The recent increase in the retirement age for doctors and healthcare workers, from 60 to 65 years, will help to cushion the effects of ‘japa’ scourge in the health sector. The Chairman, Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Oyo State Branch, Dr Happy Adedapo, disclosed this in an interview with NAN in Ibadan on Saturday. … Read more
The Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN) says only 6,000 consultants are left in the country. Its President, Prof. Muhammad Mohammad, said this on Thursday during the association’s National Executive Council (NEC) Meeting in Ilorin. The meeting was themed, “Policy Making for Quality Healthcare Services: Engaging Policy Makers for Quality Healthcare Delivery”. Mohammad … Read more
The Oxford English Dictionary (OED) has expanded its repertoire with 20 Nigerian words and expressions in its latest update, showcasing the rich linguistic and cultural heritage of Nigeria. Prominent additions include commonly used terms like “japa,” “agbero,” “eba,” “Suya,” “419,” and “abi,” among others. These words reflect the growing global recognition of Nigerian Pidgin, street … Read more