Oluwafunke Ishola

Nigeria

Business Correspondent at News Agency of Nigeria (NAN)

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Expert urges mass vaccination against meningitis

3 weeks ago | iyamagazine.com | Oluwafunke Ishola

A Professor of Public Health, Prof. Tanimola Akande has called for mass vaccination against cerebrospinal meningitis, especially in the northern part of the country. Akande, A Consultant Public Health Physician, Department of Epidemiology and Community Health, University of Ilorin, Kwara State, said this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday in Lagos.
Lagos records 10 confirmed Diphtheria cases in 3 months

3 weeks ago | newsexpressngr.com | Oluwafunke Ishola

News Express |31st Mar 2025 | 59Lagos Health Commissioner, Prof Akin AbayomiLagos Health Commissioner, Prof Akin AbayomiBy OLUWAFUNKE ISHOLAThe Lagos Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, says the state recorded 10 confirmed cases of diphtheria between Jan. 1 and March 27, 2025. Abayomi said in a statement on Sunday, that health authorities were intensifying efforts to control the outbreak.
Lagos general hospital repairs severe liver injury

4 weeks ago | newsexpressngr.com | Oluwafunke Ishola

News Express |28th Mar 2025 | 7Lagos Health Commissioner, Prof Akin AbayomiLagos Health Commissioner, Prof Akin AbayomiBy OLUWAFUNKE ISHOLAIn a remarkable display of medical expertise and teamwork, the Orile-Agege General Hospital, Lagos, has successfully performed a complex life-saving surgery on a patient with a severe liver injury. The Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Prof.
Technical skills, infrastructure needed to boost cold chain system – Experts - NEWS AGENCY OF NIGERIA

4 weeks ago | nannews.ng | Oluwafunke Ishola |Folashade Adeniran |Magdalene Ukuedojor |Ismail Abdulaziz

By Oluwafunke IsholaStakeholders in the nutrition and cold chain system have stressed the need for an improved technical expertise and infrastructure to strengthen cold chain process for a resilient and sustainable food system. The stakeholders said this during the seventh West African Cold Chain Summit and Exhibition (WACCSE) on Wednesday in Lagos. They spoke during a panel session titled: “Strengthening Cold Chain Infrastructure for Safe and Nutritious Food in West Africa”.
Tooth Loss: Why prompt treatment matters

1 month ago | iyamagazine.com | Oluwafunke Ishola

Neglecting tooth loss can lead to systemic inflammation, increasing the risk of cognitive decline and dementia. Additionally, individuals with mental health disorders often face challenges in maintaining oral hygiene, leading to a higher incidence of dental problems.
Retailer reiterates commitment to women empowerment, sustainable practices

1 month ago | newsverge.com | Oluwafunke Ishola |Kayode Adelowokan

Retail Supermarkets Nigeria Ltd. (RSNL), popularly known as Shoprite, has reiterated its commitment to women’s empowerment and sustainable practices to enhance socio-economic development. Its Interim Chief Executive Officer, Dr Folakemi Fadahunsi, made the commitment while receiving the 2025 CSR Marble Award for Excellence on behalf of the firm in Lagos.
Diphtheria Outbreak: Lagos Govt. activates emergency response at King’s College

1 month ago | newsexpressngr.com | Oluwafunke Ishola

News Express |11th Mar 2025 | 8 Prof Abayomi, Lagos State Health Commissioner Prof Abayomi, Lagos State Health CommissionerBy OLUWAFUNKE ISHOLAThe Lagos State Government has activated its Emergency Response Committee, following the outbreak of diphtheria in the boarding house of King’s College, Lagos, Victoria Island Annex. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the government’s disclosure came following NAN’s publication announcing the outbreak of diphtheria in the school.
BREAKING: Panic over Diphtheria outbreak in King’s College, Lagos

1 month ago | newsexpressngr.com | Oluwafunke Ishola

News Express |9th Mar 2025 | 48A cross-section of Kings College students being sensitised on Diphtheria disease NAN PHOTOA cross-section of Kings College students being sensitised on Diphtheria disease NAN PHOTOBy OLUWAFUNKE ISHOLAParents of students in King’s College, Lagos (KCL), have panicked over reports of suspected Diphtheria outbreak in the school that led to hospitalisation of some students.
Firm seeks training to bridge skills gap in furniture manufacturing

1 month ago | newsverge.com | Oluwafunke Ishola |Kayode Adelowokan

The Founder of Majeurs Academy, Demi Samande, has called for increased training of young artisans to bridge the skill gap and ensure the sustainability of the Nigerian manufacturing industry. Samande made the call on Saturday at the graduation of the academy’s maiden cohort of artisans held at the Trinity House Centre, Lagos.
Firm seeks training to bridge skills gap in furniture manufacturing

1 month ago | newsheadlines.com.ng | Oluwafunke Ishola

40 total views todayBy Oluwafunke IsholaLThe Founder of Majeurs Academy, Demi Samande, has called for increased training of young artisans to bridge the skill gap and sustainability of the Nigerian manufacturing industry. Samande made the call on Saturday at the graduation of the academy’s maiden cohort of artisans held at the Trinity House Centre, Lagos.