Health
Nigerian govt backs rollout of Measles-Rubella Vaccine
The Federal Government has pledged robust communication and advocacy support for the upcoming nationwide Measles-Rubella (MR) vaccination campaign scheduled for October 2025.
This assurance was given by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, during a courtesy visit to his office by the Centre for Well-Being and Integrated Nutrition Solutions (C-WINS) on Tuesday.
Idris praised the team’s commitment to public health and child well-being. He affirmed the Ministry’s readiness to champion public sensitization efforts that will ensure the campaign’s success.
“You have come to the right place,” the Minister said. “The Ministry of Information and National Orientation exists to support and amplify initiatives like this. We will work with you and relevant agencies under our Ministry, including the National Orientation Agency and public media institutions, to ensure Nigerians are well-informed about the dangers of rubella and the need for vaccination.”
The Minister described the C-WINS presentation as both emotional and enlightening. “Today, I have learned a lot,” he said. “Many Nigerians, like myself, may be familiar with measles but are unaware of rubella and its devastating effects. That children can be born blind, deaf, or with heart defects due to maternal rubella infection is a tragedy we must work together to prevent.”
He emphasized the Ministry’s readiness to co-develop strategic messaging and support public education efforts nationwide. The Minister also encouraged the team to engage the National Assembly for broader legislative support. “We don’t want this to be a one-off meeting,” he said. “Let’s make this partnership continuous, impactful, and far-reaching.
“Prevention is better than cure and this is one area where information truly saves lives.”
Earlier, the delegation from C-WINS, led by Project Lead Dr. Nihinlola Mabogunje, briefed the Minister on the urgent need to raise public awareness ahead of the October campaign and also delivered a comprehensive presentation on the life-saving importance of the Measles-Rubella vaccine.
She highlighted the highly infectious nature of measles, which continues to cause severe illness, complications, and death, particularly among malnourished or immunocompromised children, stating that Nigeria currently accounts for nearly 20% of global measles cases, with the Northeast region bearing over 60% of the national burden.
Health
Ex-Jehovah Witness Member Shares What Happens To Any Member Who Accepts Blood Transfusion
A former member of Jehovah’s Witness has revealed the severe consequences members face if they accept blood transfusions.
The lady, identified on X (formerly Twitter) as @carrotxbt, shared that during her time in the faith, she carried a card stating that in the event of an accident requiring a blood transfusion, she should be left to die.
She explained that the psychological impact of the group only becomes apparent after leaving.
According to her, any member who accepts a blood transfusion is not only disfellowshipped from the organization but also cut off from family, friends, and the congregation.
She added that such individuals can become outcasts and, if living with their parents, may even be thrown out of the house.
@carrotxbt further stated that members who marry Christians from other denominations face the same consequences.
Recounting her personal experience, she said:
“I carried a card all my life that stated that in case I had an accident and needed a blood transfusion, I should be left to die. Only when you leave that organization will you realize the level of psychological damage that has been done to you. The person will be disfellowshipped… everyone you used to know will not communicate with you anymore… If you live with your parents prior to the incident, after you survive, you will be thrown out of the house and disowned. The same thing happens if you marry a Christian from another denomination. This religion ruined my family. I had to run away.”
Her revelation comes as the story of a current member, Aunty Esther, who refused a blood transfusion while battling cancer, sparked widespread discussion on social media.
Jehovah’s Witnesses are a Christian religious sect originating from the Adventist movement in the late 1800s in the United States.
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Man Seeks Legal Help As Girlfriend He Sponsored Through Nursing School Refuses To Marry Him
A Nigerian man identified as James Eze has sought legal help after his girlfriend, whom he sponsored through nursing school, refused to marry him.
According to a post that was reposted by another Facebook user, Maria Ude Nwachi, Eze had a verbal argument with his girlfriend and her mother.
In the post, Maria Ude Nwachi shared that after completing nursing school she rejected the marriage and is now seeking legal assistance.
The post reads, “James EzeI had a verbal agreement with my girlfriend and her mom to sponsor her to nursing school, then we marry afterwards. She completed last year and now wants to reject me. What are my legal options please?”.
Meanwhile, the post has gone viral online, with netizens sharing their thoughts and opinions.
Beautiful Oyinye, “Osi legal option? My brother you did charity work and God go bless you”
Chukwudi Ozalla, “Take a verbal option. Just talk and express your anger and let it end there. Goodluck in your future endeavours”.
Naza Emmanuel, “Don’t marry her and don’t let another man marry her. If happened in my vila. The lady used her eyes to see her ears before she was set free”.
Boni Flamez, “Where is it in the law that a girl you sponsored must marry you. Toe Sha if she doesn’t marry you, just marry her”.
Mubeen inquired, “She force you?. As I no gree sponsor my babe now, e no pain me if she leave later. I dey invest for my future wife and not unassured lady on the present”.
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Health
Jehovah Witness Cancer Patient, Aunty Esther Rejects Blood Transfusion After N30m Public Donation
Popular Nigerian personal shopper, Aunty Esther, who is well known on X, has made headlines after new reports claimed she allegedly refused a doctor-recommended blood transfusion following her cancer diagnosis.
Aunty Esther has been diagnosed with cancer recently and had earlier informed her followers that her test results were out, confirming cancer in her breast and armpit. She also thanked everyone who contributed financially to her treatment.
Many people on social media quickly rallied round to raise money for her treatment. The donation was anchored by Wisdom Obi-Dickson, a media personality known for charity activities, especially on X with the username @Wizarab10, who successfully helped raise over N 30,776,252 as of December 1st, 2025.
However, one of the coordinators handling donations, Sir Dickson, announced that he and another medical volunteer have stepped away from her case.
According to him, doctors advised that she needed a blood transfusion before starting chemotherapy, but she rejected it due to her Jehovah’s Witness faith.
He added that her church allegedly warned she would be disfellowshipped if she accepted blood, and some family members insisted that “whatever happens is God’s will.”
He said that while her beliefs must be respected, they can’t continue leading a fundraiser when the patient is refusing the ideal treatment that could save her life.
This sparked reactions across X, with many donors expressing frustration, fearing that their financial support may go to waste if she rejects medically necessary care.
A popular online doctor also weighed in, saying people have a right to be upset. He noted that in a life-threatening situation, refusing the recommended treatment could lead to severe consequences, and appealed to Aunty Esther, her family, and her religious elders to reconsider the decision.
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