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We Have Not Banned Amoxcillin in Nigeria, NAFDAC Clarifies
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), has debunked reports in some sections of the media indicating that the agency has banned the use of Amoxicillin in Nigeria.
NAFDAC called on the public to…
Dementia Support, Awareness Group Berths in Ebonyi State
A public health advocacy group, the Ebonyi Dementia Support Group (EDSG) has launched programmes aimed at creating awareness and support for caregivers and people living with dementia in the Ebonyi State.
The group which held its…
JUST IN: NAFDAC Commences Enforcement of Ban on Sachet Alcohol
The National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration (NAFDAC), has announced the continuation of enforcement of the ban of sachet alcoholic beverages across the country.
The agency had in December 2025 suspended the…
Group Fetes Special Needs Children, Parents in Ebonyi, Launches Educational Support Services
A non-governmental organisation, the Give Back the Smile Support Group (GBS) on Sunday December 28, 2025 hosted special needs children, their parents, caregivers and friends at the popular Amusement Park grounds,…
Billionaire Businesswoman, Folorunso Alakija Donates N34b Medical Research Centre to Osun State…
Billionaire businesswoman, Mrs. Folorunso Alakija has built and donated a N34 billion medical research and training hospital to Osun State University.
The facility, named the Modupe and Folorunso Alakija Medical Research and…
BREAKING: FG Suspends Sachet Alcohol Ban, Orders NAFDAC to Stand Down
The Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF) has directed the suspension of all actions relating to the proposed ban on sachet alcohol and 200ml pet bottles products, pending the conclusion of consultations and the…
NAFDAC Ban on Sachet Alcohol Under Review as SGF Seeks Health Ministry’s Clarification
The Federal Government is reassessing the proposed enforcement of the ban on sachet alcoholic beverages and 200ml PET bottle spirits scheduled for implementation by December 2025. This follows formal engagement initiated by the…
NAFDAC Destroys N20billion Counterfeit, Expired Products in Ibadan
Nigeria’s National Agency for Food, Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has destroyed counterfeit, unsafe and expired consumer products worth over N20 billion.
The unwholesome products cut across pharmaceuticals,…
AIG Nkechi Eze Appointed Pioneer Director Police Medical Services
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has approved the appointment of AIG Nkechi Eze, as the Pioneer Director, Directorate of Force Medical Services.
The appointment of AIG Eze follows the recent upgrade of the…
Benjamin Kalu Foundation Collaborate with Taiwanese Peace Corps to Reach Over 10,000 Nigerians with…
The Benjamin Kalu Foundation in collaboration with a Taiwanese medical team from Taiwan Root Medical Peace Corps on Wednesday commenced a free medical outreach programme in Bende Federal Constituency, Abia State.
The…