Month: September 2024

The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has directed Theater Commander Operation Hadin Kai to offer all necessary assistance to victims of flood disaster in Borno State. The CDS issued the directive in a statement through the Director Defence Information, Brig-Gen. Tukur Gusau, on Wednesday. General Musa expressed sadness over the loss of lives, destruction of property, and the displacement of thousands of citizens as a result of the […]

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control NAFDAC has ordered the recall of Dove Beauty Cream Bar Soap, 100g, with batch number 81832M 08, produced in Germany. In a statement disclosed on its website, NAFDAC noted that the soap contains a harmful chemical impurity, Butylphenyl Methylpropional (BMHCA), also known as Lilial, which is banned in cosmetic products for its potential health risks. The agency explained that the […]

President Bola Tinubu has approved the commencement of 2024 National Honours Award to Nigerians and friends of Nigeria who have contributed to the development of the country. The Minister of Special Duties and Intergovernmental Affairs, Mr Zaphaniah Jisalo, made this known at a meeting with management staff of the ministry on Tuesday in Abuja. He said that the Federal Government would also honour Nigerians who have distinguished themselves in their […]

Victor Osimhen is starting from the bench in Tuesday’s African Cup of Nations qualifying clash between the Super Eagles and Rwanda in Kigali. Manager, Austin Eguavoen has only made a single change from the lineup that beat Benin Republic on Saturday as the Eagles hope to continue their great start to the qualifiers at the Amahoro Stadium. Osimhen scored Nigeria’s second goal, just eight minutes after coming on in Saturday’s […]

The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) President, Comrade Joe Ajaero, has been released by the Department of State Services (DSS). Ajaero was arrested on Monday morning at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Aiport in Abuja, on his way to London to attend the Trade Union Congress, TUC of the United Kingdom conference. He was reportedly released a few minutes before the 12midnight ultimatum issued by the organised labour but had his travel […]

The Dangote Refinery has officially begun petrol production, marking a significant milestone in Nigeria’s energy sector. This development is expected to alleviate the ongoing petrol scarcity that has gripped the nation, offering much-needed relief to millions of Nigerians. President of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, during a press briefing today said the refinery will fuel growth, development, and prosperity by supplying energy to the people of the country.   Dangote […]

The federal government today, September 2nd, handed over 20 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses to the Oyo state government. The initiative, according to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, was to cushion the effect of fuel subsidy removal and promote a safer, cleaner, and more reliable nation. Speaking at the event held at Pacesetter Transport Services (PTS) office in Ibadan, the president, who was represented by the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and […]