by Damilola Omosebi As Nigerians, we are all hurtling towards old age, and it is imperative that we address the pension system that is supposed to support us in our twilight years. The current Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) has been criticized for being exploitative, with pension administrators profiting from retirees’ savings while the latter struggles…
As the world commemorates World Blood Donor Day, the urgent need for safe blood in Africa is brought to the forefront. Dr. Allan Pamba, Executive Vice President, Diagnostics, Africa, at Roche Diagnostics, emphasizes the importance of blood security in saving lives and promoting public health. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the median blood…
The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Lagos State chapter, in collaboration with the Pan African American Chamber of Commerce (PAACC), recently hosted a successful Food Security and Sports Diplomacy event to commemorate the United Nations World Nutrition Month. The event, held at the University of Lagos, would not have been possible without the support…
Roche Diagnostics has officially launched its new diagnostics legal entity in Nigeria, marking a significant milestone in its mission to expand access to high-quality diagnostics across Africa. This strategic expansion aligns with Roche’s 10-Year Diagnostics Strategy for Africa, which aims to increase access to in-vitro diagnostics (IVD) tenfold.With a presence in Africa spanning over 70…
The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) Lagos Chapter, in partnership with the United Nations, is set to unveil the 2025 United Nations World Nutrition Month on Wednesday, May 28, 2025. The event will take place at the Unilag Rahman Hall at 10 am. The event will feature exhibitions of hygienic items and products, as…
In a country as vibrant and full of potential as Nigeria, the healthcare system remains one of its most fragile pillars. Despite being Africa’s most populous nation and one of its largest economies, Nigeria continues to battle an overwhelming health crisis—one that is largely underreported, underfunded, and tragically under-addressed. Every day, millions of Nigerians navigate…
