NAFDAC and Abia Government Join Forces to Combat Counterfeit Drugs and Substandard Foods
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NAFDAC and Abia Government Join Forces to Combat Counterfeit Drugs and Substandard Foods

In a coordinated effort, the Abia State government and the National Agency for Food, Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) have united to wage a war against counterfeit drugs, substandard foods, and other unsafe products within the country. During an official meeting at the government house in Umuahia, Governor Alex Otti, alongside his team, welcomed the Director-General of NAFDAC, Prof Mojisola Adeyeye, to discuss strategies for battling the menace of fake products. Expressing concern over the loss of lives caused by fake drugs and substandard goods, the Governor affirmed his administration's unwavering commitment to eliminating such harmful items from the market. He revealed that a specialized task force has been set up under his leadership to combat illicit practices and assured t...
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  South Africa Coach Reveals Preliminary Squad for Super Eagles Showdown in 2026 WCQ
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For the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Nigeria and Zimbabwe, Bafana Bafana's head coach, Hugo Broos, has unveiled a preliminary squad consisting of 36 players. The showdown with the Super Eagles will take place at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on June 7. Following that, the former African champions will host Zimbabwe at the Free State Stadium in Bloemfontein on June 11, 2024. In days to come, it is anticipated that the Belgian coach will trim down the squad to 23 players. Currently, Bafana Bafana hold the second position in Group C with three points from two matches, while the Super Eagles are in third place with two points from an equal number of games.
27-Year-Old Serial Motorcycle Thief in Ede Apprehended by Osun NSCDC
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27-Year-Old Serial Motorcycle Thief in Ede Apprehended by Osun NSCDC

Wahab Saburi, a 27-year-old suspected serial motorcycle thief and resident of Obada Compound in Ede, Osun State, has been caught by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Osun State Command. On May 11, 2024, NSCDC personnel arrested Saburi at Oke-Ola Area, Ede, Osun State, as revealed in a statement by the State Commandant, Michael Adaralewa, and spokesperson Adeleke Kehinde. Investigations uncovered that Saburi stored stolen motorcycles in his room at Obada Street Agate following theft incidents. According to the commandant, Saburi admitted to engaging in motorcycle theft for about three years and confessed to stealing a motorcycle on the day of his arrest using a specific key to unlock it. Further probing revealed that Saburi had four stolen motorcycles in his possess...
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Alleged Stabbing Incident by Wife in Benue: Police Uninformed

Denying knowledge of the reported incident, the Benue State Police informed that they have no information regarding the woman who allegedly stabbed her husband to death in Makurdi following a dispute over sex. Responding to inquiries by journalists on Tuesday, the Benue State Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, Sewuese Anene, stated, "We don’t have this information please." Reports suggest that in Achusa Village, Makurdi Local Government Area of Benue State, a 29-year-old woman named Torkwase fatally stabbed her husband amid a disagreement over sexual matters. The couple, married for two months, engaged in a quarrel over sex before the wife resorted to using a kitchen knife to attack her husband, Igbah Kpile, resulting in multiple stab wounds, causing him to collapse. It is alleged ...
Predictions from Micah Richards and Jamie Redknapp for Man City vs West Ham Showdown
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Predictions from Micah Richards and Jamie Redknapp for Man City vs West Ham Showdown

Manchester City is favored by Micah Richards and Jamie Redknapp to secure their fourth consecutive Premier League title. Following their 2-0 victory over Tottenham on Tuesday night, the duo shared their insights on Sky Sports. With Erling Haaland scoring a brace to bring his season goal tally to 27, City now sit two points clear at the top of the table, surpassing Arsenal as they head into the final round of fixtures. Both Richards and Redknapp are confident that Guardiola's squad will rise victorious against West Ham, where David Moyes will be leading his final game as manager. Addressing the potential for an upset, former City defender Richards remarked, "No disrespect to West Ham, but based on previous experiences at the stadium during crucial moments, I believe Man City will...
‘Clarification on the absence of a hotel’ – Nigerian Correctional Service speaks out
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‘Clarification on the absence of a hotel’ – Nigerian Correctional Service speaks out

Addressing concerns, the Nigerian Correctional Service, NCoS, emphasized that the Correctional Service Multi-Purpose Co-operative Society, COCOS, Hotel and Gardens Project did not receive funding from the Federal Government. In a statement on Wednesday in Abuja, the agency’s Public Relations Officer, Umar Abubakar, highlighted that the hotel was initiated as an investment of the NCoS Cooperative Society. Responding to inquiries regarding the facility, the spokesperson clarified that the hotel, featured on the Service’s official Facebook page, was solely to enhance staff welfare. He underscored that it was a result of strategic planning and efficiency by the agency's cooperative unit. Expressing puzzlement at attempts to undermine legitimate investments, Abubakar mentioned that ...
Former CBN Governor Denies Printing New Naira Notes Worth N18.96 Billion
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Former CBN Governor Denies Printing New Naira Notes Worth N18.96 Billion

Godwin Emefiele, the former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) governor, entered a plea of not guilty on Wednesday in response to accusations of approving the printing of N684.5 million with a value of N18.96 billion. Emefiele made this plea during his arraignment by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on four counts before Justice Maryann Anenih of the FCT High Court in Abuja. The EFCC, in the four counts against him, alleged that Emefiele intentionally disregarded the law to harm the public while executing the naira swap policy of former President Muhammadu Buhari's administration. Additionally, the anti-graft agency accused Emefiele of illicitly authorizing the withdrawal of N124.8 billion from the Federation’s Consolidated Revenue Fund. Further d...
NEWS ALERT: Emefiele secures N300m bail in latest criminal proceeding
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NEWS ALERT: Emefiele secures N300m bail in latest criminal proceeding

Former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, Godwin Emefiele, has been granted a N300 million bail by the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, High Court in Maitama. This comes after he was arraigned on a four-count charge related to the unauthorized printing of new Naira notes. Emefiele pleaded not guilty to the charges brought against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC. As part of the bail conditions, he is required to provide two sureties, each owning titled property within the Maitama area of FCT. Justice Anenih mandated that Emefiele surrender his travel documents to the court and obtain court permission before traveling abroad. The bail conditions mirror those set by Justice Hamza Muazu in a separate criminal case against Emefiele in the FCT High Court....
LaLiga President, Javier Tebas, Picks His ‘GOAT’ Between Messi and Ronaldo
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LaLiga President, Javier Tebas, Picks His ‘GOAT’ Between Messi and Ronaldo

The ongoing debate of who is the greatest of all time between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo has received input from La Liga president, Javier Tebas. In his assessment, Tebas acknowledged both players as being among the finest in the history of football but notably placed the Inter Miami forward as his top choice over the Portugal captain. His sentiments were expressed during a recent interview with Juan Jose Buscalia from DSports. "Lionel and Cristiano are without a doubt two of the greatest players in history, with Messi being my top pick. While players are significant, they are not the sole defining factor of a competition," Tebas shared. He further commented, "The continuous excellence displayed by Messi and Cristiano from a young age, maintaining peak performance over...
The EFCC clarifies its stance on banning foreign missions’ financing
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The EFCC clarifies its stance on banning foreign missions’ financing

Addressing concerns, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) emphasized that it does not have the authority to dictate or prohibit foreign missions on managing their finances. During an interview with Arise Television, the Acting Director of Public Affairs for the EFCC, Wilson Uwujaren, highlighted the agency’s perspective. Uwujaren expressed, "The EFCC does not possess the jurisdiction to intervene in how foreign missions handle their finances or instruct them on their financial operations." Recognizing the diplomatic privileges that foreign missions hold as representatives of their respective countries under international law, Uwujaren emphasized that the EFCC respects these privileges and refrains from encroaching on them. He stated, "It is outside the scope of the EFCC'...