The Apapa Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has intercepted 1.81 tonnes of Cannabis Sativa, also known as Canadian Loud, along with expired drugs valued at ₦12.7 billion. The major seizure occurred at Apapa Port in Lagos on Monday, according to an official statement released by the command’s spokesman, Isah Sulaiman, on Tuesday, June 16, 2026. Comptroller Emmanuel Oshoba, Customs Area Controller (CAC) for Apapa Command, confirmed the interception and explained that the operation was executed through strong inter-agency collaboration and intelligence sharing. Oshoba stated that the successful operation was carried out in close cooperation with operatives of the…
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France defeated Senegal 3-1 in a thrilling World Cup Group I clash after a dominant second-half display. Senegal started strongly, troubling France with quick attacks and intense pressing during an energetic opening period. France controlled possession but struggled to create clear chances as Senegal defended with discipline. The game shifted after the break when France increased their tempo and attacked with greater purpose. READ ALSO: Nigeria wins 5 gold at central African wrestling Kylian Mbappé opened the scoring for France in the 66th minute with a clinical finish. Bradley Barcola doubled France’s lead in the 82nd minute after Senegal’s defense…
No fewer than 500 fact-checkers from 80 countries, including Nigeria, are converging in Lithuania for the 13th edition of the GlobalFact Summit, the world’s largest gathering of fact-checking organizations and information integrity experts. This was stated in a release by Angie Holan, Director of the International Fact-Checking Network (IFCN), the event’s organizer, on Tuesday in Abuja. The three-day summit, running from June 17 to June 19 in Vilnius, the Lithuanian capital, will bring together fact-checkers, journalists, researchers, and technology experts to address emerging challenges in the global information ecosystem. Nigeria is represented by Miss Temilade Onilede, Programme Manager at DUBAWA,…
Gov. Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State commended the Fathers for Good Health (F4H) initiative for enhancing immunization, maternal, and child healthcare services. He made this statement at the 2026 F4H Award Ceremony on Tuesday in Bauchi. Represented by his deputy, Auwal Jatau, the governor said the initiative has played a vital role in promoting positive health behaviors and strengthening the connection between communities and healthcare facilities. Mohammed noted that members of the group have significantly contributed to promoting health awareness, immunization campaigns, maternal and child healthcare utilization, and community mobilization. He emphasized that these efforts have greatly improved the health…
Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has introduced a new policy aimed at discouraging defections among its members following elections. The measure requires all governorship and National Assembly candidates to sign indemnity forms committing them to vacate their seats if they leave the party after winning on its platform. This move was announced by the party’s National Chairman, Sen. Moses Cleopas, during the signing ceremony held at the party’s National Secretariat in Abuja on Tuesday. The event was attended by aspirants and candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections. Cleopas explained that the policy was not a witch-hunt but aimed at protecting…
Ericsson’s June 2026 Mobility Report states that global 5G mobile subscriptions increased to 3.1 billion in the first quarter of 2026, highlighting the rising demand for advanced connectivity worldwide. The report, released on Tuesday, showed that 162 million new 5G subscriptions were added during the quarter, pushing global adoption past the three-billion mark. It projects that 5G subscriptions will more than double to 6.4 billion by 2031, as network deployments and device availability continue to expand. “For Africa, these findings highlight opportunities to accelerate broadband access, digital inclusion, and enterprise connectivity through wider 5G adoption,” the report said. The Ericsson…
The Anambra State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening telemedicine services to improve access to quality healthcare across the state. Commissioner for Health, Dr. Afam Obidike, announced this during an interactive session with doctors overseeing telemedicine services on Tuesday in Awka. Obidike stated that the government is working to expand the program so residents can access medical consultations regardless of their location. “Every resident in Anambra should be able to access a doctor anywhere in the state through telemedicine. Our goal is to make quality healthcare available and accessible to all through technology,” he said. He highlighted proper documentation…
The All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN), Kano State Chapter, has condemned the high cost of fertilizers, stressing the urgent need for the government to subsidize farm inputs to support agriculture. Chairman Abdullahi Ali-Maibread made the call in an interview with newsmen on Tuesday in Kano, ahead of the 2026 cropping season. He expressed concern that farmers in Kano have not received adequate support from any level of government. The Chairman emphasized the need for urgent government intervention to distribute improved seeds and fertilizers at subsidized rates and to implement security measures to protect farmers working in their farms. He…
Food security expert AfricanFarmer Mogaji has emphasized the importance of involving youth in agriculture to boost food security. Mogaji noted that empowering young farmers would help increase food production and address hunger challenges. He shared this in an interview with reporters on Tuesday in Lagos. According to him, one of the quickest ways to improve food security is to deliberately engage young people through grassroots mentorship and coaching programs. “When politicians campaign, they go to the grassroots, ward by ward, street by street. But when implementing agricultural policies, we ask farmers to apply online. “More than 70 percent of agricultural…
Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA) has called on traditional institutions in the state to intensify community mobilization to increase the use of healthcare services under the Basic Healthcare Provision Fund (BHCPF). The KSCHMA Executive Secretary, Dr. Rahila Mukhtar, made the appeal through the agency’s Public Relations Officer, Aminu Turaki, during a sensitization at Tamburawar Gabas, Tanagar, and Warawa Primary Health Centres in Warawa Local Government Area. The delegation engaged healthcare workers, community leaders, enrollees, and other stakeholders during the visit. He explained that the exercise aimed to raise awareness of the benefits of the BHCPF program and educate…