Lagos is adopting a “One Health Strategy” in its fight against the cholera outbreak. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has announced the adoption of the One Health Strategy in response to the recent cholera outbreak in the state. EDITOR’S PICKS Detty December: Tunji Alausa Urges Nigerians In Diaspora To Visit Lagos … Read more
Lagos State and Interswitch have signed a deal for the Smart Health Information Platform. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State’s health sector is set for a revolution with the introduction of the Smart Health Information Platform (SHIP) to transform data transmission and management across all state-owned healthcare facilities. The Lagos State Office of Public … Read more
The Lagos cholera outbreak has reportedly intensified and you can protect yourself with some precautionary measures. Eko Hot Blog reports that the cholera outbreak in Lagos State has taken a turn for the worse, according to multiple accounts on social media. Many Lagos residents have taken to X, formerly known as Twitter, to report the … Read more
Lagos State Health Commissioner, Prof. Akin Abayomi, prioritizes high-quality healthcare meeting international standards. Commitment to positioning Lagos as a medical hub to attract patients regionally and globally, boosting the local economy. Efforts include improving accessibility, mandatory health insurance, and partnerships for knowledge transfer and technological advancements. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Prof. Emmanuel Akinola Abayomi, the Commissioner for Health in Lagos State, has expressed profound gratitude and optimism regarding the Global Fund’s approval of new grants to accelerate the fight against HIV, tuberculosis, and malaria in more than 70 countries, including Nigeria. Editor’s Pick: FG Begins New Expatriate Job Policy, Violators … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa, on Thursday, January 4, 2024, took a tour of the Mainland General Hospital, formerly Infectious Diseases Hospital (IDH), Yaba, Lagos State. The tour was reportedly driven by a desire to witness the nerve center of Lagos State’s COVID … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Ministry of Health and the Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics Nigeria (SOGON), Lagos sector, have committed to working together to combat maternal and child mortality in Lagos State. The parties made the commitment at a recent meeting in the ministry. Led by former National President Prof. Rotimi … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government was recently at the Fidelity International Trade and Creative Connect (FITCC) Expo to make a case for investment opportunities in health and other sectors. FITCC serves as a platform for collaborations and partnerships amongst global businesses in the non-oil export sector, with the aim of building … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that on tuesday, Professor Akin Abayomi, the Commissioner for Health, joined esteemed health policymakers, healthcare professionals from West Africa, and representatives of health donor and partner organizations at the hfn_nigeria Leadership Conference 2023, held in partnership with @medicwestafrica at the Landmark Centre in Lekki, Lagos. The HFN Leadership Conference serves as … Read more
The ‘Ilera Eko’ health insurance scheme kicked off in 2020. Since commencement, enrollees have visited hospitals under the scheme 457,770 times. Malaria cases triggered the highest number of visits with 156,458 visits. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government, on Tuesday, organised the first ILERA EKO Providers’ Forum, just as it solicited more … Read more
A bus conveying civil servants collided with an oncoming train in the morning of March 9, 2023. The accident involved 102 people, with two dying at the scene and four passing away at the hospital during resuscitation. The driver of the bus, who was blamed for the accident, is standing trial for manslaughter. Eko Hot … Read more
The Lagos government expanded the monitoring activities of HEFAMAA. The government engaged seven franchise companies to assist the agency in delivering results. Government officials met with the representatives of the companies on Wednesday. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has rejigged and expanded the monitoring activities of its Health Facility Monitoring and … Read more
The LASHMA launched the service charter for the agency and the ‘ILERA EKO’ health insurance scheme. The Lagos head of service unveiled the charter on Saturday. The HoS hailed the cooperation of ILERA EKO customers. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Health Management Agency (LASHMA) has launched its Service Charter for both the … Read more
Sanwo-Olu Welcomes First Baby Of The Year In Three Hospitals Commends Health Workers for Effective Service Delivery EKO HOT BLOG reports that Wife of the Lagos State Governor, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, has welcomed and presented gift items to the first babies of the year in three public hospitals namely: Harvey Road Health Centre, Onikan Health … Read more
No fewer than 20 pharmacies and patent medicine stores have been shut in Lagos State. EKOHOTBLOG reports that the Lagos State Task Force on counterfeit, fake drugs, and unwholesome processed foods has shut no fewer than 20 pharmacies and patent medicine stores in the state. The closure of the pharmacies and patent medicine stores was … Read more
The Lagos State Commissioner For Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, has explained the reason behind the closure of COVID-19 vaccination centres across the state. According to a statement by Prof. Abayomi on Wednesday, the closure of the centres was due to the conclusion of the first phase of vaccination in line with the directive of the … Read more
The Lagos State Government has begun the construction of new Children’s Hospital in Lagos Island. The state government stated that the construction of a new Children’s hospital was geared towards addressing the challenges encountered at the Massey Street Children’s Hospital. The Lagos State Government has begun the construction of new Massey Street Children’s Hospital located … Read more
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has tested positive for coronavirus. The state health commissioner, Akin Abayomi announced on Saturday. Akin Abayomi said the Governor is currently experiencing “mild symptoms and fatigue typical of a mild case of COVID-19.” READ ALSO:BREAKING: 600 Students Kidnapped As Gunmen Invade School In Kastina He added that Sanwo-Olu is receiving … Read more
By Anonymous Author This coronavirus pandemic has claimed so many valuable lives across the world since it exploded early this year. In Nigeria, especially in Lagos, we seem to be losing count of its victims. It has not been discriminatory in its choice; as it has mauled the low, high and the mighty in our … Read more
– The Commissioner for Health, Prof Akin Abayomi has disclosed has disclosed that COVID-19 cases in Lagos State may reach the peak in August. – The Commissioner made this disclosure during the ongoing media briefing at Bagaulto Kaltho Press Centre. Lagos state Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi has disclosed that COVID-19 cases are likely … Read more