2 h. ago Tragic Bus Fire In Jigawa Claims Four Lives, Leaves Ten Injured

A fire that broke out in a Hummer bus in Jigawa State on February 22, 2025, resulted in four people being burned beyond recognition and ten others sustaining injuries. The incident took place around 4:00 pm, close to the Government Girls Unity Secondary School in Gwaram. In a statement on Sunday, SP Lawan Adam, the […] The post Tragic Bus Fire In Jigawa Claims Four Lives, Leaves Ten Injured appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Our Fight Against Fake Drugs, Substandard Medicines Not Political But To Protect Lives – NAFDAC

National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, has said that purpose of its operations nationwide is not political but to save many lives in the country. The agency’s boss,  Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye led this out on Saturday during a visit at NAFDAC’s Enforcement Office in Apapa, Lagos State to inspect illicit pharmaceuticals confiscated […] The post Our Fight Against Fake Drugs, Substandard Medicines Not Political But To Protect Lives – NAFDAC appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago “Over 11,000 Shops Closed, 40 Suspects Arrested For Selling Fake Drugs” – NAFDAC

National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, has said that over 11,000 shops have been sealed and 40 suspects arrested in its ongoing nationwide fight against substandard and counterfeit medicines. Addressing newsmen on Saturday, in Lagos State, Director-General of NAFDAC, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, stated that the enforcement had been planned for over a […] The post “Over 11,000 Shops Closed, 40 Suspects Arrested For Selling Fake Drugs” – NAFDAC appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Don’t truncate democracy, Makinde warns APC as Adeleke swears

•Poll triumph of democracy – PDP     From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has warned the All Progressives Congress (APC) not to truncate democracy by resorting to self-help on Local Government administration in Osun State. He gave this warning yesterday, during the swearing-in of the 30 newly-elected Local Government Chairmen, stating […] The post Don’t truncate democracy, Makinde warns APC as Adeleke swears-in Osun LG chairmen appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Free trade zone: $200bn foreign investments may leave Nigeria, NACCIMA warns

Tribune Online Free trade zone: $200bn foreign investments may leave Nigeria, NACCIMA warns Over 600,000 jobs at risk AMID the Federal Government’s proposed tax reforms targeting tax imposition on Free Trade Zones (FTZs), the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (NACCIMA) has sounded the alarm, warning that the decision could drive away over $200 billion in Foreign Direct Investments (FDI) from the country and […] Free trade zone: $200bn foreign investments may leave Nigeria, NACCIMA warns Tribune Online

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7 h. ago NDDC charges NDSF organising committee to deliver successful festival

The Executive Director Finance and Administration at the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Alabo Boma Iyaye, on Friday charged the members of the Main Organising Committee (MOC) and Local Organising Committee (LOC) of the Niger Delta Sports Festival (NDSF) to organise a successful festival that will be a benchmark for their regions in the country. […] The post NDDC charges NDSF organising committee to deliver successful festival appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Police arrest Indian hemp dealer, recover 495 Kilogram in Gombe

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe The Gombe state police command has announced the arrest of a suspected dealer and supplier of  indian hemp in the state. According to the Police, about 495 kilograms of the dry leaves, worth N12.6 million were recovered from the suspect who was parading himself as a police officer in Gombe. This […] The post Police arrest Indian hemp dealer, recover 495 Kilogram in Gombe appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago USAID to lay off 2000 staff and put most others on administrative leave

Around 2,000 staff members at the US Agency for International Development (USAID) will lose their jobs by Monday morning, while read more USAID to lay off 2000 staff and put most others on administrative leave

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10 h. ago Zelensky offers to resign in exchange for Ukrainian NATO membership

Volodymyr Zelensky said Sunday — the eve of the third anniversary of Russia’s invasion — that he was ready to quit as Ukraine’s president if it meant Kyiv would be admitted to the NATO military alliance. Zelensky, who has faced fierce criticism from the new US administration, said he wanted to meet Donald Trump before Read More

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11 h. ago Gombe: Police arrest fake policeman with 495kgs of Indian hemp

Tribune Online Gombe: Police arrest fake policeman with 495kgs of Indian hemp Gombe State Police Command has arrested a 52-year-old man, Vincent Ojo for the alleged offences of impersonation and being in possession of dry leaves strongly suspected to be Indian Hemp. Gombe: Police arrest fake policeman with 495kgs of Indian hemp Tribune Online

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13 h. ago Aiyedatiwa pledges to resolve issues delaying Ondo seaport project

The Ondo State Governor, Mr Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring that the deep seaport project proposed for the state commences. The Federal Executive Council, during the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari, had already approved the operating licence for the port in the state. However, the project has yet to commence. Aiyedatiwa Read More

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13 h. ago Peter Obi would not have done anything differently—Cosmas Maduka

Renowned businessman and founder of Coscharis Group, Cosmas Maduka, has stated that Peter Obi would not have implemented policies different from those of the current administration had he won the presidential election. Speaking in an interview on Mic On Podcast with Okinbaloye via YouTube on Saturday, Maduka asserted that Nigeria is moving in the right Read More

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14 h. ago Gov Aliyu reaffirms commitment to combating insecurity in Sokoto

Tribune Online Gov Aliyu reaffirms commitment to combating insecurity in Sokoto Sokoto Governor, Dr Ahmed Aliyu, has reiterated his administration’s unwavering commitment to tackling insecurity in the state. Speaking on Saturday at a security summit organized by the Movement for Social Justice in collaboration with the Sokoto State Government, Governor Aliyu emphasized the need for accountability and transparency in security management. He acknowledged the widespread security […] Gov Aliyu reaffirms commitment to combating insecurity in Sokoto Tribune Online

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16 h. ago Making education accessible to Nigerians critical to national growth — Tinubu

Tribune Online Making education accessible to Nigerians critical to national growth — Tinubu President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his administration’s commitment to making education accessible and affordable to millions of Nigerians across the country. The president who explained that quality education is critical to ensuring national and economic growth, said his administration through the renewed hope agenda would continue to fund and initiate policies that would improve the […] Making education accessible to Nigerians critical to national growth — Tinubu Tribune Online

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17 h. ago Gov Makinde reaffirms commitment to educational advancement at ISAF 2025 Conference

Tribune Online Gov Makinde reaffirms commitment to educational advancement at ISAF 2025 Conference Oyo governor, Seyi Makinde, has reaffirmed that his administration will persist in supporting educational advancement both locally and internationally, as education remains a key pillar of his government. He highlighted that his administration has been actively working to enhance primary, secondary, and tertiary education in the state. Additionally, he emphasized the belief that foreign education […] Gov Makinde reaffirms commitment to educational advancement at ISAF 2025 Conference Tribune Online

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18 h. ago ‘We Are Protecting Lives, Not Disturbing Trade’, NAFDAC Boss Defends Market Raids

The Director General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Professor Mojisola Adeyeye, has defended the agency’s decision to shut down markets involved in the sale of counterfeit drugs, emphasising that the move was about public safety, and not to disrupt businesses. “We are not disturbing trade, we are protecting […]

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20 h. ago Gov Aliyu’s aide commends CDS for advancing security, education in Sokoto

Tribune Online Gov Aliyu’s aide commends CDS for advancing security, education in Sokoto The Special Adviser to Governor Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto State on Security Matters, Colonel Ahmed Usman (retd.), has commended the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, for his unwavering commitment to restoring peace and advancing educational development in the state. Speaking to journalists on Sunday, Colonel Usman highlighted General Musa’s crucial role in […] Gov Aliyu’s aide commends CDS for advancing security, education in Sokoto Tribune Online

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23 h. ago Jigawa signs new agreement with 6 Pension Fund Administrators

The Jigawa State and Local Governments Contributory Pension Scheme Board has formally signed agreements with six reputable Pension Fund Administrators read more Jigawa signs new agreement with 6 Pension Fund Administrators

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23 h. ago NAFDAC Uncovers Counterfeit Drugs Hidden In Plumbing Materials’ Shops In Onitsha Market

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has uncovered large quantities of prohibited and counterfeit drugs hidden inside plumbing materials’ shops at the Onitsha Bridgehead Drug Market in Anambra State. The discovery comes amid an ongoing crackdown on the market, which was recently shut down by regulatory and security agencies over […]

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24 h. ago Over 77 trucks of substandard drugs seized at Aba, Onitsha, Idumota drug markets —NAFDAC

Tribune Online Over 77 trucks of substandard drugs seized at Aba, Onitsha, Idumota drug markets —NAFDAC THE National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) says over 11,000 shops have been sealed off and 40 individuals arrested in its ongoing nationwide clampdown on fake and substandard medicines. Also, over 77 trucks of substandard drugs were seized at Aba, Onitsha and Idumota drug markets during the period under review. The […] Over 77 trucks of substandard drugs seized at Aba, Onitsha, Idumota drug markets —NAFDAC Tribune Online

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