NAFDAC Clarifies Stance on Bread Safety Amid Misinterpreted Claims
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has clarified its stance on recent statements that were interpreted as a warning against the consumption of bread in Nigeria. The clarification came after Roseline Ajayi, NAFDAC’s South-West Coordinator, spoke about the use of saccharine in bread production, mentioning that some bakers had turned […]
Nigeria Inter-Religious Council Urges Federal Government to Address Surge in Insecurity
The Nigeria Inter-Religious Council (NIREC) has called on the Federal Government to take decisive action against the recent surge in killings, kidnappings, and banditry in the country. The appeal was made in a statement issued on Tuesday by NIREC, led by the President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Daniel Okoh, and the Sultan […]
Bwala Backs Arrest of Journalists Under Tinubu Administration, Emphasizes Legal Accountability
Daniel Bwala, former Atiku Abubakar 2023 Presidential Campaign spokesman and current supporter of President Bola Tinubu, has endorsed the arrest of journalists and media professionals involved in criminal activities. Speaking on ChannelsTV’s Politics Today on Tuesday, Bwala asserted that journalists do not have immunity from lawful apprehension if they engage in criminal behavior. Bwala, who […]
Son Kills Four Family Members in Syosset Murder-Suicide Amid Inheritance Dispute
A family tragedy unfolded in Syosset on Sunday when a distraught son, fearing he would be left out of his recently deceased mother’s will, killed four family members before taking his own life, authorities report. The murder-suicide occurred just before noon on Wyoming Court, shortly after the death of 95-year-old Theresa DeLucia on August 19. […]
Israeli Air Strike on West Bank Refugee Camp Kills Five, Including Two Children
At least five people, including two children, were killed in an Israeli air strike on a refugee camp in the occupied West Bank, according to the Palestinian health ministry. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed the strike on the Nur Shams camp near Tulkarm, stating it targeted the command center of a “terror cell.” In […]
Finance Minister Reaffirms FG Commitment to Economic Development and Agricultural Resilience
Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, has reiterated the Federal Government’s commitment to bolstering local economic development and enhancing agricultural resilience, especially in the face of natural disasters. During his visit to Kebbi State, Edun highlighted the Bola Tinubu administration’s efforts to strengthen economic partnerships and address challenges posed […]
Niger State Government Lifts Mining Ban with New Conditions to Combat Insecurity
The Niger State Government has lifted its ban on mining activities, a year after it was imposed by Governor Umaru Bago. Acting Governor Yakubu Garba announced the decision at the Government House in Minna, detailing new conditions that mining companies must adhere to before resuming operations. Garba stated that mining companies are now required to […]
President Tinubu Appoints New Heads for DSS, NIA Amid Security Shake-Up
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Adeola Oluwatosin Ajayi as the new Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), replacing Yusuf Magaji Bichi. Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on Media & Publicity made the announcement on Monday. Ajayi, formerly the Assistant Director-General, has held key roles as State Director in Bauchi, Enugu, […]
PDP Applauds Court Decision on Edo Primary, Backs Ighodalo
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has welcomed the Court of Appeal’s decision to overturn a federal high court judgment that had questioned the conduct of its governorship primary in Edo State, where Dr. Asue Ighodalo emerged as the party’s candidate for the upcoming gubernatorial election on September 21. In a unanimous ruling, the three-member panel […]
IGP Egbetokun Orders Manhunt for Abuja Shi’ite Attackers, 97 Arrested
Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, has initiated a manhunt for the individuals responsible for attacking police officers in Abuja, believed to be members of the Islamic Movement of Nigeria (IMN). The violent incident occurred on Sunday, August 25, in the Wuse area, resulting in the deaths of two police officers and injuries to several […]
