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NAFDAC refutes social media claims, confirming no directive to lift ban on sachet and 200ml alcoholic products. The National Agency for Food, Drug Administration and Control (NÀFDAC) has said that federal government did not order a reversal of the ban placed on sachet alcohol and 200ml PET bottle alcoholic products....

Nigeria’s federal government announces sweeping radar overhaul and counter-drone shield to secure its airspace nationwide. The Federal Government has announced a sweeping plan to overhaul aviation and airspace security, unveiling major radar upgrades and the deployment of advanced counter-drone systems across the country. In a statement posted on X on...

Governor Uba Sani has reiterated his commitment to supporting initiatives that expand digital literacy, promote innovation, and provide equal learning opportunities for every child. The Governor, speaking at the “Class Is Open Everywhere” DigiTruck Digital Skills Training Programme on Tuesday, emphasized that no child will be discriminated against, whether in...

Finance minister Wale Edun says government will identify assets and timelines for sale as Nigeria courts private investors and partnerships. Nigeria’s federal government will commence the sale of selected state owned assets to private investors in 2026, Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has said....

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) FCT Council has taken steps to deepen capacity building for its members with a proposed strategic partnership with the African Centre for Leadership, Strategy and Development (LSD). The move was formalised on Tuesday when the NUJ FCT Council paid a courtesy visit to the...

NDLEA officer dies during Bonny Island drug raid as operatives arrest six suspects and recover assorted illicit drugs. The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has confirmed the death of one of its officers during a drug raid in Bonny Island, Rivers State, where six suspected drug traffickers were arrested....

Anambra government insists Monday market inspections will continue, warning traders that closed shops risk being shut. The Anambra State Government has said it will continue inspecting markets every Monday and shutting shops whose owners fail to open for business. The Commissioner for Information, Dr. Law Mefor, stated this while responding...

The Citizen Watch Advocacy Initiative (CWAI) has commended the leadership of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) for what it described as far-reaching reforms that have transformed the Service and strengthened national security despite funding constraints. In a statement signed by Mahmud Bello, Director of Media and Stakeholders...