Health

Why I Write on Metaphysics

June 8, 2026

By Toyin Falola As the saying goes, the intention behind an act is as significant as the action itself. This explains why it is not surprising that someone

Experts seek stronger action against rising drug abuse

June 7, 2026

Experts have called on parents, community leaders, educators and other stakeholders to adopt proactive measures to tackle the growing prevalence of drug abuse, particularly among young people. They

WNTD 2026: Ekiti pledges to update tobacco law

June 5, 2026

Lauds CAPPA The Ekiti State Government has pledged to update its tobacco control law to address the growing availability and use of new and emerging tobacco and nicotine

SSB Tax Bill: CAPPA lauds Senate, urges Reps to help protect citizens’ health

June 3, 2026

Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has commended the Senate for its successful passage of the landmark bill seeking to reform Nigeria’s tax on Sugar-Sweetened Beverages (SSBs),

CAPPA Hails Senate for Passing SSB Tax Review Bill, Urges Reps to Follow Suit

June 3, 2026

“Nigeria cannot afford to delay,” Akinbode said. “We are in the midst of a preventable public health crisis driven by unhealthy diets and weak regulatory frameworks. Strengthening the SSB tax is not just a fiscal measure; it is a life-saving intervention. Lawmakers have taken an important step. Now they must finish the job.”

WHO urges ban on flavoured tobacco, nicotine products to protect youth

June 1, 2026

The World Health Organization (WHO) has called on governments to ban flavours and additives, including menthol, in tobacco and nicotine products to protect children and young people from

WNTD 2026 and ‘World Vape Day’ Scam

June 1, 2026

By Robert Egbe In 2009, Brazil banned electronic smoking devices (including e-cigarettes, heated tobacco products, and other emerging nicotine delivery systems. However, a loophole in the law

Experts doubts Ebola preparedness in FCT, cite handwashing infrastructure gaps

May 28, 2026

Public health experts have warned that infrastructure deficits and economic constraints, not ignorance, are undermining hand hygiene compliance in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), raising concerns over Ebola preparedness

CAPPA’s new documentary ‘Sweet Poison’ exposes health, environmental dangers of sugary drinks

May 21, 2026

Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has premiered a new documentary, “Sweet Poison”, casting a critical light on the widespread consumption of Sugar-Sweetened Beverages (SSBs) in Nigeria

WHO Awards: CAPPA hails Films Censors Board, Nigerian Profs

May 20, 2026

Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has congratulated the National Film and Video Censors Board and two distinguished Nigerian-born public health experts for winning the World Health

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