) says lack of early detection and treatment of breast cancer have kept the ailment as the leading cause of death among Nigerian women. The National President of BRECAN, Tolu Taiwo, stated this in Ibadan on Saturday during a Breast Cancer Sensitisation programme. Mrs Taiwo said the prevalence…
[ad_1] Japan’s dangerous move. Illustration: Liu Rui/GT Japan’s irresponsible decision to dump nuclear-contaminated water has again triggered international anger as it kicked off a second round with the Chinese Embassy in Japan expressing strong opposition to the country’s unilateral move, which is passing on the risk of radioactive contamination to the world. The dumping of…
[ad_1] Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has directed the immediate rehabilitation of Sir. Sanusi General Hospital, Kano. This is contained in a statement by his press secretary, Bature Dawakin-Tofa, in Kano on Saturday. Mr Yusuf gave the order during a surprise assessment visit to the hospital. He expressed dismay over the level of the…
[ad_1] There’s nothing wrong with potatoes, although many popular diets spurn spuds. To me, if it grows out of the ground, it’s OK to eat. Of course, the real issue is what kind of diet is best for you and your health conditions. But you just about can’t avoid potatoes in the United States. Here…
[ad_1] Funke Akindele, the Nigerian filmmaker, has opened up about her struggles on the path to success in Nollywood. In a recent chat with Toke Makinwa, the actress recalled how she was denied movie roles due to her physical appearance. The 46-year-old film star said the bullying took a toll on her emotional health. “While…
[ad_1] The National Assembly has pledged an improved budgetary provision for cancer care in the country. Chairmen of health committees of the 10th National Assembly made the pledge at the legislative dialogue on health in Lagos. The dialogue, with the theme: ‘Sustainable Cancer Care Financing in Nigeria’, was convened by the Senate committee chairman on…
[ad_1] The Kwara government says it will distribute over two million Integrated Insecticide Treated Nets (IITNs) across the 16 local government areas of the state. This is contained in a statement in Ilorin on Saturday by the press secretary, Kwara Ministry of Women Affairs, Hamdalat Temitope. The statement said the Commissioner for Women Affairs, Abosede…
Gom Mirian As Nigeria takes steps towards de-carbonisation of its transport sector, the Environmental Health Council of Nigeria (EHCON) has announced a new partnership with US-based organisation, 3DATX Africa, on vehicular emission testing. Dr Yakubu Baba, the Registrar, EHCON, who made the announcement, said the partnership with 3DATX Africa is aimed at improving air quality…
Despite several campaigns against Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) in Nigeria, the practice persists because advocates continue to support the act despite laws criminalising it, writes Jumoke Olasunkanmi. A practice that has lingered for generations, FGM is a deeply rooted cultural tradition that continues to affect the lives of countless girls and women. Supporters of FGM,…
[ad_1] The medical director of the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Ebute Metta, Lagos, Dr Adedamola Dada, says the completion of the hospital cancer centre will crash the cost of cancer care in the country. Mr Dada told journalists in Lagos that the centre, which would be the first government-owned cancer centre, would ensure that more…
