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NIMET ISSUES FLOOD ALERT IN 20 STATES …Calls for emergency evacuation in flood plains
The agency advised residents of the states to relocate, if necessary, clear drainage systems, prepare emergency kits.
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NAFDAC Uncovers Counterfeit Cialis 20mg Tablets Selling at N47,000 Less Market Value for Original
The agency disclosed that the counterfeit Cialis 20mg tablets are being sold openly in the market at an average price of Eight Thousand Naira per pack, as against the genuine product, which is retailed at about Fifty-Five Thousand per pack.
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#EndSARS at Five: Why Police Reform Has Failed Nigeria - And What Must Change
Nigeria does not need another panel or rebranded tactical unit. The roadmap for genuine reform already exists. What is lacking is political will and institutional accountability.
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SALT AWARENESS WEEK: CAPPA CALLS FOR ACCELERATION OF SALT REDUCTION TARGET
CAPPA noted that cultural practices, rapid urbanization, deceptive marketing and changing lifestyles are tilting Nigerians’ dietary patterns towards ultra-processed foods high in sodium, sugar and unhealthy fats.
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Nigeria Slips 2 Spots in 2025 Global Tobacco Industry Interference Index
The Tobacco Industry Interference (TII) Index assesses countries that are protecting their public health policies from tobacco industry influence. Out of 100 countries assessed globally, Nigeria also ranks 54th on the Global TII Index.
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More Troubles for Malami, as DSS Arrest former AGF Outside Kuje Prisons, Abuja
This comes after MALAMI was released from the Kuje Prisons in Abuja after perfecting his bail conditions in the money laundering charges the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission filed against him at the Federal High Court in Abuja.
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Leadership Crisis: NNPP Mobilises Nationwide Protest against INEC
They also want INEC to restore the original logo and colours of the NNPP to the logo and colours of the RABIU MUSA KWANKWASO faction, which GILBERT AGBO MAJOR described as fake.
Read More →6.8 MILLION WHATSAPP ACCOUNTS OPENED BY SCAMMERS DELETED
Meta noted that most of the six-point-eight million blocked Whatsapp accounts were operated from Southeast Asia.
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SHOOTING STARS ASST. COACH SLUMS, DIES DURING TRAINING
Club sources said that OLOWOKERE was rushed to a hospital after he slumped on the pitch during the team’s morning training session on Monday.
Read More →BREASTFEEDING WEEK: LAGOS REPORTS 57.4% EXCLUSIVE BREASTFEEDING
Considering this year’s team, Doctor KEMI OGUNYEMI said the focus is not just on promoting breastfeeding but ensuring that mothers have the social, institutional and workplace support they need.
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Ifo Residents Jubilate, As Police Arrest 4 Armed Robbers Terrorizing Ogun Communities
The Commissioner of Police instructed the Area Commanders of Sango-Ota and Ifo to reinforce security measures at identified flashpoints throughout the yuletide season to deter criminal activities and ensure safety of lives and property.
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LAGOS STATE SECURES MOU TO DECOMMISSION DUMPSITES, OTHERS
With between 13,000 – 14,000 tonnes of waste generated in Lagos daily, the Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, said the goal is also to reduce landfill dependency on wastes.
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AFCON Final Brawl: CAF Slams Severe Sanctions Against Senegal and Morocco
CAF Disciplinary Board approved wide-ranging sanctions against the Senegalese football federation and the Royal Moroccan Football Federation, as well as several players and officials for breaches of the principles of fair play, loyalty and integrity, during and after the final match.
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MINISTRY OF TRANSPORTATION PARTNERS KADUNA STATE ON SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OF LAND TRANSPORT SECTOR
The Minister mandated the Director in the office of the Permanent Secretary, MUSA IBRAHIM, to work towards inaugurating a committee next week to ensure timely completion of the rail project in Kaduna State.
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3 Convicts to Die by Hanging for Cult-Related Murder in Rivers State
During the trial, the court heard how the defendants, who are members of Iceland secret cult group, conspired, kidnapped and murdered their victim. They also chopped off his head and other body organs, before dumping the remains inside a pit, while the head of the victim was taken to a shrine.
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Maiduguri Terror Attacks: Opposition Knocks Tinubu, as Army Warns of Resurgence of Suicide Bombing
This comes as the Nigerian Army warns about the resurgence of suicide bombing by Jihadist groups in the northern part of the country and advised people to avoid crowded areas.
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Telecoms Subscribers to Enjoy Compensation for Service Disruption - NCC
The NCC spokeswoman noted that poor service delivery has far-reaching consequences, affecting productivity, business activities, and public confidence in the communications system.
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Up Tobacco Control Budget to Curb Rising Youth-Targeted Campaign - CAPPA Urges FG
CAPPA’s Executive Director, AKINBODE OLUWAFEMI, reasoned that the rapid spread of these products, combined with weak enforcement and limited funding, poses a serious public health risk.
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ADC To Seeks Supreme Court Interpretation on 2026 Electoral Act, As INEC Adjusts 2027 Elections Timetable
ADC spokesman, BOLAJI ABDULLAHI particularly pointed out the Section of the new Electoral Act that provides for the nomination of candidates for elections, which he said is intended to demobilized opposition parties.
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ADEGBORUWA Kicks, as Lagos APC Welcomes Reintroduction of Monthly Sanitation Exercise
ADEGBORUWA reminded the Lagos State government monthly sanitation exercise was halted by the Federal High Court in 2015, adding that since the case was still in court, the state government cannot proceed with the proposed resumption of the cleanup exercise.
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$25m Debt: H-PTL Appoints Interim Administrator for Green Energy, Lekoil
Green Energy and Lekoil are Joint Venture Partners in Okatikpa Field under Petroleum Mining Lease (PML) – 11, located in Andoni, River State. They are indebted to H-PTL Energy Services Limited in the sum of $25.5m since mid-2025, and have been unable to liquidate the overdue debt.
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Public Holiday in Bauchi; Half-Day Work in Oyo, as 7 States Celebrate Golden Jubilee
These are Bauchi, Benue, Borno, Imo, Niger, Ogun, Ondo, and Oyo states, which were created in June 1976, by former Military Head of State, General YAKUBU GOWON.
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Activist Faults Gov Sanwo-Olu's Claim on Makoko Demolition, Accuses LAGS of Insincerity and Inconsistency
The CEE-HOPE Executive Director maintained that civil society groups involved in the Makoko struggle were not opposed to the urban redevelopment scheme of the Lagos State but want the government to follow the due process.
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7 AFRICAN COUNTRIES FACE VISA RESTRICTION, AS U.S. TRAVEL BAN BEGINS
The travel restriction affects Chad, Eritrea, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Congo-Brazzaville and Equatorial Guinea.
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KENYA REQUEST TALKS WITH IMF ON NEW LENDING PROGRAMME
This comes after both sides abandoned the ninth review of current $3.6 billion loan programme. The authorities in Nairobi are now contending with rising debt servicing costs.
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EFCC Secures Final Forfeiture of $13M Traced to AISHA ACHIMUGU
The Judge dismissed the claims that AISHA ACHIMUGU received the $13m as gifts through the bank accounts of Oceangate Engineering Company, as she never showed up in court to show cause why the funds should not be forfeited to the federal government.
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D'Tigress Unveil FIBA Women's World Cup Qualifying Squad
Coach Rena Wakama's list includes experienced players like Ezinne Kalu, Sarah Ogoke, Amy Okonkwo, and Promise Amukamara in the list announced.
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10 Filipino Sailors Fined $6M for Cocaine Shipment Seized in Apapa, Lagos
Justice AYOKUNLE FAJI delivered the judgment after the defendants pleaded guilty to a four-count charge brought against them, following a plea bargain deal reached with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA.
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Lagos CP, OLOHUNDARE JIMOH, Steps Up to AIG, as PSC Splashes Promotions on 84 Senior Police Officers
Other newly promoted AIGs include EMMANUEL ADO CHRISTOPHER of the Yobe State Command, JOSEPH ERIBO of Ekiti State Command, DANTAWAYE MILLER of the FCT Command, and OLARENWAJU OGUNLOWO of the Ogun State Command.
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FIBA Women’s World Cup: S.Korea Breaks Nigeria’s Competitive Winning Streak
The loss came just a day after Nigeria began the qualifying tournament on a high note with an impressive 70–37 victory over Colombia women's national basketball team.
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