Healthcare Archives

Sep

10

2026

CMDs And MDs Of Federal Tertiary Hospitals In Nigeria Praise Gov Otti’s Health Sector Reforms And Investments

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...As Abia Promises Medical Directors Ongoing Healthcare Transformation Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, the Executive Governor of Abia State, has earned high praise from the Committee of Chief Medical Directors (CMDs) and Medical Directors (MDs) of Federal Tertiary Hospitals in Nigeria for his administration’s impactful reforms and investments in the health sector. This recognition came during a gala night organized by the Abia State Government for the CMDs and MDs at the Michael Okpara Auditorium in Umuahia, coinciding with the 115th Quarterly Meeting of the Committee. At the event, Deputy Governor Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu, FNSE, represented Governor Otti and reassured…

Jun

21

2026

By Amos Oge Kalu

Engr Emetu Charges Health Workers On Accountability, Community Ownership At Abia PHC Review Meeting

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Column, Health, News, Opinion, PoliticsAbia State, Health, Healthcare, Ikechukwu Emetu, Opinion

UMUAHIA — Abia State Deputy Governor, Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu, has called on healthcare workers and stakeholders to strengthen accountability, improve service delivery, and promote community ownership of health facilities as the state intensifies efforts to build a more efficient primary healthcare system. Emetu made the call on Tuesday while declaring open the Second Quarter Primary Health Care Review Meeting held at the Government House, Umuahia. The Deputy Governor reaffirmed the commitment of Governor Alex Otti's administration to strengthening primary healthcare across the state, describing quality healthcare as a key pillar of the government's development agenda. He commended stakeholders for the…

Dec

22

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

iGOglobal’s “Iroko African Root” Receives Acclaim for Holistic Health Benefits

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Lagos, Nigeria - 22nd December, 2025 iGOglobal International, the global producer of the highly regarded Iroko African Root, is proud to announce the growing success and public applause for its flagship product, often referred to as the "Happy Healthy Family" drink. Iroko African Root is a scientifically researched and clinically formulated herbal supplement crafted from 100% organic, indigenously sourced ingredients. Designed to support the body’s natural detoxification processes, the formula focuses on purifying the blood, rejuvenating cells, and enhancing both circulation and energy levels for optimal vitality. “Our mission with Iroko African Root is to provide a bridge between indigenous…

Dec

13

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Abia Tops Southeast States In NGF Primary Healthcare Leadership Challenge; Wins USD500,000 Prize.

Abia State, Health, Metro, NewsAbia State, Healthcare, Metro, Nigeria, Politics

Abia State has emerged as the best performed State among the South East States in the 2025, Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF) Primary Healthcare (PHC) leadership Challenge Awards Night, held on December 12th, at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Center, Abuja, winning a cash prize of USD500, 000, beating its last year performance where it emerged as runner up to Anambra State and won a cash Prize of USD400,000. According to the organizers of the event, “the challenge is designed to periodically measure and benchmark progress by States across a set of PHC system indicators underpinned by a Performance Monitoring…

Nov

13

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

2025 International Day of the Blind: Throwback to Onyeizu’s Vision That Restored Sight to 67 Blind Patients in Bayelsa

Abia State, Health, Metro, News, Social IssuesAbia State, Health, Healthcare, Nigeria, Onyeka Onwenu, Opinion

As the world marks the 2025 International Day of the Blind, one inspiring story from over two decades ago still shines brightly, and remains a timeless reminder that one person’s vision and compassion can illuminate many lives. In 2003, while serving as a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member in Kaiama, Bayelsa State, Onyeizu accomplished what many thought impossible. Through sheer determination and an unshakable sense of purpose, he attracted a team of eye-care specialists from the United Kingdom to Nigeria. Their mission: to bring light back into the lives of those living in darkness. By the end of that…