Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has called on the European Union (EU) and other international partners to support efforts to reduce irregular migration and help Nigerians returning from abroad rebuild their lives. The governor made the appeal when he received an EU delegation during a courtesy visit to the Government House in Benin City. Okpebholo…
Stroke remains a major global health challenge, claiming millions of lives and leaving many survivors with long-term disabilities. As the world marks World Stroke Day on October 29, 2026, the World Stroke Organization (WSO) is calling for greater public awareness of stroke symptoms and urgent action when they occur. This year’s campaign theme is “Every…
PRESS STATEMENT (For Immediate Release) 20 October 2026 | Abuja, Nigeria The Federal Government of Nigeria confirms one case of Ebola disease in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), following laboratory confirmation today, 20 October 2026. The patient, a woman who recently arrived in Nigeria on aninternational flight from Uganda, was admitted to a private hospital…
Nigeria has confirmed an imported case of Ebola Bundibugyo virus disease in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, prompting health authorities to intensify surveillance, contact tracing and infection-prevention measures to prevent further transmission. The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare announced the case on October 20, 2026, following laboratory confirmation of the infection in…
World Mental Health Day 2026: Lived Experiences Heard, Real Voices, Real Change World Mental Health Day, observed on October 10, is an opportunity to remind people that mental health is just as important as physical health. This year’s theme, “Lived experiences heard: real voices, real change,” calls on individuals, communities, healthcare providers and governments to…
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about breast cancer, encourage early detection and remind people that a diagnosis of breast cancer does not mean the end of life. It is also an opportunity to support people living with the disease and encourage everyone to take their breast health seriously. Breast…
World Teachers’ Day is observed every year on October 5 to recognise the important role teachers play in educating, guiding and preparing the next generation. The 2026 celebration is particularly significant as it marks 60 years since the adoption of the 1966 UNESCO/ILO Recommendation concerning the Status of Teachers, an international framework that established important…
Meningitis is a serious and potentially life-threatening disease that causes inflammation of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. It can affect anyone, at any age, and may progress rapidly, making early recognition and treatment critical. This year’s World Meningitis Day theme, “Now is the time for action,” reminds us that preventing meningitis and…
Dr. Ogboro-Okor developed early experience in proposal development and grant writing during her university years through her association with the Women’s Health and Action Research Centre, where she worked on multiple projects involving international funders inclusive of Ford and MacAurthur Foundations. She subsequently strengthened these skills through her postgraduate and professional experience, including her studies…
From an early stage of her career, Dr. Ogboro-Okor developed a strong knowledge base and practical experience in public health advocacy, particularly in the development of community-tailored Information, Education and Communication (IEC) materials addressing communicable and non-communicable disease prevention and control. She has extensive experience in health promotion, public engagement and the development of community-targeted…
Dr. Loretta Ogboro-Okor is a distinguished leader in medicine, humanitarian efforts, and global advocacy, with over 15 years of dedicated service in the NHS, UK.
