The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr Morufu Tunji Alausa, has called for decisive and innovative actions to tackle the intertwined challenges of gender inequality and poverty in Nigeria and across Africa. He made the call on Thursday At the 2024 Gender and Inclusion Summit, held in Abuja. Speaking to an audience … Read more
The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr Morufu Tunji Alausa, has advocated for enhanced safety in the practice of herbal medicine across Nigeria. He made this call on Tuesday during his speech at the 2024 African Traditional Medicine Day celebration, held at the Education Hall of the Federal Ministry of Education, Abuja. … Read more
The Honourable Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Morufu Tunji Alausa, has called on the leadership of federal tertiary hospitals across Nigeria to ensure the continuous functioning of hospitals despite the challenges posed by strikes. Speaking during the quarterly meeting of the Committee of Chief Medical Directors and Medical Directors of Federal … Read more
The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr Morufu Tunji Alausa, has lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his exceptional commitment to the Nigerian health sector, EKO HOT BLOG reports. Speaking at the quarterly meeting of the Committee of Heads of Federal Tertiary Hospitals held in Abuja, Dr Alausa highlighted President Tinubu’s efforts … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a 50 percent electricity subsidy for federal universities, polytechnics, colleges of education, and various teaching hospitals. The announcement was made by Dr. Tunji Alausa, Minister of State for Health, during a press briefing in Kaduna. Dr. Alausa highlighted that the Ministry of Power is currently working on the details … Read more
The Federal Government is set to establish a National Health Care Facility Regulatory Agency to enhance the quality and safety of healthcare services across Nigeria. Tunji Alausa, Honourable Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, made this disclosure during the inauguration of the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria’s (MLSCN) Technical Team on National … Read more
Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has set targets for Dr. Adeleke Adeshola Kaka, the new acting Medical Director for the Federal Medical Center (FMC) in Epe, Lagos State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the minister spoke on Tuesday while presenting Kaka’s appointment letter to him. President Bola Tinubu had … Read more
Dr. Tunji Alausa confirmed Dr. Rufai Abdul Dachi as the acting Medical Director of FMC Misau. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu has appointed Dr. Rufai Abdul Dachi as the new acting Medical Director for the Federal Medical Center (FMC) in Misau, Bauchi State. The announcement was made by Dr. Tunji Alausa, Nigeria’s Minister … Read more
Nigeria’s Minister of State for Health announces a comprehensive plan to address the country’s high mother-to-child HIV transmission rate, aiming for an AIDS-free generation. Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigeria’s Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has outlined the Federal Government’s plan to address the country’s high rate of mother-to-child … Read more
The Director-General of the National Agency for Food, Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Professor Mojisola Adeyeye, has expressed her appreciation for the recent waiver on drug imports granted by President Tinubu’s administration. Eko Hot Blog reports that Adeyeye added that in her six years as NAFDAC DG, she has never felt as relieved as she … Read more
ANPA and MDCN signed an MoU to secure WFME accreditation for Nigeria’s medical education, aiming to enhance healthcare standards and integrate diaspora physicians into the local system. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a landmark development for Nigeria’s healthcare sector, the Association of Nigerian Physicians in the Americas (ANPA) and the Medical and Dental Council … Read more
Federal government bans use of foreign syringes and needles in hospitals NAFDAC to stop issuing import licenses for these medical supplies Directive aims to support local manufacturing and protect domestic industry Eko Hot Blog reports that spearheading a push to bolster Nigeria’s domestic manufacturing capabilities, the Minister of State for Health, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu‘s led government has approved the disbursement of N25 billion to the National Primary Healthcare Development Agency (NPHCDA) and the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA). The development was confirmed by the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Ali Pate. Editor’s Picks Hardship: Kebbi Residents Go On Looting … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that in an impassioned plea to Nigerian doctors, the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Tunji Alausa, urged them not to succumb to the temptation of seeking greener pastures abroad, assuring them that the current hardships are temporary and that better days lie ahead. Editor’s Pick: FG Begins New … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Dr. Tunji Alausa, the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, has announced that the Federal Government intends to send medical personnel abroad for specialized training. This initiative aims to curb medical tourism and promote research in the field. Editor’s Pick Military Welcomes Sunday Igboho’s Offer To Combat Insecurity … Read more
The 37th African Union (AU) summit is ongoing in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. President Tinubu is participating in the summit alongside other African leaders. The Nigerian leader is in Addis Ababa with his ministers and other aides. Eko Hot Blog reports that, in a strategic move ahead of the 37th AU Heads of States plenary session, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that, in an enlightening conversation with Eko Hot Blog during The Healthcare Federation of Nigeria’s (HFN) 2024 Annual Conference and Annual General Meeting, Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Tunji Alausa, provided valuable insights into the government’s dedication to comprehensive healthcare, particularly in rural areas, aligning closely with President … Read more
Ogboye reiterated Lagos Government’s commitment to improving access to quality eye care services and preventing avoidable blindness. Yu applauded the State Government for its support in the success of the free eye surgical outreach programme. Temitope appreciated the timely and cost-free operation facilitated by the Lagos State Government and the Chinese Consulate. Eko Hot Blog … Read more
Dr. Alausa reveals that the healthcare sector did not adequately serve the population prior to Tinubu’s emergence. He disclosed that there are effort to leverage on our large population to increase health personnel. Alausa reveals plan to address the high cost of medical consumables. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Honourable Minister for State Health … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has joined forces with the Federal Ministry of Health & Social Welfare and Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, to lead dialogues with representatives from the Needles and Syringes manufacturing group. This strategic collaboration aims … Read more