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Surrogacy is often discussed in the media from a scientific, social, legal, and policy perspective.

Nigeria's insurance regulator has introduced a comprehensive framework requiring foreign health insurers to obtain approval and partner with local entities before serving Nigerian clients. What compliance obligations must multinational corporations and international insurers now satisfy to continue operating in this market?

The pharmaceutical industry plays an important role in improving health outcomes and extending life expectancy. However, this critical sector is also a significant contributor...

In recent times, there has been a rise in cases of medical negligence in Nigeria ranging from failure of medical practitioners to promptly attend to patient in emergency situations to making wrong diagnosis

A Summary of the Lagos State Infectious Diseases (Emergency Prevention) Regulations 2020

Setting up a manufacturing business in Nigeria requires compliance with several regulatory frameworks to ensure quality, safety, and environmental standards. This guide breaks down the steps

Documentation of patients' data remains paramount towards supporting effective care of patients' health and is in fact mandated by law. Section 25 of the National Health Act 2014...

However, protecting privacy should not be allowed to muscle out the much needed life-saving innovation in the industry.

Technological advances in reproductive health have resulted in an increasing number of options for parents who are unable to have biological children on their own.

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (1948) recognizes dignity, privacy, equality and inalienability of every human

With the pandemic and its associated developments, the ability to timeously and efficiently place orders for drugs and medicine to meet the needs of patients and consumers has become crucial...

The main function of bail is to ensure the presence of the accused at the trial. This criterion is regarded as not only the omnibus one but also the most important of all criteria for granting bail at the trial court.

The rapid advancement of digital technology is revolutionising various sectors globally, and healthcare is no exception.

I write to draw the attention of the Conference of Speakers to the escalating crisis of medical negligence and to urgently advocate for immediate...

Nigeria's digital health sector is growing rapidly as founders, investors and healthcare providers leverage technology to improve access, efficiency and patient engagement.

The Nigerian healthcare system currently faces significant challenges, from outdated infrastructure, and insufficient funding, to a shortage of healthcare professionals.

Over the years, there have been innumerable reports of physical injury and deaths arising from the negligence of doctors, nurses, pharmacists, anesthesiologists, other medical practitioners, and hospitals generally.

Mrs. Okafor, a 52-year-old diabetic patient, was admitted to a private hospital in Lagos for a routine laparoscopic gallbladder removal (a minimal surgical procedure).