Nigeria, May 17 -- Health experts have described cancer as a "silent killer," warning that many Nigerians only seek help when the disease has already reached an advanced stage. This late diagnosis, they say, is a major reason for the fatalities recorded in the country.

According to medical professionals, early signs such as unexplained weight loss, persistent fatigue, lumps, or abnormal bleeding are often ignored, either due to low awareness or fear of high medical costs.

However, detecting cancer early greatly improves survival chances and reduces treatment costs.

"Most patients present late because they either don't know the symptoms or are afraid to go to the hospital," said Abidemi Omonisi, President of the Nigerian Cancer Society,...