NAFDAC alerts public, as Europe recalls ‘Caro White’ from Nigeria
The National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC), alerts the public regarding the recall of Caro White Skin Lightening Beauty Lotion by the European Union (EU) Rapid Alert System for Dangerous Non-Food Products. A statement on its website, said the product failed to comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation due to its […]
EX President Jonathan sues for peace in Rivers State Political Crisis
Former President, Goodluck Jonathan, is suing for peace and a truce in the Rivers State political crisis involving Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike. Speaking at the flag-off of the Trans-Kalabari Road today, Jonathan described as worrisome, the incessant battles between Governors and their predecessors and the political tension in Rivers State. “Outgoing […]
Attempted coup in the DR of Congo halted
The Democratic Republic of Congo army says it has quashed an attempted coup against President Felix Tshisekedi in the capital Kinshasa involving Congolese and foreign fighters. DR Congo army spokesperson Brig Gen Sylavin Ekenge several suspects have been detained and the “situation is now under control”. His statement comes hours after Witnesses say a group […]
President Tinubu approves FCT week
President Bola Tinubu has approved May 27 to June 6 as Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Week for the inauguration of various projects executed under his administration. The Minister of FCT, Mr Nyesom Wike, confirmed this while inspecting some of the projects in preparation for inauguration to celebrate Tinubu’s one year in office. Wike said particularly […]
NCC temporarily suspends issuance of communications licenses
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) says it has temporarily suspended the issuance of new licenses in some categories. The commission said the categories included interconnect exchange license, mobile virtual network operator license and value-added service aggregator license. The Director of Public Affairs, NCC, Dr Reuben Muoka, in a statement in Abuja said the temporary suspension […]
FG-No plans to illegally access workers savings
The Federal Government says there are no plans to “illegally access” workers’ savings and pension contributions. There were reports that the Federal Government plans to tap from the pension and life insurance of workers to develop infrastructure in the country. But clarifying the comment attributed to him, Minister of Finance and the Coordinator of the […]
President Tinubu requests refund of N24Billion
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has asked the House of Representatives to approve the refund of over Twenty four Billion Naira to Nasarawa and Kebbi states as cost of construction of airports in both states. These requests from the president contained in three separate letters and read at the plenary by the Deputy Speaker, Benjamin Kalu […]
FG to open student loan portal on May 24
The Federal Government, through the Nigerian Education Loan Fund, has announced May 24, as the official date for “the opening of the portal for student loan applications.” The Managing Director of NELFUND, Mr Akintunde Sawyerr, disclosed this yesterday in a statement saying the opening of the portal marked a significant milestone in the commitment of […]
Women’s Club World Cup to take place in 2026
FIFA has confirmed that the inaugural Women’s Club World Cup will take place in January and February 2026. The 16-team tournament will be held every four years and fall during the domestic season for European leagues, between the Women’s Champions League group stages and the knockout rounds. FIFA at its congress today in Bangkok also […]
ASUU may be forced to embark on nationwide strike
Members of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), have said they may be forced to embark on a nationwide strike, over what they described as dissatisfaction with the way their demands are being handled by the states and federal government. A statement signed by the president of AS, Professor Emmanuel Osodeke, said the decision […]
