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Experts demand regulation of DNA test standards
Experts are demanding increased regulation of the standard of DNA testing methods as concerns about paternity fraud and DNA disputes rise.
Emeka Obiodunukwe, CEO of DemyHealth, a genetic diagnostic company,...
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NAFDAC blacklists Indian pharmaceutical company over deadly painkillers
By Matthew DenisThe National agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has blacklisted an Indian company named Aveo Pharmaceuticals producer of Tapentadol...
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How to keep Nigeria’s health billions at home
The growing contribution of health-related travel to Africa’s airline industry, coupled with the relentless outflow of funds for overseas medical treatments, has reignited expert...
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NAFDAC introduces new technology to combat counterfeit medical products
Its Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, said the agency introduced GreenBook, Traceability Project, and Pediatric Policy to combat counterfeit medical products.Adeyeye, represented by Mr Bitrus...
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Africa vaccine manufacturers to get WHO approval for eight vaccines from 2025 — Africa CDC
Africa’s push for vaccine self-sufficiency is gaining momentum, with three manufacturers on track to secure World Health Organization (WHO) prequalification for eight vaccines between...
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Real story behind Nigeria’s drug market raid
The narrative surrounding Nigeria’s recent drug market raid has been dangerously skewed. What many perceive as heavy-handed overreach is, in reality, a complex struggle...
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First lady distributes 10,000 kits to midwives in North-West
The presentation took place on Monday in Kaduna, marking a significant step in the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI).The kits, which include crocs and scrubs,...
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India bans opioids fuelling Nigeria’s drug abuse
Indian authorities have banned two dangerous opioids found fuelling youth abuse of drugs in Nigeria and other parts of West Africa. In a response...
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Kwara: Community pharmacists screen 100 women to detect breast, cervical cancer
The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria (ACPN), Kwara State branch, on Thursday screened 100 women to detect breast and cervical cancer.
The screening was...
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Indian pharma company linked to West Africa’s escalating opioid crisis – Report
By Omolola Dede AdeyanjuAn explosive investigation by BBC Eye has revealed the alarming role of an Indian pharmaceutical company in aggravating the opioid epidemic...
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How Nigeria’s youth opioids abuse fuels million-dollar Indian enterprise
As street popularity of opioids abuse booms and Nigeria’s youths grapple with addiction, a quiet Indian pharmaceutical company is driving huge profits and creating...