AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoCancer Care Financing: The NHIA says it has expanded insurance support for breast cancer and other oncology needs, including an 80% shield on selected cancer medicines via a Roche partnership, plus more help for radiotherapy and diagnostics. Fake Drugs & Products: Actress Ruth Kadiri warns that fake and harmful food, drinks, medicines and cosmetics are flooding Nigeria, linking the trend to rising kidney failures in children and urging strict checks for expiry dates and NAFDAC numbers. Youth Mental Health & Care Access: Bluewater Health in Canada welcomes new specialists, including a child and youth psychiatrist and a urologist, highlighting growing focus on youth mental health and improved access to care. Drug Abuse Prevention: NASFAT, NDLEA and Fountain University Osogbo hold a counselling conference urging youths to shun drug abuse and other social vices ahead of 2027–2032. Drug Seizures: NDLEA intercepts N5bn illicit consignments at Apapa, Tin Can and Onne ports, including “Loud” cannabis and codeine-based cough syrup. Health Amid Hardship: A debate continues around the cost of medicines and affordability, with political parties trading accusations over claims tied to treatment access.
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