Lagos State has transited to the most important stage in its rollback strategy against malaria — a killer disease that records 200,000 fatalities annually in Nigeria. The state became the first sub-national in the country to launch the Pathway to Malaria Pre-Elimination and Digitisation Programme — an initiative aimed at reducing the malaria burden through digital innovation and strengthened public-private …

The Lagos State government, yesterday, explained that the strain of cholera in Lagos is highly aggressive and contagious. Lagos has recorded 17 confirmed cases of cholera and 15 fatalities so far. It also said laboratory investigation has confirmed the strain to be cholera sub-type O-1, adding that the subtype is associated with more severe diseases. The Commissioner for Health, Professor …

The Lagos State Ministry of Health has issued a health advisory ahead of Sunday’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final between Nigeria and hosts Côte d’Ivoire. At least five people, including a former member of the House of Representatives, Dr. Cairo Ojougboh died in different circumstances while watching Wednesday night’s AFCON semifinal between Nigeria and South Africa, which the Super Eagles …