October 29, 2024

How Abandoned Dump Sites Take Over Sokoto Metropolis, Endanger Public Health

76 Environmental expert Nasir Lawal warned that indiscriminate waste disposal has significant implications for both public health and the environment. By Shehu Muhammad Shehu Ibrahim Ali, a 65-year-old resident of the Kofar Dundaye area in Sokoto metropolis, is thankful to God for surviving after falling seriously ill from inhaling smoke at a burned dump site. […]

October 11, 2024

SPECIAL REPORT: Kidney Disease Ravages Jigawa Communities as Death Toll Rises

154 A surge in kidney disease cases has ravaged several communities in Jigawa State, claiming countless lives and leaving families devastated. In this report, Stallion Times reporter Lukman Abdulmalik visited Mezan community in Kafin Hausa Town Local Government Area where about 13 people have recently died of kidney disease. Jigawa State is facing a worsening […]

October 1, 2024

Cross River College Of Nursing Sciences Refutes Extortion Allegations, Allege Students Falsify Fees For Extra Money

166 She warned that further inaccurate reporting could lead to legal action for libel and slander. By TheInvestigator The College of Nursing Sciences, Itigidi, Cross River State, has strongly refuted allegations of extortion made by parents and circulated on social media. The college issued a formal disclaimer, signed by its Provost, Mrs Ruth Ita Ebong, […]

September 9, 2024

Cross River State Government Partners US-Based Organization On Medical Outreach

404 … 25 to 30 experienced professionals, including doctors, nurses, respiratory therapists, paramedics and other specialists, would be on the ground for the 16-day outreach. By Kingsley Agim The Cross River state government says it has concluded plans for a United States-based nonprofit organisation, Sharing Hope Medical Mission, to host a training and surgery medical […]

August 25, 2024

Monkeypox Case Confirmed In Cross River State

506 Ayuk said he has directed the Mpox Emergency Operation Center to be activated immediately, with the Special Adviser to the Governor on Health, Dr Ekpo Ekpo as the Incident Manager. By Kingsley Agim  A monkeypox (Mpox) case has been confirmed in Okoshe community in Obudu local government area of Cross River state, the Ministry […]

August 17, 2024

Cross River State Commissioner For Health Highlights Achievements During First Anniversary Media Chat

341 Addressing members of the press, Dr Ayuk expressed gratitude for the media’s continued support in promoting the health initiatives of Governor Bassey Otu’s administration. By TheInvestigator The Cross River State Commissioner for Health, Dr Henry Egbe Ayuk, marked his first anniversary in the office yesterday with a media briefing held at Calabar’s Ministry of […]

August 13, 2024

How Akwa Ibom Govt. Diverted Millions Of Naira for Legislative, Judiciary And Media Projects

361 Nine months between the nightfall of the Udom Emmanuel administration and dawn of Governor Umo Eno administration, the Government of Akwa Ibom State, in disregard to the State procurement law awarded multi-million-naira contracts across the state judiciary, State Assembly and Ministry of Information. TheMail’s investigation uncovered gross misconduct in the award of contracts that […]

August 2, 2024

Stakeholders Discuss Funding Solutions For TB Interventions In USAID-Supported Roundtable

329 The activity was implemented by the Fund TB Cluster, with support from USAID and Palladium. By Christiana Ofem  A crucial stakeholder roundtable discussion on unlocking funding for tuberculosis (TB) interventions was held in Calabar, bringing together key representatives from various sectors to address the persistent challenges in financing TB-related initiatives.  The event, organized by […]

May 27, 2024

Enough Talk, Where’s The Walk? Ending The Rhetoric On Sickle Cell Bills Implementation BY MARIYA BAGUDO

468 Despite these profound impacts, Nigeria’s response to the sickle cell crisis has been inadequate. Nigeria stands as the global epicenter of sickle cell anaemia, with an alarming annual birth rate of 100,000 to 150,000 affected children. This figure represents 33% of the global total, highlighting a severe health crisis that demands urgent and comprehensive […]

April 6, 2024

Sports Ministry To Promote National Health And Wellness, Support Oil And Gas Industry Games

340 In line with these objectives, the Ministry is exploring initiatives to further promote sports and fitness awareness on a national scale.  By Diana-Mary Nsan The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has emphasized that increased involvement in sports has become expedient, as it will not only enhance individual health and fitness […]

March 12, 2024

“We Can’t Get Help Here”: Abenyo’s Health Centre A Symbol Of Nigeria’s Failing Primary Care

607 Pregnant women forced to travel long distances for medical care, risking complications. By Violet Ikong Abenyo, is one of the communities that make up Calabar Municipality, Cross River State. Though located in the state’s capital, the community suffers from government neglect, which is evident even in its primary healthcare. Like many communities across Nigeria, […]

Trusted Healer Vs. Government Policy: Assiga New Town Fights For Local Deliveries

727 This report highlights the challenges faced by the Patapata Health Post in Assiga New Town, Cross River State after a government directive restricted deliveries at the facility. By Archibong Jeremiah Patapata Health Post in Assiga New Town, Yakurr Local Government Area (LGA) of Cross River State serves five communities – Lefanghi, Okwalike, Patapata, Ikwekali, […]

February 25, 2024

Alert: Cross River Government Warns Of Suspected Viral Haemorrhagic Fever Outbreak

417 They are spread by contact with infected animals, people, or insects. Examples include Ebola and yellow fever. By TheInvestigator Cross River State Government has warned about a possible outbreak of viral hemorrhagic fever in old Ndebeji, Akamkpa Local Government Area. The State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Henry Ayuk said in Calabar on Saturday, noting […]

January 30, 2024

Oke-Oyan Health Center In Kwara Stalls As Ifelodun TIC Chairman Confiscates Its Generator

376 Following the completion of Oke-Oyan Basic Healthcare Center in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, a 17.5 KVA soundproof Perkins generator was given to power the facility. The generator was received by Jide Ashonibare, acting chairman of Ifelodun Local Government Area in 2022. But an investigation by The Informant27’s Abdulrahaman Taye has shown […]

December 16, 2023

Senate President Akpabio Confirms SaharaReporters’ Report, Admits To Slumping After His Birthday Colloquium In Abuja

451 By SaharaReporters Senate President Godswill Akpabio has admitted that he slumped after his birthday colloquium in Abuja, as reported by SaharaReporters. Sources told SaharaReporters on Thursday that the Senate President earlier slumped at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel in Abuja and was rushed to the hospital. President Bola Tinubu and other dignitaries had gathered at […]

November 24, 2023

Inside Taraba Schools Where Lack of Toilets, Clean Water is Exposing Students, Teachers to Health Risks

315 By Aminu Adamu, WikkiTimes In Taraba State, a mind-blowing crisis unfolds within the walls of schools like Mallam Audu Primary School, where pupils like Salma Yusuf are compelled to embark on an unexpected journey home during school hours. This is due to the alarming absence of restroom facilities – a dilemma that forces students […]

November 20, 2023

WHO Donates Lab Commodities, Others To Cross River Government

748 By Blueprint Newspaper The World Health Organisation (WHO) has donated laboratory commodities, surveillance and data tools to Cross River State Government to strengthen surveillance systems, improve routine immunisation and other primary healthcare services across the State. WHO State Coordinator in Cross River, Dr. Ibrahim Salisu, while handing over the items to the Commissioner, Ministry […]

October 23, 2023

How Multi-Million-Naira Contracts Awarded By Cross-River Government Fail To Deliver On Promised Care

557 Amid the award of multimillion-naira contracts, essential healthcare services remain out of reach for many people in Cross River State communities. Primary health care projects, initially promising, now stand incomplete, leaving residents without crucial care. The Parchment’s investigation by Jimmy Jackson, exposes a disturbing pattern of mismanagement, non-execution, and opacity in the state procurement […]

September 22, 2023

Health Care: Cross River Seeks Closer Collaboration With USAID

254 By Asare Asare, Daily Post The Government of Cross River State has restated its desire to closely collaborate with the United States Agency for International Development, USAID, in order to achieve the Universal Health Coverage (UHC). Commissioner for Health, Dr. Henry Egbe Ayuk disclosed this when the USAID team visited him in his office […]

September 20, 2023

INVESTIGATION: Under Gov. Ayade, Cross River Government Awarded 36 Contracts From World Bank Grant In Dubious Manner

1,485 By Archibong Jeremiah The management of the Cross River State College of Nursing and Midwifery Sciences, Itigidi, in Abi Local Government Area, LGA, Cross River State, met the proverbial “judgment day” on Thursday, June 1, 2023, precisely at 9:55 AM. The Registrar, Chief Aji Eko who was on his way to catch up with […]