It is frequently said that a moving man will eventually meet his luck. Perhaps this is why Nigerians seem to be constantly on the move—working, studying, building businesses, pursuing careers, raising families, and striving for something better. We are taught to keep moving because somewhere along the journey lies the opportunity we have been waiting …
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“Stroke! Stroke!”Cries a mother from a rural village in Ibadan, Nigeria.“How can my son have stroke? He’s just 12 years old — ko le possible! (it can’t be!)” Her cry echoes a question many still ask today. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), stroke ranks as the second leading cause of death globally and …
Every year, on October 10, the world pauses to recognise the importance of mental well-being. This year’s World Mental Health Day carries a deeply human theme, “Access to services: mental health in humanitarian emergencies.” It is a call to remember that even in the darkest of times, when conflict, displacement, disaster, or loss tear through …
Every year on August 1st, the world comes together to observe World Lung Cancer Day — a day dedicated to raising awareness about one of the most common and deadliest cancers globally. Lung cancer claims more lives annually than breast, colon, and prostate cancers combined, yet it often remains overshadowed in public discourse. This day …
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On World Hypertension Day 2025, we are reminded of the growing burden of this non-communicable disease (NCD) in Africa. Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure and commonly dubbed the “silent killer”, affects an estimated 46% of Africans aged 25 and above, according to the World Health Organisation. Hypertension is a major risk factor for …
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