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Olubadan, Akintayo, others call for policy reforms to boost local drug production

Adebayo Oladejo — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:31:18 +0000

–As Oyo PSN unveils first five-storey secretariat building The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja; former President of the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN), Pharm. Olumide Akintayo; together with other pharmacy stakeholders, have called for deliberate policy reforms to strengthen local drug manufacturing and enhance medicine security in Nigeria. The call was made […]

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Sir Atueyi’s ideals: Baale calls for integrity, purposeful leadership in healthcare

Adebayo Oladejo — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:16:25 +0000

President of the Nigeria Academy of Pharmacy (NAPharm), Prof. Lere Baale, has charged healthcare professionals and leaders to embrace integrity, purposeful leadership and service as the foundation for creating lasting impact, drawing lessons from the life and enduring legacy of late pharmaceutical journalist and founder of Pharmanews, Sir Ifeanyi Atueyi. Baale gave the […]

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Healthcare providers need financial infrastructure, not just loans — Adebiyi

Temitope Obayendo — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 07:57:10 +0000

The Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Medikia Finance, Adebamijo Adebiyi, has urged stakeholders to prioritise healthcare-focused financial infrastructure over conventional lending, saying sustainable financing systems are critical to strengthening Nigeria’s healthcare delivery. Speaking in an interview, Adebiyi said pharmacies, hospitals, clinics and medical laboratories across the country are grappling with persistent cash […]

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HCPAN demands NHFRA Bill withdrawal, rejects proposed health agency

Adebayo Oladejo — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:00:02 +0000

The Healthcare Providers’ Association of Nigeria (HCPAN) has urged the National Assembly to withdraw the proposed National Health Facility Regulatory Agency of Nigeria (NHFRA) Bill, warning that establishing another regulatory body could create unnecessary duplication, increase healthcare costs and complicate service delivery in the country. HCPAN, the umbrella body representing private healthcare providers in […]

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WAPCP-Nigeria urges expanded consultant pharmacist roles to improve patient safety

Ranmilowo Ojalumo — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:04:16 +0000

–Unveils newsletter at 8th Scientific Conference The Nigeria Chapter of the West African Postgraduate College of Pharmacists (WAPCP) has called for the expansion of consultant pharmacists’ clinical roles across Nigeria’s healthcare system, saying the move is critical to improving patient safety, reducing medication errors and strengthening the country’s health outcomes. The call formed the central message […]

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Sir Ifeanyi Atueyi’s legacy lives on as pharmacy leaders champion integrity, service

Adebayo Oladejo — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:11:52 +0000

Nigeria’s healthcare and pharmaceutical community converged at the Old Great Hall of the College of Medicine, University of Lagos, Idi-Araba, Lagos, on Wednesday for the inaugural Sir Ifeanyi Atueyi Memorial Lecture, held with the theme, “Legacy Beyond Life: Leadership, Integrity and the Power of Enduring Impact,” as stakeholders celebrated the enduring contributions of the […]

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Nurses issue 15-day ultimatum to FG over alleged victimisation of members

Temitope Obayendo — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 20:14:57 +0000

The National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM), Federal Health Institutions (FHI) Sector, has issued a 15-day ultimatum to the Federal Government, demanding urgent intervention over what it described as the victimisation, intimidation and unfair treatment of its members and elected union officials at the Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Barnawa, Kaduna. In a notice, […]

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Peperomia pellucida: Shiny bush, healthy herb

Ngozika Okoye — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 17:52:04 +0000

Peperomia pellucida (Fam. Piperaceae) is an annual, shallow-rooted herb, usually growing to a height of about 15–45 cm (6–18 inches). It is characterised by succulent stems, shiny, heart-shaped fleshy leaves, and tiny, dot-like seeds attached to several fruiting spikes. It has a mustard-like odour when crushed. It is also known by common names such as […]

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ACPN seeks greater integration into NHIA, pry healthcare system

Adebayo Oladejo — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 12:30:59 +0000

-As Unity 2026 Int’l Conference holds in Abuja The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria (ACPN) has called on the Federal Government to accelerate the integration of community pharmacists into the implementation of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) and the country’s primary healthcare system to improve access to quality healthcare and advance universal health […]

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Desire to sustain my husband’s legacy keeps me going – Lady Joan Atueyi

Temitope Obayendo — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:22:36 +0000

For the first time since the passing of her husband on 15 July 2025 at the age of 85, the Matriarch of Pharmanews Ltd, Lady Joan Atueyi, has publicly spoken about life without him, describing his death as a rude shock that still feels unreal. In this exclusive interview with Temitope Obayendo, she recalls […]

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Floods, disease and accountability

Patrick Iwelunmor — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:24:24 +0000

Now that the rainy season is here, Nigerians, must rethink their environmental habits. The practice of dumping refuse into canals must stop, as it has been identified as one of the major causes of flooding, which in turn contributes to the spread of water-borne diseases. Whenever it rains, instead of disposing of waste properly, […]

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WAPCP opens 8th Scientific Conference, urges nationwide consultant cadre implementation

Ranmilowo Ojalumo — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:18:38 +0000

The West African Postgraduate College of Pharmacists (WAPCP), Nigeria Chapter, on Monday commenced its 8th Scientific Conference and Annual General Meeting, where it calls on the Federal Government, state governments and public health institutions to fully implement the consultant pharmacist cadre across the country to improve patient care and medication safety. Speaking during a […]

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Sir Ifeanyi Atueyi maiden memorial lecture holds July 16 (VIRTUAL LINK)

Our Correspondent — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 15:43:07 +0000

Click the link above to watch the Memorial Lecture lIve on Thursday, 16 July, @ 10am. The maiden Sir Ifeanyi Atueyi Memorial Lecture is slated for Thursday, 16 July, at the Old Great Hall, College of Medicine, University of Lagos, Idi-Araba, Lagos. The memorial lecture, themed “Legacy Beyond Life: Leadership, Integrity, and the […]

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Foundations commit about ₦4m to nursing education

Adebayo Oladejo — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 12:26:30 +0000

-As experts advocate professionalism and accountability in patient care The Harafat Oluyedun Foundation and the David Oni Foundation have reinforced their commitment to advancing nursing education and strengthening Nigeria’s healthcare workforce by disbursing scholarships and bursaries totalling about ₦4 million to indigent students at the Oyo State College of Nursing and Midwifery, Eleyele, Ibadan. The […]

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Why we’re honouring Sir Atueyi with memorial lecture – Dozie Atueyi

Patrick Iwelunmor — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 11:20:36 +0000

Ahead of the inaugural Sir Ifeanyi Atueyi Memorial Lecture, Mr Dozie Atueyi, executive director of Pharmanews Limited, speaks on the life, legacy and enduring impact of his father, the late Sir Ifeanyi Atueyi. In this exclusive interview, he shares the inspiration behind the memorial lecture, the values that defined Sir Atueyi’s life, and the […]

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Climate change straining Nigeria’s health system, NAS warns

Temitope Obayendo — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 07:00:48 +0000

Climate change is fast evolving from an environmental concern into a major public health emergency, with devastating consequences for Nigeria’s already fragile healthcare system, the Nigeria Academy of Science (NAS) has warned. The Academy said changing rainfall patterns, recurrent flooding, rising temperatures, environmental degradation and worsening air pollution are fueling disease outbreaks, food […]

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Experts advocate community-based approach to tackling heart disease

Adebayo Oladejo — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 06:06:37 +0000

As Nigeria grapples with a rising burden of non-communicable diseases, healthcare professionals have stressed the need for stronger community-based interventions to promote early detection and prevention of conditions such as hypertension, diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. The call was made during a comprehensive health fair organised by Victory Drugs Pharmacy in partnership with the Festac […]

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BOF-PSN urges Reps, associations to enrol constituents in health insurance

Temitope Obayendo — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 21:02:36 +0000

– Holds 2026 Mid-Year Meeting, Public Lecture July 15–16 The Board of Fellows of the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (BOF-PSN) has called on members of the House of Representatives to dedicate part of their constituency interventions to enrolling vulnerable residents in health insurance schemes as a strategy to reduce out-of-pocket healthcare spending and accelerate Nigeria’s […]

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LASG rescues vulnerable pregnant woman, hands mother, baby to Plateau Govt

Temitope Obayendo — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:45:11 +0000

The Lagos State Health Management Agency’s Assistance in Distress (LASHMA-AID) has rescued a 22-year-old pregnant woman found unconscious on the streets of Lagos, successfully managed her treatment and facilitated the safe handover of both mother and newborn baby to the Plateau State Government. The beneficiary, Tingni Kindness, was formally handed over alongside her baby girl […]

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Ayuba, Ohuabunwa, Lawal Task UNILAG Pharmacy students on borderless career opportunities

Adebayo Oladejo — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:27:14 +0000

-As PANS holds annual symposium Pharmacy students at the University of Lagos have been challenged to look beyond the traditional boundaries of the profession and equip themselves with the skills, innovation and adaptability required to thrive in an increasingly dynamic healthcare ecosystem. The charge was given at the 2026 Symposium of the Pharmaceutical Association of […]

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Integrity: Nigeria’s missing key to healthcare reform

Our Correspondent — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 11:28:35 +0000

One year has passed since the death of Sir Ifeanyi Atueyi, founder and publisher of Pharmanews, yet his influence continues to reverberate across the country’s healthcare landscape. Beyond honouring a distinguished life, his legacy serves as a critical reminder of the transformations the sector urgently needs. As has been repeatedly emphasised by all who […]

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Legacy beyond a lifetime: The law, succession and the preservation of vision

Dozie Ifeanyi Atueyi — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 11:06:20 +0000

Question: What happens when a visionary founder passes on? Ordinarily, this column addresses legal questions affecting healthcare professionals and institutions. However, as Pharmanews dedicates this special memorial edition to the memory of our late Publisher, Sir Ifeanyi Atueyi, it is fitting to reflect on a legal issue that touches every professional, entrepreneur and institution builder: […]

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Lagos PHCs record gains in key maternal, newborn health indicators

Temitope Obayendo — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 18:57:43 +0000

–Decry late antenatal registration With sustained interventions and investments in grassroots healthcare, the Lagos State Primary Health Care Board (LSPHCB) says it has recorded significant improvements in key maternal and newborn health indicators across its Primary Healthcare Centres (PHCs). The Board said the gains were recorded over the period of 2023 to 2025 in four […]

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Olawale Sulaimon: Big-hearted neurosurgeon giving back goodwill that changed his life

Ola Aboderin — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 11:57:57 +0000

Heroes of Healthcare There is a saying that no one truly succeeds alone. Behind every success story lies an act of kindness or an opportunity extended, and the truest expression of gratitude is to show similar kindness to others. This aptly captures the remarkable journey and philosophy of Professor Olawale Sulaimon, one of the most […]

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Health Minister reaffirms commitment to quality healthcare

Adebayo Oladejo — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 11:34:04 +0000

–As NHEA honours Nigeria’s finest The Honourable Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr Iziaq Adekunle Salako, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to building a stronger, more resilient and accessible healthcare system through ongoing reforms, strategic investments, partnerships and policies aimed at improving health outcomes for Nigerians. He committed the 2026 […]

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Onyechi, Awosika, Ohaegbulam Bag NHEA 2026 Lifetime Achievement Awards

Adebayo Oladejo — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 10:39:15 +0000

–As Alpha, Fidson, Codix, Mecure shine in other categories The Nigerian Healthcare Excellence Awards (NHEA) 2026 celebrated some of the country’s most distinguished healthcare icons recently, conferring its prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award on renowned pharmacist and healthcare entrepreneur, Sir Ike Onyechi, alongside healthcare financing expert Dr Ladi Awosika and eminent Neurosurgeon Emeritus Professor Samuel […]

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How necessary are supplements?

Ola Aboderin — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 10:19:05 +0000

In recent years, supplements have become a familiar part of daily life for many elderly people. They are advertised everywhere, from multivitamins to herbal mixtures and imported capsules. And the promise is often better health, more strength, and protection against illness. For some, these products offer support, especially where diet may seem uncertain or […]

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Quality by design, Nigeria’s key to global pharma space – Onyewuenyi

Temitope Obayendo — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 10:05:51 +0000

Nonye Onyewuenyi, PhD, is the CEO and Chief Scientific Officer of Noniks Analytics, USA. A pharmaceutical scientist and global programme management executive, her scientific expertise spans the full translational continuum of drug product development, from pre-formulation science, formulation design, and optimisation, to analytical chemistry. With over two decades of experience, she was a […]

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HEWAN applauds creation of National Health Technology and Data Analytics Office

Temitope Obayendo — Sat, 04 Jul 2026 11:34:06 +0000

–Urges Adigwe to prioritise AMR surveillance, digital health reforms The Health Writers Association of Nigeria (HEWAN) has commended the Federal Government’s creation of the National Health Technology and Data Analytics Office (NHTDAO), urging its pioneer National Coordinator, Dr Obi Peter Adigwe, to make antimicrobial resistance surveillance and other critical digital health interventions top priorities. The […]

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Lagos clarifies HIV data, says figures reflect diagnoses, not infections

Temitope Obayendo — Fri, 03 Jul 2026 12:39:31 +0000

The Lagos State Government has dismissed widespread reports claiming the state recorded the highest number of new HIV infections in Nigeria in 2025, describing the interpretation of the data as inaccurate and capable of fuelling unnecessary fear, stigma and discrimination. Speaking at a press briefing in Alausa, Ikeja, on Thursday, the Chief Executive Officer […]

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