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Enugu gov’t to revamp Oji River College of Health Technology, beefs up security

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3 months ago

August 25, 2024

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The Enugu State Government has announced its intention to revamp the existing infrastructural facilities to give the Enugu State College of Health Technology in Oji River a face-lift and also scale-up institution to a technology-savvy citadel of learning.

The government made this known during a meeting with the management, staff, and students of the institution at the Enugu State Government House at the weekend, stressing its commitment to ensuring quality health service delivery in the state.

The government, which made this known through the Special Adviser on Health Matters, Dr. Yomi Jaye, also asked the students of the institution to go back to school and continue with their academic calendar, as all those involved in the recent breach of security in the school’s neighborhood had been rounded up and now facing the law.

The governor equally gave the college management a two-week ultimatum to develop a workplan, which the government would work on to ensure that the school functions at its optimum level.

Briefing Government House correspondents after the meeting, Dr. Jaye said, “We interacted with the management, staff and students of the Enugu State College of Health Technology, Orji River, to come up with a strategic plan to revamp the college and restore its lost glory. His Excellency, Governor Peter Mbah, has expressed his willingness not only to revamp the school, but to upscale it to a technology-savvy teaching community.

“As you can see, the government is bullish about building Type-2 Healthcare Centre in each of the 260 wards and this college will produce some of the qualified workers that will deliver quality healthcare services to Ndi Enugu.

“We appeal to the parents and guardians to allow the students to go back to school and resume their academic activities as more security personnel have been deployed to make sure that both Oji River and its neighbouring communities are properly secured.

“It is also important to inform you that those who perpetrated the security breach have since been arrested and the victims, which included one student, also freed,” he maintained.

Also speaking, the Provost of the College, Dr. Lazarus Ezugwu, expressed his happiness over the state government’s move to revamp the institution, saying he was optimistic that the glory of the institution would be restored in no distant time.

When commending Governor Peter Mbah and the security agencies for their swift response to the recent security breach at the College, he also confirmed that security had been strengthened around the institution and Oji River in general.

“The meeting is such a commendable one. It goes a long way in telling us the type of visionary leader we have in the state. To be sincere, the total overhaul that will be done in the college is going to be enormous. What is coming to the college cannot be imagined because the governor has shown both special interest and political will. This is what we have been yearning for, for so many years,” Dr. Ezugwu stated.

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NAFDAC warns Nigerians against use of recalled Nivea Roll-On deodorant

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1 month ago

November 1, 2024

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The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) is alerting the public about the recall of Nivea BLACK &WHITE Invisible Roll-on deodorant, 50ml marked 48H Protection in African Climate with batch number: 93529610 by European Union (EU) Rapid Alert System for Dangerous Non-Food Products (RAPEX) in Brussels.

The recalled Nivea product is said to contain 2-(4-tert-Butylbenzyl propionaldehyde (BMHCA), a chemical prohibited in cosmetics products due to its ability to cause harm to the reproductive system, impairs the health of an unborn child as well as skin irritation and burns to users.

Product details

The details of the product are as follows.

Product Name: Nivea BLACK &WHITE Invisible Roll-on deodorant, 50ml

Country of Manufacture: Germany

Batch Number: 93529610

Bar Code Number: 42299882

Category: Cosmetics

Importers, distributors, retailers, and consumers are advised to exercise caution and vigilance within the supply chain to avoid the importation, distribution, sale, and use of the above-mentioned Nivea Roll-on with the affected batch. Members of the public in possession of the affected batch of product should discontinue the sale or use and submit stock to the nearest NAFDAC office.

Healthcare professionals and consumers are encouraged to report adverse events experienced with the use of regulated products to the nearest NAFDAC office, via pharmacovigilance@nafdac.gov.ng, E-reporting platforms available at www.nafdac.gov.ng or via the Med-safety application for download on android and IOS stores.

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August Meeting: Enugu Governor’s wife rolls out Free Eyecare for Women

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4 months ago

August 14, 2024

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As part of her 2024 August Meeting support to women, the wife of the governor of Enugu State, Mrs. Nkechinyere Mbah, has rolled out an eyecare programme for the screening and treating of at least 500 women with various eye problems.

The programme, which kicked off on Monday at the state’s Ministry of Children, Gender Affairs and Social Development, Independence Layout, Enugu, is being organised in partnership with the Ministry and Balija Eyecare.

Speaking at the flag-off of the three-day programme on Monday, the Commissioner for Children, Gender Affairs and Social Development, Mr. Ngozi Enih, said it was in continuation of Mrs. Mbah’s efforts to make life better for Enugu women.

“This exercise is in partnership with the Office of the First Lady and Balija Eyecare. The exciting thing about this partnership is that these women are being screened free of charge. For those who need lenses, we give them lenses and those who need further referral, we will refer them.

“We invite every woman in Enugu State, but Her Excellency’s target is to screen at least 500 women in Enugu she has provided more than enough resources to bankroll the programme.

“Medication, screening and glasses are free of charge to make sure that 500 women in Enugu State, who are suffering from sight problems are taken care of. The screening is going to take place for 3 days.

“Remember that recently, Her Excellency enrolled 1,701 pregnant women into a one-year health insurance scheme through her Mama Care Initiative, and this is apart from 100 expectant mothers who were previously enrolled. The good thing about this programme is that it trickles down to the grassroots. Most of the beneficiaries of this collaboration are mostly women from the grassroots.

“This is her way of giving back to society to make sure that our women, especially those who do not have the means, have proper eyecare. Sight is life, and women need good sight so that they can fend for their homes,” Mrs. Enih stated.

Speaking to newsmen, the Director General, Sight Is Life Project for Enugu Women, Eze Emmanuel, said that eye condition among women, especially the rural dwellers, was a major concern to the wife of the governor, hinting that they planned to equally take the programme to the rural areas during the August Meeting.

Also, the Medical Director of Balija Eyecare, Dr. Ilodibe Onoja said the medical team had so far carried out comprehensive eye tests on numerous Enugu women, and were able to, in some cases, rule out eye problems like glaucoma, cataract, while also discovering some refractory errors like presbyopia, astigmatism and hypermetropia, which he said would be corrected with reading glasses.

He also blamed certain systemic health conditions like diabetes mellitus and hypertension for some eye problems.

The medical doctor, who warned against self-medication, urged Enugu women to take advantage of the benevolence of the governor’s wife to know their sight status.

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Enugu Gov’t sensitizes residents on Cholera outbreak

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5 months ago

June 24, 2024

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The Enugu State government has alerted residents of the state on the outbreak of Cholera in Nigeria, urging them to be vigilant and observe necessary preventive measures.

In a public service announcement signed by the Commissioner for Health, Prof. Obi Emmanuel Ikechukwu, the State government alerted the residents that though there’s no reported case in Enugu yet, several parts of the country are already affected.

Prof. Ikechukwu highlighted the need “to stay informed and take preventive measures to protect ourselves and our community.”

The announcement reads in part:

What is Cholera? Cholera is an acute diarrheal infection caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae. It spreads through contaminated food and water, especially during floods or inadequate sanitation conditions.

Key Facts:

Affected States: Approximately 30 states in Nigeria are currently affected including States surrounding Enugu State.

Confirmed Cases: Enugu State has not reported any confirmed cases yet.

Preventive Measures: We must remain vigilant and take the following precautions:

1.Boil or treat drinking water to ensure its safety.
2.Wash hands frequently with soap and clean running water.
3. Avoid consuming raw or undercooked food.
4. Cook food thoroughly.
5. Avoid street food or food from unhygienic sources.
6. Wash fruits and vegetables properly.

7. Educate your family, friends, and neighbors about cholera prevention.
8. Report any symptoms promptly (diarrhea, vomiting, dehydration) to health authorities nearest to you.
9. If you experience symptoms (severe diarrhea, vomiting, dehydration), seek medical attention immediately.

Cholera can be treated effectively if detected early.

Remember, prevention is our best defense against cholera. Let’s work together to keep our community safe. Enugu State Ministry of Health has pre-positioned drugs and consumables to contain the outbreak in case it comes to Enugu State.