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No fewer than 476,664 girls between the ages of nine and 14 are being targeted in Anambra for Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) against cervical cancer beginning May 27. Mr Patrick Akpan, Technical Assistant, Clinton Health Association Initiative (CHAI), made the disclosure during a mega rally on uptake of HPV vaccine in Nnewi North Local Government
The Network of People Living with HIV/AIDS in Nigeria (NEPWHAN) has appealed to the Nigeria Institute of Medical Research (NIMR) to remove service fees attached to accessing HIV/AIDS drugs in its facility.
“The procedure is ridiculous. I was told I would be paid N150,000 for each donation, but this will be after I have fulfilled all medical requirements".
Mr Kalu Ekene, a lawyer, said that the procedure of donating a sperm is stressful, and when compared with the money, it is a waste of time.
A Chief Magistrates’ Court in Yaba, on Wednesday, ordered that a 35-year-old security guard, Patrick Akpan, who allegedly beat his three-year-old daughter to death be remanded in prison custody.