Thought LeadershipAn excellent book by Dr Ana By Chikwe Ihekweazu May 22, 2010 1 Mins read There are extremely few books on aspects of the health sector in Nigeria. Why is this important? The critical thinking that needs… Read more
Thought LeadershipThe 5th National Conference on HIV/AIDS in Abuja By Chikwe Ihekweazu May 20, 2010 5 Mins read We will not be surprised if you did not hear that the 5th National Conference on HIV/AIDS held in Abuja on the… Read more
Thought LeadershipOur new Minister of Health By Chikwe Ihekweazu May 18, 2010 2 Mins read Its not been easy finding out much about the new Minister of Health in Nigeria Prof.Onyebuchi Christian Chukwu ( …a powerful name invoking the… Read more
Thought LeadershipInnovation in Ghana By Chikwe Ihekweazu May 16, 2010 2 Mins read Until recently we had our way of hunting down fake medicines in Nigeria. The DG of NAFDAC would team up with a… Read more
Thought LeadershipTwist of fate - new Ministers of Health in Nigeria and the UK By Chikwe Ihekweazu May 14, 2010 2 Mins read Nigeria and the UK have an important historical relationship that is not lost on us. In October this year we celebrate 50… Read more
Thought LeadershipWishing this was happening in Nigeria By Chikwe Ihekweazu May 13, 2010 2 Mins read It takes courage and leadership to confront some of the huge health challenges confronting us. But health is complex. Its a bit… Read more
Thought LeadershipThe Paediatric ward at LUTH: A simple story of our collective failure By Chikwe Ihekweazu May 9, 2010 4 Mins read We have often been critical of some of the health reporting in our mainstream newspapers in Nigeria but this morning I have… Read more
Thought LeadershipSocial networks and health....are we missing a trick?. By Nigeria Health Watch May 5, 2010 2 Mins read by ndubuisi edeogaDespite all the best efforts of modern medicine, the cost of medical care keeps rising, for those who can afford… Read more
Thought LeadershipMINISTER OF HEALTH: WHO DOES THE CAP FIT? By Chikwe Ihekweazu April 28, 2010 9 Mins read A while ago we invited colleagues that had an informed view on health issues in Nigeria to share this via this blog…. Read more
Thought LeadershipNigeria health on the web By Chikwe Ihekweazu April 23, 2010 1 Mins read Dear Nigerian Health Community, Find below a list of health related websites (in alphabetical order) in Nigeria that we monitor on your… Read more
Thought LeadershipRemembering Mr President's words By Chikwe Ihekweazu April 21, 2010 2 Mins read Its been a difficult 3 years for the health sector in Nigeria – but I guess its been a difficult 3 years… Read more
Thought LeadershipThe "power" of doctors and what we do with it... By Chikwe Ihekweazu April 17, 2010 2 Mins read We as doctors, have power, enormous power in the Nigerian context. The power is bestowed on us by difficult entry qualifications into medical schools… Read more
Thought LeadershipMinister of Health - the flawed debate By Chikwe Ihekweazu April 14, 2010 2 Mins read My professional association the Nigerian Medical Association has recently found its voice – it wants a Minister of Health that fits the… Read more
Thought Leadership18 Months... By Nigeria Health Watch April 5, 2010 1 Mins read by ndubuisi edeogaEighteen months. That is the average duration of Health ministers tenures in Africa. This is according to Dr Nigel Crisp… Read more