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The increasing demand for alternative reproductive methods has significantly advanced the field of In Vitro Fertilization (IVF). As a crucial aspect of Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ART)...

According to industry statistics, Nigeria's Insurance Penetration Rate (IPR) in 2013 was 0.39%, declining from 0.48% in 2010.

Due to the impact of the lockdown initiatives caused by COVID-19, adapting to the health and safety protocols across Africa has meant a significant increase in the sheer volume...

The evolution of technology, ongoing research and an unending quest for solutions to health issues brought about the concept of bioethics.

Patient safety is a fundamental principle of health care. Globally, patient safety has been recognized as a public health challenge.

As Nigeria continues to experience a surge in technology adoption, the digital health sector is fast becoming a viable avenue for improving healthcare access and delivery.

On 24 September 2026, the Ogun State House of Assembly passed the Ogun State Safe Termination of Pregnancy Bill, 2026 (H.B. No. 036/OG/2026). The Bill seeks to establish a legal framework for the termination of pregnancy in specified circumstances, with the stated objectives of reducing maternal morbidity and mortality and promoting safe motherhood and reproductive health

Dr. Adeyulu, a medical practitioner and a specialist respiratory physician in Nigeria, had taken out an Originating Summons on 3rd September 2020 to query the Respondents' insistence ...

In an era defined by rapid technological advancements, the healthcare sector stands at the forefront of innovation.

Q2 2026 marked a pivotal period for Nigeria's health and pharmaceutical sector, as the government shifted from broad policy statements to concrete implementation measures. What do the new National Malaria Strategic Plan, emergency medical response initiatives, and digital pharmacy regulations mean for healthcare operators, investors, and service providers navigating this evolving regulatory landscape?

As Africa's most populous country and with an average five year real growth rate of 5% between 2011 and 2015, Nigeria is ranked as one of the fastest growing economies in the world.

The resumed sixth session of the Intergovernmental Working Group (IGWG) on the WHO Pandemic Agreement, held from 27 April to 1 May 2026, concluded without finalizing the much-anticipated Pathogen Access and Benefit Sharing (PABS) system annex.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a transformative technology that has revolutionized various sectors, including healthcare, transportation, finance, education, and manufacturing.

The International Federation of Fertility Societies (IFFS) 2025 Tokyo Declaration affirms reproductive health as a fundamental right, calling on governments and healthcare institutions to ensure equitable access to fertility care.

Apart from feeble attempts by health authorities and efforts of charitable organizations, little has been done in Nigeria and a host of underdeveloped and developing economies to tackle the issue of mental health and indeed the law governing that very field of Medicare.

The pharmaceutical industry faces a critical challenge: balancing the need to reward innovation through patents with ensuring access to life-saving medications. This article examines how developing economies like Nigeria can structure patent ecosystems that encourage pharmaceutical innovation while maintaining affordable access to essential medicines, exploring mechanisms such as voluntary licensing, compulsory licensing, and differential pricing.

The rapid advancement of Artificial Intelligence is reshaping industries across the globe and healthcare is no exception. AI technologies are revolutionizing the way patient care is delivered..

Long before digital health platforms existed, medical ethics treated patient information as confidential. The Hippocratic tradition reflects this clearly, requiring doctors to keep private whatever...