The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has reiterated its commitment to enforcing the ban on sachet and 200ml PET bottle alcoholic drinks. NAFDAC Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, made the statement on Friday while speaking to journalists after manufacturers and union members protested at the agency’s Lagos office. The protesters carried placards urging the Federal Government to halt NAFDAC’s ongoing enforcement of the ban on small-sized alcoholic beverages. Adeyeye, however, said the enforcement is backed by law, stressing that only a change in legislation could compel the agency to stop its actions. “We told them clearly…
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The Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) has pledged research grants to two PhD students from Nigerian universities whose studies focus on environmental sciences and sustainability. The announcement was made on Friday by the NCF Director-General, Dr Joseph Onoja, while unveiling the 24th Chief S.L. Edu Memorial Lecture in Lagos. Onoja said the grants would support research in biodiversity conservation, environmental management, and sustainable livelihoods across Nigeria. “This followed a rigorous and transparent adjudication process involving academics, professionals and stakeholders in conservation-related fields. Since its inception, 48 candidates have been awarded this scholarship,” he added. He revealed that Most Rev. Dr Matthew…
The federal government has inaugurated the National Working Committee (NWC) of World Skills Nigeria to strengthen skills development and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in the country. The committee was inaugurated in Abuja by the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, shortly after Nigeria’s admission as the 89th member of World Skills International (WSI), a global body dedicated to promoting skills excellence and workforce competitiveness. Speaking at the inauguration, Dr. Alausa described Nigeria’s membership of WorldSkills International as a major milestone, noting that it signalled a renewed national commitment to building a globally competitive workforce. He explained that…
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has warned Nigerians against using Goya oil sold in PET bottles, describing such products as fake and unsafe. The warning was issued on Friday during a media briefing at NAFDAC’s Investigation and Enforcement Directorate office in Lagos. Dr Martins Iluyomade, Director of Investigation and Enforcement, said Goya oil sold in plastic bottles is not licensed by the agency. “Goya oil sold in plastic bottles is fake. The only approved product is imported in original bottles by authorized dealers,” Iluyomade told journalists. He revealed that NAFDAC uncovered large-scale production of…
The Niger State Government has unveiled the New Niger Health Agenda, calling for strong collaboration and ownership by local government councils to reposition healthcare delivery, particularly at the grassroots level. The agenda was launched during a one-day high-level strategic and technical engagement between the Niger State Ministry of Health and local government leadership in Minna on Thursday. Speaking at the event, Governor Umaru Bago described the engagement as timely and strategic, noting that a functional healthcare system is the backbone of a productive and prosperous society. He was represented by the Deputy Governor, Mr Yakubu Garba. Bago highlighted healthcare challenges…
The Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support (L-PRES) Project in Bauchi State has approved the establishment of a large Livestock Service Centre in Galambi, with construction already at an advanced stage. The State Coordinator of L-PRES, Musa Adamu-One, disclosed this in an interview with journalists on Friday in Bauchi. Adamu-One expressed optimism that the facility would be completed within the year, noting that progress at the site is visible to commuters along the Galambi–Liman Katagum corridor. He said the L-PRES project was designed to boost livestock production and strengthen the livestock value chain through improved infrastructure, modern technology and expanded commercial…
The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) says it will enforce strict compliance while accelerating gas distribution to drive industrialisation and lower production costs nationwide. The Authority Chief Executive of NMDPRA, Mr Saidu Mohammed made the disclosure on Friday in Port Harcourt during an inspection of petroleum and gas facilities in Rivers. Mohammed said the authority was committed to engaging operators across the midstream and downstream segments while providing the necessary regulatory support to achieve desired outcomes. He said the inspection of facilities formed part of the Federal Government’s commitment to the Decade of Gas initiative, aimed at…
WaterAid Nigeria has trained 30 volunteer hygiene promoters for Maya Aladiye and Maya Olorijo communities in Ikorodu North Local Council Development Area of Lagos State. The training is aimed at promoting hygiene behavioral change and preventing disease outbreaks in the communities. The three-day programme, which ran from Wednesday to Friday, focused on hand-washing, safe water practices, environmental cleanliness and the elimination of open defecation. Speaking at the event on Friday, the Community Development Council Chairman of Maya Olorijo Phase Two, Mr Victor Ologhobo, described the initiative as timely and impactful. He said the training had improved residents’ understanding of hygiene,…
The Oyo State Government has announced plans to engage no fewer than 700 youths in its agribusiness and farmer support programmes in 2026 as part of efforts to address unemployment and curb irregular migration. The Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Mr Olasunkanmi Olaleye, disclosed this on Friday in Ibadan while outlining the state’s agricultural interventions for the year. Olaleye said the youth-focused initiative is being implemented in partnership with Denmark and the European Union through the International Centre for Migration Policy Development (ICMPD). According to him, the programme will support returning migrants and young people from host communities with…
A Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, Dr Abdullahi Kabir, has warned that the misuse of misoprostol poses serious health risks and could lead to maternal and infant deaths. Kabir, a consultant at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital (ATBUTH), Bauchi, gave the warning in an interview with reporters on Friday in Bauchi. According to him, misoprostol is a medically approved drug used to prevent stomach ulcers, induce labor under strict medical supervision, and control postpartum haemorrhage. He explained that improper use of the drug could result in uterine rupture, excessive bleeding, severe injury to the baby and, in some cases,…