Gatefield warns financial hardship, corruption are undermining Nigerians’ health

Premium Times21 October 2026, 22:13 UTCNigeria

Presenting findings from the LiveWell Longevity Factor Report on Wednesday in Abuja, Mr Emoruwa said the factors determining how long Nigerians live extend beyond the immediate causes of illness to include the cost of treatment, experiences with public services and exposure to pollution The post Gatefield warns financial hardship, corruption are undermining Nigerians’ health appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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