Nigeria, April 3 -- Medical and aesthetic professionals have called on Nigerian women to prioritise safety when considering cosmetic procedures.

Speaking during a Zoom session organised by CGE Healthcare to commemorate the 2026 International Women's Day, attended by PREMIUM TIMES, the experts highlighted how the rising demand for body enhancements and aesthetic treatments has increasingly exposed many to serious health risks.

The panel featured Chidinma "Dr Dinma" Akpa, Chief Executive Officer of CGE Healthcare; Emelda Rufai, founder of Maison Valor; Tosin Ajibade, founder of OloriSuperGal and Healthy Living with Tosin; and Onyeka Michael-Ugwu, founder and CEO of Hello Perfect Aesthetics and Laser Clinic.

Speaking on the theme, "Redefi...