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target=_blank>Wike hails health team, hands over 12 ambulances to boost FCT care
• Orders recruitment of more personnel ________________________ From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Minister of the Federal Capital Territory Nyesom Wike has commended the Health and Environmental Secretariat for delivering ambulance buses to boost emergency services across hospitals in the city, while outlining ongoing reforms and urging workers to shun sabotage. Speaking at the handover ceremony, Wike
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target=_blank>Sachet alcohol linked to domestic violence, road accidents, vice — NAFDAC
Begins enforcement of ban ____________________ From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has resumed enforcement of the ban on the production and sale of alcoholic beverages in sachets and small-volume PET/glass bottles (below 200ml). NAFDAC, in a statement on Thursday, noted that the decision, in line with
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target=_blank>Shettima: Tinubu govt won’t back down on procurement reforms
BPP graduates 2,100 in World Bank-backed procurement professionals drive ___________________________ From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Vice-President Kashim Shettima has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s ironclad resolve to overhaul Nigeria’s public procurement system, declaring that the administration will not yield to any attempts to derail these critical reforms. Represented by his Deputy Chief of Staff, Ibrahim Hadejia, at
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target=_blank>Sachet alcohol under fire as NAFDAC resumes ban
By Doris Obinna Nigeria’s alcohol market is facing a major shake-up as the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) resumed enforcement of the ban on sachet and small-size alcoholic drinks, a move the agency says is necessary to curb rising alcohol abuse among children and young people, and not to close
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target=_blank>245 oil wells expose 18 years of lies against Cross River, says Archbishop
From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The Archbishop of Calabar and Visionary, Cross River Destiny Project Council, Josef Bassey, has revealed that 245 oil wells in Cross River State, confirmed by a 2025 federal scientific review, expose 18 years of falsehoods that stripped the state of its rightful revenue. Archbishop Bassey condemned the 2008 provisional map by
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target=_blank>Abia partners Govt College Umuahia to revolutionise education
From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Abia State Government is partnering Government College, Umuahia to revolutionise education in the state to meet the dictates of the 21st Century and align with global competitiveness. The state Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Goodluck Ubochi, made this known while presenting an address during the Government College Umuahia (GCU) Education
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target=_blank>Those fighting tax reforms made money without paying taxes – Oyedele
The Chairman of the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee, Taiwo Oyedele, has said that those opposing the tax reforms made money for years without paying taxes. Oyedele made the comment when he spoke at the January business breakfast of the Franco-Nigerian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) held recently in Lagos. Addressing resistance
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target=_blank>Gov Alia plans energy commission to drive Benue investments
From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Benue State Governor Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia has disclosed plans to establish an Energy Commission to coordinate energy investments for the state. Alia, who spoke at the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) Roundtable Engagement with Benue State, said the proposed Energy Commission would operate as a special, independent vehicle responsible for coordinating
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target=_blank>Army hails Tantita’s role in protecting Niger Delta oil assets
From Ben Dunno, Warri The Nigerian Army has applauded the determination of the management of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSNL) in ensuring adequate protection of oil and gas installations within its coverage areas, noting that the company’s synergy with various security agencies has led to a boost in oil production. The General Officer Commanding
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target=_blank>Makoko: Lagos Assembly denies ordering police to teargas protesters
From Sunday Ani The Lagos State House of Assembly has debunked the report that lawmakers ordered the police to teargas and arrest protesters at the Assembly gate yesterday. Some Lagos residents had gathered at the Assembly gate to complain about the demolition exercise, which the state government carried out in the Makoko area of the
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target=_blank>Demolitions: Lagos Police Insist Only Teargas Was Fired At Protesters
…Insist Only Teargas Was Fired At Protesters The Lagos State Police Command has debunked the news reports making the rounds that the operatives of the command fired gunshots at peaceful protesters in the Makoko area of Lagos State. Debunking the purported reports, the State Command insisted that no gun was fired during Wednesday’s demonstration. New…
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target=_blank>We’ve Prioritized Education For Character Dev’t, Sustainable Growth – Fubara
Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has said that his administration has prioritized education in order to lay a foundation for character development, discipline and sustainable growth among the state’s youths. The Governor stated this on Thursday at Government House, Port Harcourt, during a solidarity visit by the Rivers State Parents Teachers Association (PTA) in…
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target=_blank>Edo: Akoko-Edo LGA Chairman Impeached
The Chairman of Akoko-Edo local government Council, Edo State, Alabi Bliss Oshionogue, has been impeached. Oshionogue was impeached in a letter signed by seven Councillors. He was impeached few hours after lawmakers in the Edo State House of Assembly failed to hold a peace meeting with him and the seven Councillors. It was gathered the…
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target=_blank>BUA Foods Equity Rises To N702.79bn On Profit Growth
BUA Foods Plc has delivered a strong financial performance in the year ended December 31, 2025, posting significant growth in revenue, profitability and shareholders’ funds, as improved operating efficiency and sharply lower finance costs strengthened earnings. According to the company’s unaudited financial statements, group turnover rose to N1.80 trillion in 2025, compared with N1.53 trillion…
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target=_blank>Ogun, World Bank Invest Over N5bn In Women Empowerment – Abiodun
The Ogun State Government and the World Bank Group have jointly invested over ₦5 billion in women-focused empowerment and livelihood initiatives over the past six years, Governor Dapo Abiodun has disclosed. The governor made this known on Wednesday while receiving a delegation from the World Bank Group, led by its Vice President, Ms. Galina Vincelette,…
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target=_blank>Zamfara: Police Intercept 2,500 Ltrs Of Suspected Hazardous Chemicals
The Zamfara State Police Command has recorded a significant operational success as it intercepted items capable of endangering lives and property of innocent citizens in the state. A statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Yazid Abubakar, said operatives attached to the Anti‑Illegal Mining Unit of the Command, while on routine patrol…
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target=_blank>World Hijab Day: Osun FOMWAN Decries Discrimination
Muslim women under the umbrella, Federation of Muslim Women’s Associations in Nigeria (FOMWAN), in Osun State have raised concerns over what they described as persistent discrimination against women who wear hijab, particularly during official documentation, examinations, and public service processes. Speaking at a press conference organised to mark the 2026 World Hijab Day in Osogbo,…
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target=_blank>FCMB Group Grows Customer Deposits To N4.40tn In 2025
FCMB Group Plc recorded a solid increase in customer deposits in 2025, reflecting a stronger balance sheet and rising customer confidence, alongside a sharp improvement in earnings during the year. According to the group’s unaudited consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2025, deposits from customers rose to N4.40 trillion, from N4.30 trillion…
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target=_blank>MRA Report Documents 86 Attacks On Journalists
Media Rights Agenda (MRA) has documented 86 incidents of attacks against journalists, media organizations and citizens in Nigeria in 2025, warning that a deepening culture of impunity continues to threaten freedom of expression across the country. The findings are contained in MRA’s 2025 Annual Report on Freedom of Expression in Nigeria, titled “The Reign of…
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target=_blank>Kwara Gov Commiserates With Ex-First Lady, Saraki On Father’s Death
Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has extended his condolences to the Ojoras of Lagos on the death of their patriarch and foremost industrialist, Otunba Adekunle Ojora. The Governor specifically commiserated with Mrs Toyin Saraki, former First Lady of Kwara State, on the death of her father. Governor AbdulRazaq said the family should be comforted by…
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