…bringing that income home to Ekiti. That is how education becomes wealth," he said. The healthcare investor also advocated reliable energy as an important enabler of education, healthcare, small businesses and industrial development. He proposed the development of renewable-energy-powered microgrids across the state's…

…requires sustained commitment and collaboration among government, development partners, healthcare providers, traditional and religious leaders, civil society organisations and communities.” She urged traditional and religious leaders to support the dissemination of accurate health information and encourage constructiv…

…fever. Speaking with Daily Trust, he said he initially took them to Kabuga Primary Healthcare Centre, but as their conditions worsened, they were referred to the Infectious Diseases Hospital (IDH), the facility designated by the state government to manage diphtheria cases. According to him, two of his children d!ed on…

…MTN Group Foundation are partnering to deploy AI and digital tools to improve maternal healthcare and help detect pregnancy complications early in Nigeria. Gates Foundation Nigeria Country Director, Uche Amaonwu, said the initiative would provide digital tools to 500,000 women, 5,000 health workers and 500 primary heal…

…that increased revenues provided the opportunity to improve infrastructure, education, healthcare, and water services. He said greater spending efficiency, accountability and improved service delivery were essential to ensuring that additional public resources benefited Nigerians. The bank acknowledged improvements in…

…to migration. He said the government’s approach was to expand the domestic pipeline of healthcare professionals while also creating conditions that could encourage skilled Nigerians abroad to return. The Provost of LASUCOM, Olufemi Idowu, and other officials attended the handover. The repurposed facility is expected to…

…Chukwu, Abuja ABUJA — The Federal Government has activated more than 1,400 primary healthcare centres, PHCs, across the country to provide primary eye care services as part of efforts to expand access to quality eye care and reduce avoidable blindness. The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr Iziaq Adeku…

…use AI and digital tools to benefit 500,000 women, 5,000 health workers and 500 primary healthcare facilities in Nigeria Nigeria has rolled out several interventions to reduce maternal deaths, yet the burden remains high. What gaps does the Foundation’s investment in AI-enabled tools and digital health seek to close? I…

…teachers and educatorsThe range of professions covered is notably broad, stretching from healthcare workers such as doctors and pharmacists to educators, engineers, and technology managers.What Nigerians considering japa route should knowFor Nigerians exploring opportunities abroad, particularly through the ongoing jap…

…salary foreigners need to qualify for the Health and Care Worker visa. Stock image of a healthcare worker for illustration purposes only. Photo Image, WPA PoolImagesEach occupation code carries its own going rate, and workers can check where their role falls using the government's going rates table.UK healthcare worker…

…Victoria Island, in Lagos is expected to focus attention on the widening gaps in mental healthcare for young Nigerians, particularly the need for earlier intervention, accessible services and stronger support systems. The event is themed “Advancing Youth Mental Health in Nigeria,” with “Mental Health in a Digital Age:…

…on the Federal Government to urgently address the cost of food, transport, housing, healthcare, and educationPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!Legit.ng journalist Ridwan Adeola Yusuf has over nine years of experience covering politics, elections,…

…the pressure on workers, particularly by addressing the cost of food, transportation, healthcare, housing and education, while also improving national security. FG moves to review labour laws Meanwhile, the Zonal Director, Southwest and State Controller, Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment, Mrs Mienye Badejo, sai…

…concerns over Idenyi's alleged suspension from Ebonyi State University and Nigeria's healthcare systemPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Legit.ng journalist Adekunle Dada has over 8 years of experience covering basic and tertiary education in Nigeria and worldwide.Abakaliki, Ebonyi Sta…

…was reportedly part of the “Gen Z nurses” challenge, a social media trend involving healthcare workers dancing in clinical environments.The video also contained a Pidgin English caption which read: “No fall sick o, na Gen Z full hospital now.”The clip was reportedly recorded on the premises of Madonna University’s Elel…

…challenges.” Olajide said there was a need for greater government attention to mental healthcare, noting that access to treatment remained limited, while many patients still paid for services out of pocket. He said, “Less than 10% (per cent) of people have access to care, and most of this care is also out-of-pocket. He…

…recorded in the sector. He also cited periodic pension enhancements, the PENCARE healthcare initiative and expansion of pension coverage among notable developments. The pensioners’ chairman, however, called for stronger collaboration between PenCom and retirees to address outstanding challenges facing beneficiaries und…

…his colleague and friend Cjay.Okoye raised serious concerns about the state of Nigeria's healthcare system in the wake of the actor's death.In a heartfelt tribute posted on Instagram on Wednesday, 30 September, Okoye described Cjay's death as devastating and entirely too sudden. According to him, the late actor died at…

…for medical treatment in India. The centre will be powered by GetWellGo, an India-based healthcare consulting company that assists international patients with their medical journey to India. Located at Suite A0, UYK Hexahub, Balanga Crescent, Garki Area 11, Abuja, the Fortis Information Centre provides a local point of…

…and productivity, with adverse implications for the quality, safety and continuity of healthcare service delivery at the tertiary facility. It stressed that, in line with international labour standards, including ILO Conventions 87 and 98 on freedom of association and the right to organise and bargain collectively, and…

…the people and make movement easier. “It will also improve access to farms, schools and healthcare facilities. For students, good roads mean easier and safer movement to and from their institutions.” Afeez said the NANS leadership was in Kaduna for an extraordinary Senate meeting and decided to use the opportunity to i…

…9, 2026, at the Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos, will focus on the state of mental healthcare in Nigeria, particularly the growing mental health challenges confronting young people. The summit is themed, “Advancing Youth Mental Health in Nigeria through Access, Action and Advocacy,” with the sub-theme, “Mental Hea…

…as part of a social media trend known as the “Gen Z nurses” challenge, featuring healthcare workers dancing in clinical settings. The video contained a Pidgin English caption reading: “No fall sick o, na Gen Z full hospital now.” An AI-enhanced photo of the nursing students in the viral video By Saturday evening, the T…

…2. He stated that the policies of the Tinubu-led administration has spiked the cost of healthcare in Nigeria, which also affected his mother, who passed away in July. Reacting to Amaechi's remarks, Wike accused the former governor of using his late mother's de@th to play politics. Wike said he was particularly disturbe…

…praying for their safe return.” Also speaking, Mr Bafunsho Olayiwola, a psychiatric healthcare personnel at the State Hospital, Ring Road, Ibadan, appealed to Nigerians and the authorities to intervene urgently to secure the release of the abducted graduates. He said, “Bandits came out to kidnap them. Ten were rescued…