3 d. ago Police, ECAPI train community on intelligence, crime prevention

By Rita Okoye In a concerted effort to bolster grassroots intelligence and community policing, the Nigeria Police Force Intelligence Department (FID) has partnered with the Eagle Crime Awareness and Prevention Initiative (ECAPI) to commence a three-day training programme on community intelligence gathering. The training, themed “Community Intelligence Gathering Training,” is being implemented under the directive […] The post Police, ECAPI train community on intelligence, crime prevention appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago NDLEA central to action plan on drug control and crime prevention – AU Commission

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The Commission of the African Union has said the formulation of a new action plan on drug control and crime prevention on the African continent will not be complete without inputs from the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), given its central role in law enforcement in the region. The AU […] The post NDLEA central to action plan on drug control and crime prevention – AU Commission appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago NAFDAC raids Lagos shops, seizes banned codeine syrups, other illicit drugs

By John Ogunsemore The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has raided over 20 shops and storage facilities along Agege Motor Road, Mushin, Lagos State. The agency disclosed this in an X post on Saturday. NAFDAC said the operation was carried out by the Investigation and Enforcement Directorate earlier in the […] The post NAFDAC raids Lagos shops, seizes banned codeine syrups, other illicit drugs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago First Lady urges Nigerians to invest in prevention on International Day Against Drug Abuse

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja First Lady of Nigeria Oluremi Tinubu, in marking the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, has called on all Nigerians to unite in the fight against drug abuse and organised crime. Speaking on the theme, “The evidence is clear: invest in prevention. Break the cycle.” the First Lady emphasised […] The post First Lady urges Nigerians to invest in prevention on International Day Against Drug Abuse appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago NAFDAC Arrests Six, Seals Shops Over Illegal Sale Of Bleaching Creams In Kano

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has arrested six individuals and sealed multiple shops in Sabon Gari, Kano, for illegally selling skin-bleaching creams. During a press briefing on Tuesday, NAFDAC’s Kano State Coordinator, Kasim Ibrahim, stated that the operation was carried out in response to public complaints on social media […] The post NAFDAC Arrests Six, Seals Shops Over Illegal Sale Of Bleaching Creams In Kano appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Nigeria, Brazil Seal $1bn Agric Deal, Sign MoUs On Defence, Energy, Drug Control

Vice President Kashim Shettima has applauded the over $1billion Green Imperative agricultural initiative, saying it was a milestone in Nigeria’s renewed strategic alliance with Brazil, grounded in mutual respect and practical cooperation. Specifically, VP Shettima said that the partnership represents a shared dream between two major democracies committed to practical outcomes and mutual prosperity. Speaking […]

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2 w. ago NAFDAC unveils Greenbook, Traceability, Paediatric Regulations to boost drug safety

By Doris Obinna The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening drug regulation in Nigeria, with a renewed focus on paediatric formulations. The agency in a bold move to combat the rising menace of counterfeit and substandard medicines, on Tuesday, in Lagos, unveiled three key initiatives; […] The post NAFDAC unveils Greenbook, Traceability, Paediatric Regulations to boost drug safety appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Counterfeit drugs national concern, needs govt, citizens’ efforts to control — NAFDAC

Tribune Online Counterfeit drugs national concern, needs govt, citizens’ efforts to control — NAFDAC The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has stated that fake drugs and drug abuse are a national pandemic that needs deliberate and sustained efforts of the government and citizens to control. The south-west zonal director of NAFDAC, Mrs Roseline Ajayi, made this known on Tuesday in Ibadan while delivering the […] Counterfeit drugs national concern, needs govt, citizens’ efforts to control — NAFDAC Tribune Online

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3 w. ago SON, NAFDAC warn food producers against substandard products

Tribune Online SON, NAFDAC warn food producers against substandard products The Standard Organisation of Nigeria (SON) and National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) on Wednesday, warned producers and suppliers against flooding of substandard products into the nation’s markets. SON, NAFDAC warn food producers against substandard products Tribune Online

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3 w. ago FAB West Africa lauds NAFDAC, FG for enabling business growth

By Bolaji Okunola Exhibitors at the ongoing Food & Beverage (FAB) West Africa exhibition have commended the Nigerian government and the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) for their continued support and effective regulatory policies that enhance food safety and promote business growth in the region. Speaking during the opening day […] The post FAB West Africa lauds NAFDAC, FG for enabling business growth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago NDLEA Act amendment: Strengthening Nigeria’s fight against drugs

Tribune Online NDLEA Act amendment: Strengthening Nigeria’s fight against drugs AS a concerned Nigerian, I wish to commend the Honourable Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the Federation, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, and the Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brigadier General Mohamed Buba Marwa (Retired), for their firm stance on drug control in Nigeria. Their recent remarks at the Inter-Ministerial […] NDLEA Act amendment: Strengthening Nigeria’s fight against drugs Tribune Online

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last month NAFDAC seals rice mills, places beverage depot on hold in Nasarawa

By John Ogunsemore The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has sealed four local rice milling facilities located in the Autabalefi area, Masaka main market, and Masaka motor park in Nasarawa State. The agency disclosed this in an X post on Thursday. During the enforcement operation, officials also seized empty branded […] The post NAFDAC seals rice mills, places beverage depot on hold in Nasarawa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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