On 18 June 2026, the Federal Government,[1] through the Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, issued[2] the General Transition Guidelines (“the Guidelines”) for the implementation of the 2025 Tax Reform Acts. These reforms comprise the Nigeria…
The resumed sixth session of the Intergovernmental Working Group (IGWG) on the WHO Pandemic Agreement, held from 27 April to 1 May 2026, concluded without finalizing the much-anticipated Pathogen Access and Benefit Sharing (PABS) system annex.[1] This outcome, while disappointing…
Introduction The rapid growth of digital health and telemedicine practice has led to a significant shift in the approach to healthcare. Increasingly, consultations in physical clinics are now conducted online, allowing patients to report symptoms, receive diagnoses, and obtain prescriptions…
Introduction Patient safety continues to be a significant concern in Nigeria[1]. Recent incidents[2] have sparked public debate and attracted the attention of relevant stakeholders, raising questions about the state of the country’s healthcare system. However, beyond public reaction, these matters…
The International Health Regulations 2005 (IHR) require all Member States of the World Health Organization (WHO) to comply with the provisions. Nigeria is bound to comply. This requires ensuring several capacities including legal capacities to help prevent, detect, and respond…
WORLD CANCER DAY: HOW CAN THE LAW SUPPORT CANCER PREVENTION AND TREATMENT IN NIGERIA? In 2018, an estimated 115,950 new cases of cancer were recorded in Nigeria.[1] Whilst these figures undoubtedly pale in comparison with those recorded in countries…
Cases pertaining to medical negligence are usually tragic. In most cases, the victims are rendered disabled for life or may even die. Where physical injury results from medical negligence, it is often accompanied by emotional trauma both of which may…
WORLD BRAILLE DAY Did you know that every 4th of January is World Braille Day? According to the United Nations, World Braille Day celebrated since 2019, is set aside to increase awareness of the importance of Braille –a tactile representation…
Open defecation. Source: thenationonlineng.net Earlier in the year, a Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH NORM) survey conducted by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) showed the prevalence of open defecation in Nigeria. This survey ranked Nigeria as the African…
According to the recent Human Rights Watch report,[1] Nigeria has recorded high level of insensitivity and stigmatization towards those diagnosed with mental illness across many communities. Abuse and discrimination continue to be serious problems. The chaining or restraining of people…