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Beyond shifting consumer behaviour, FOP labels also push food manufacturers to reformulate their products. Companies often reduce sugar, salt, and saturated fat levels to avoid bearing a prominent “HIGH IN...” warning on their packaging, which in turn contributes to a healthier national food supply.
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Speaking in an interview on the television platform, TOKUNBO WAHAB said the reintroduction of the cleanup exercise is leaning on the successful implementation of the ban of the sale and use of Styrofoam and single-use plastic products in Lagos State.
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The spokesperson for the Lagos State Police Command, ABIMBOLA ADEBISI, said the State Criminal Investigation Department, Panti, is investigating the roles played by the protest leaders.
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In preparation for what is to come, NARD mandated its National Officers’ Committee to activate all necessary processes in preparation for industrial action, if the government fail to demonstrate satisfactory compliance within the stipulated period.
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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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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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The Minister of Education, TUNJI ALAUSA, made the announcement in Abuja during the inauguration of key officials appointed to lead the two institutions.
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Information Minister said government is pained that despite sustained public sensitisation and repeated warnings about the danger of scooping fuel from fallen tankers, some citizens still take such life-threatening risks.
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To build a sustainable future, we must dismantle the barriers posed by outdated infrastructure and adopt cutting-edge waste management solutions that prioritize environmental stewardship.
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Governor Otti said that the 64-page law would support the power initiatives of the government and strengthen the plans of his administration to extend power to the rest of the 8 LGAs of the state, which are not covered by Geometric power limited covering 9 LGAs.
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The event, which held on March 22, 2025, was organised by veteran Chess player, Mr. Olurotimi Dasaolu, and sponsored by the management of Royal Rex Hotel.
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The Coroner’s Court was informed that hearing is suspended pending the outcome of a meeting between the State Attorney General and all parties involved, which is scheduled for May 12, 2026.
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Minister of Interior says June 12 represents Nigeria’s historic journey to building a nation where truth and justice reign and peace is sustained and the future assured.
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The event is scheduled to take place from Wednesday, March 26th to Saturday, 29th, 2025, and it aims to train young creatives, foster international collaborations, and further enhance the capabilities of creators and professionals within the value chain of music production and business.
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Already, the communities where these incidents are alleged to have occurred have reacted, dismissing any claims of explosions on oil and gas facilities in their domains, and reassuring that all critical government assets within their areas are safe, secure and efficiently functioning.
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The blast at the Bodo community-end of the Trans-Niger Pipeline, which transports crude oil to the Bonny Terminal, was followed by a raging inferno. But the cause of the explosion had not been ascertained as at the time of filing in this report.
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The Abuja-Kaduna passenger train involved in the accident on August 26, 2025, had six hundred and eighteen people onboard, with twenty-one injured, but no fatalities.
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Governor Alex Otti listed the National War Museum, Ojukwu Bunker, the Long Juju of Arochukwu, the cave in Umunneochi, the Azumini Blue River, among tourist sites with huge potentials that require attention in Abia State.
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Brigadier General MARWA made the declaration in a presentation at a workshop organized by the Nigerian Academy of Science in Abuja, with the theme: “Cannabis Oil Debate: The Path Forward for Nigeria”.
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The rainy season in Lagos State is expected to start as early as the last week of March, while the end of season is expected in the first week of December, saying the average annual rainfall amount predicted is 1936mm which is greater than the long-term 1991-2020 average.
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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He said "Olumo Rock, being our foremost tourist attraction, will receive the necessary uplift to attact more visitors, adding that “If we are not intentional about restoring, maintaining, and protecting our heritage sites, they risk deterioration.”
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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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The directive was contained in a circular jointly issued by the TUC and NLC earlier today, following what has been described as a marathon conciliatory meeting between the unions and the Minister of the FCT, NYESOM WIKE.
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The Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Abubakar Atiku Bagudu, said the partnership with UNIDO is for a period of four years, from 2024 to 2028.
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This was part of the outcome of the Maiden Mid-Term Review Meeting convened by the Federal Ministry of Works to assess the implementation of resolutions reached at the 29th National Council on Works (NCW).
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The Ministry of Environment and Water Resources says reclamation projects were being done indiscriminate, without requisite Environmental Impact Assessment approvals and Drainage Clearance.
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The NGO called for transparency about the deal, saying the Lagos State government owed its taxpayers a duty of disclosure and accountability.
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This initiative, aimed at capturing detailed data on houses, businesses, and residents, is designed to boost revenue generation, ensure fairness in taxation, and improve access to social services across the state.
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The PPRO said the owner of the building, who was inside the house at the time of the incident, survived with minor bruises.
