Health

Pandemic Profiteering: How State Capture Exploits Crisis – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Pandemic Profiteering: How State Capture Exploits Crisis – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Pandemic Profiteering: How State Capture Exploits Crises The recent outbreak in China has sparked widespread concern, and as of now, there isn't sufficient information available to provide a comprehensive scientific review with specific statistics, figures, and facts. However, I can provide some general insights and context based on the available data. China has been actively responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, and according to Our World in Data, the country has made significant progress in controlling the spread of the virus ¹. The data shows that China has implemented various measures, including vaccination campaigns, testing, and contact tracing. In terms of…
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The Truth About China’s Mysterious Disease: Are We Being Told The Whole Story? – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Truth About China’s Mysterious Disease: Are We Being Told The Whole Story? – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Truth About China's Mysterious Disease: Are We Being Told the Whole Story? The COVID-19 pandemic had sparked intense debate and speculation about its origins. While the dominant narrative posits that the virus emerged naturally from an animal source, several theories suggest that its appearance may not be entirely coincidental. One such theory proposes that COVID-19 could be a laboratory-created virus, engineered through gain-of-function research or other means. The lab-leak hypothesis gained significant traction in 2020, with some scientists and experts suggesting that the virus may have escaped from the Wuhan Institute of Virology in China. This theory is fueled…
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Hardship: President Tinubu Floats Company To Bring Down Food, Drug Prices

Hardship: President Tinubu Floats Company To Bring Down Food, Drug Prices

Hardship: Tinubu Floats Company To Bring Down Food, Drug Prices President Bola Tinubu said yesterday the Federal Government hopes to bring down the price of food and promote local manufacturing of essential drugs and other medical supplies through the establishment of a National Credit Guarantee Company in the new year. Tinubu, who disclosed this in his New Year nationwide broadcast to the nation, also asked states to key into the federal government’s Compressed National Gas, CNG, programme to reduce the cost of transportation for Nigerians. The President equally said the youth confab he promised in the aftermath of the #EndBadGovernance…
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OBU OHAFIA Holds Ohafia LGA Unity Marathon 2024 On 29th December (Read Details)

OBU OHAFIA Holds Ohafia LGA Unity Marathon 2024 On 29th December (Read Details)

OBU OHAFIA Holds Ohafia LGA Unity Marathon 2024 On 29th December (Read Details) OBU Ohafia has scheduled OHAFIA LGA MARATHON for December 29, 2024 in Ohafia LGA, Abia State. Time: 7am to 10am. According to the Local Organizing Committee Chairman, Chief Ibe Ojo, Obu Ohafia Association is a human development and ifra-techno progression group consistent with their obligations to promote human and infrastructural developments andcohesion among our communities and individuals through conceptualized interfaces that encourage prosperity in our communities while promoting our rich cultural heritage. The Marathon aims to promote physical fitness, enhance community spirit, and encourage healthy lifestyles and…
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The Health Of The African Must Be Sustained Through Nutrition And Healthy Lifestyle, Not Medicines Nor Vaccines – By Maazi Obinna Agommuo

The Health Of The African Must Be Sustained Through Nutrition And Healthy Lifestyle, Not Medicines Nor Vaccines – By Maazi Obinna Agommuo

THE HEALTH OF THE AFRICAN MUST BE SUSTAINED THROUGH NUTRITION AND HEALTHY LIFESTYLE, NOT MEDICINES NOR VACCINES. “Let Food be thy Medicine and Medicine be thy Food” says Hippocrates, the great Greek Physician and Philosopher in 440 BC. Sometime ago, I wrote an article on Healthy Lifestyles and promised to further insight into the subject matter with proof as I was challenged then to do so.This attached photo of myself in blue suit on the left side of the photograph was taken on 5th of November 2019 at Uyo Akwa Ibom State Nigeria while the one on the right side…
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COVID Variant XEC: FGN Responds To Reports Of It In Nigeria

COVID Variant XEC: FGN Responds To Reports Of It In Nigeria

FG Reveals Important Update On Reports Of COVID Variant XEC In Nigeria The Federal Government has confirmed that the COVID-19 variant XEC has not been detected in Nigeria, dispelling recent rumors and fears circulating on social media. In a statement released on Saturday, Mr. Alaba Balogun, Deputy Director of Information and Public Relations at the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, emphasized the importance of addressing misinformation regarding the resurgence of COVID-19 in the country. He referred to a letter dated December 5, 2024, with the reference number DHS/INSPDIV/017/VOL.1/46, which erroneously implied the presence of the variant in Nigeria. “While…
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NAFDAC Notifies Nigerians On Fake Anti-Malaria Drug In Circulation

NAFDAC Notifies Nigerians On Fake Anti-Malaria Drug In Circulation

NAFDAC Notifies Nigerians On Fake Anti-malaria Drug In Circulation The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has notified the general public of the sale of counterfeit combiart (Artemether Lumefantrine 20/120mg) Dispersible Tablet in Nigeria. The notification is in a public alert marked: No. 043/2024, issued on NAFDAC website, disclosing the date of manufacturing of the drug to be Feb. 2023 and June 2023. It equally gave the expiring date of the drug as May 2026 and June 2026, as well as Batch No: 7225119 with NAFDAC Reg No: A11-0299. The agency equally gave the manufacturer name…
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Warning Against Unauthorized Medical Outreaches And Health Events In ABIA State

Warning Against Unauthorized Medical Outreaches And Health Events In ABIA State

PRESS RELEASE: WARNING AGAINST UNAUTHORIZED MEDICAL OUTREACHES AND HEALTHCARE EVENTS IN ABIA STATE. . The attention of the Ministry of Health Abia State has been drawn to unauthorized delivery of healthcare services and distribution of drugs to the public by uncertified persons under the guise of free medical mission in Abiriba, Ohafia Local Government Area. Those conducting this medical outreach did not seek or obtain approval from the Abia State Ministry of Health. Preliminary reports indicate that medications distributed during this outreach may have caused adverse drug reactions among unsuspecting recipients. Identified victims of these untoward medical events are currently…
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High Chief Rachael Ezinne Ukeju In Collaboration With Deputy Mayor Eme Iro Eme And Others Renovates Public Toilet In Mgbaga Ebem Ohafia

High Chief Rachael Ezinne Ukeju In Collaboration With Deputy Mayor Eme Iro Eme And Others Renovates Public Toilet In Mgbaga Ebem Ohafia

High Chief Rachel Ezinne Ukeju In Collaboration With Deputy Mayor Eme Iro Eme And Others Renovates Public Toilet in Mgbaga Ebem Ohafia Enyioma Hon. High Chief Rachael Ezinne Ukeju (FOUNDER/GLOBAL PRESIDENT OF ENYIOMA OHAFIA INTERNATIONAL LADIES ASSOCIATION; AKANEMEPURU OHA 1 OF AMAEKPU OHAFIA, OMEREOHA UGWUONYIRIEGBE, ADA EJI EJE MBA 1 OF IGBERE) , GOLDEN MOTHER, saw the dilapidated State of the public toilet and championed the reconstruction to a modern public toilet to the delight of the entire Mgbagha Ebem Community. Hon. Eme Iro Eme, Deputy Mayor of Ohafia LGA, has commissioned the renovated public toilet in Mgbaga Ebem Ohafia…
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Healthy ABIA, Happy People – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Healthy ABIA, Happy People – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Healthy Abia, Happy People Abia State, located in the southeastern region of Nigeria, is poised for growth and development under the leadership of Governor Alex Otti. With a comprehensive framework for healthy and vibrant population management, the state aims to improve the quality of life for its citizens through effective management, ensuring they are healthy, educated, and economically empowered. Vision for a Brighter Future The state's vision is built on five key objectives: improving healthcare access and outcomes, enhancing education and skills development, promoting economic growth and job creation, fostering social cohesion and community engagement, and ensuring environmental sustainability. To…
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