The Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR) has expressed concern over its high electricity costs, which reached about ₦218 million between August and December 2024. The institute stressed the need to find alternative power sources to remain efficient and sustainable. This issue was discussed during NIMR’s annual end-of-year retreat in Yaba, Lagos. The event aimed … Read more
At the recently concluded Nigeria Institute of Medical Research (NIMR) 14th International Conference, Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, emphasized the critical role of research in driving national development. According to him, “The heartbeat of any country is development, and any nation that prioritizes research is on the path to success.” Editor’s Pick … Read more
The Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR) recently convened its 14th International Conference on Health Advances, Innovation, and Research (CHAIR), an event dedicated to addressing pressing health and environmental challenges in Nigeria. The conference, held recently in Lagos, brought together researchers, policymakers, and stakeholders to deliberate on strategies to foster a healthier and safer environment. … Read more
The Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR) held its 14th annual International Conference on Health Advances, Innovation, and Research (ICHAIR), welcoming students from various institutions across Nigeria. The ICHAIR conference, established in 2010, is an annual gathering of international biomedical professionals aimed at discussing critical issues in health, biomedical research, diagnostics, and emerging trends in … Read more
Professor John Oladapo Obafunwa, the Director General of the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR), has expressed concern over the inadequate funding of medical research in Nigeria. He emphasized that while international collaborations and foreign funding have been pivotal, local investment is crucial to address the nation’s unique health challenges. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs … Read more
The Director of Research and Deputy Director General of the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR), Professor Rosemary Ajuma Audu, has emphasized the need for technology in laboratory diagnostics. She stated this on Thursday at Lead City University’s 17th inaugural lecture. The lecture, titled Challenges and Prospects of Laboratory Diagnostics in Africa: Disentangling the Puzzle, explored … Read more
The Director General of the Nigeria Institute of Medical Research (NIMR), Prof. John Obafunwa, recently announced the institute’s commitment to advancing medical research in Nigeria. He made this statement while hosting a delegation of nine medical experts from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) at NIMR’s headquarters in Yaba, Lagos. The delegation visited to establish … Read more
The Nigeria Institute of Medical Research (NIMR), led by the Director General, Prof John Obafunwa, has partnered with medical experts from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to strengthen international medical research collaboration in the country. The institute on Monday hosted a team of nine medical experts from the Japan International Corporation Agency (JICA) in … Read more
Tunji Alausa has challenged stakeholders to translate health research findings into life-changing practices. Eko Hot Blog reports that Dr. Tunji Alausa, Nigeria’s Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, says research in the health sector must be done with the aim of enacting policies and practices that make a real difference in the lives … Read more
By Lydia Ajayi Tunji Alausa has pushed for the approval of NIMR’s HBV qPCR test kit. Eko Hot Blog reports that Dr. Tunji Alausa, Nigeria’s Minister of Health and Social Welfare, is pushing for the approval of HBV qPCR, a locally manufactured test kit by the National Institute of Medical Research (NIMR). EDITOR’S PICKS A … 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
Alausa says President Tinubu is committed to the development of healthcare system. Alausa Inaugurates National Health Research Committee to foresee the improvement in medical research in Nigeria Alausa pledges increased enrollment of nurses nationwide before the year ends Eko Hot Blog reports that in a recent event at the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research in … Read more