The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan (SAN), has challenged Nigeria’s political parties to strengthen
By Esther Olaoluwa | The Lagos State Government has launched the maiden Digital Health Innovation Challenge as part of efforts
By Esther Olaoluwa | The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting the health and well-being of students
By Michael Omotosho | The Republic of Mauritius has taken a significant leap forward in advancing Africa’s healthcare self-reliance following
A coalition of civil society organisations (CSOs), in collaboration with government institutions and development partners, has unveiled an independent health
For decades, Africa’s battle against tobacco has largely been viewed through the lens of smoking prevention, disease control and public
By Esther Olaoluwa | The Managing Editor of Nigeria Grassroot News, Yinka Olaito, has won the Inclusion and Diversity Award
The West African Journalists for Environment, Science, Health and Agriculture (WAJESHA) has trained Ghanaian journalists, researchers and university administrators on
The Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD), Lagos State Chapter, has called on the Lagos State Government to
By Esther Olaoluwa | Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, has honoured Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, with its Leadership and Service Award
By Michael Omotosho | The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and the Africa Business Council (AfBC) have signed a
By Michael Omotosho | Young leaders from across Nigeria gathered today for the Youth Consultative Forum to help drive the
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INEC Advocates Stronger Internal Democracy, Electoral Reforms Ahead of 2027

The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan (SAN), has challenged Nigeria’s political parties to strengthen internal democracy by conducting transparent, credible, and inclusive primary elections. Amupitan warned that the vast majority of election disputes across…
Lagos State Launches Digital Health Innovation Challenge to Improve Healthcare Delivery

By Esther Olaoluwa | The Lagos State Government has launched the maiden Digital Health Innovation Challenge as part of efforts to strengthen healthcare delivery through technology, bringing together innovators, healthcare professionals, policymakers, development partners and investors to develop practical digital…
Lagos State Government Reaffirms Commitment to Students’ Health at Quarterly School Outreach

By Esther Olaoluwa | The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting the health and well-being of students through its Quarterly School Health Programme, describing good health as essential to academic success and the overall development of young…
Mauritius Partners AUDA-NEPAD to Boost Local Medical Output

By Michael Omotosho | The Republic of Mauritius has taken a significant leap forward in advancing Africa’s healthcare self-reliance following high-level bilateral talks with the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD). The strategic engagement focused on mobilizing investments, accelerating local pharmaceutical…
CSOs Unveil Independent Health Facilities Assessment to Strengthen Accountability in Lagos

A coalition of civil society organisations (CSOs), in collaboration with government institutions and development partners, has unveiled an independent health facilities assessment aimed at strengthening accountability, improving healthcare delivery and generating evidence to support policy reforms across Lagos State. The…
Beyond the Smoke: How ATIM Is Building Africa’s Health Frontline Against Tobacco Industry Influence

For decades, Africa’s battle against tobacco has largely been viewed through the lens of smoking prevention, disease control and public awareness campaigns. But public health experts say the challenge has expanded beyond cigarettes, as tobacco companies continue to adapt their…




