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Nigeria's social media flooded with unverified herbal remedy ads, posing health risks
Many Nigerians turn to herbal remedies advertised on social media for quick, cheap cures, but face dangerous complications, adding strain to an already overburdened health system. Doctors report a surge in self-medication with unverified products, worsening health outcomes and delaying treatment. Regulators struggle to enforce rules online, while experts call for better access to affordable care and platform accountability.