Author: Akintayo Adams

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a public alert about counterfeit cancer treatment drugs, specifically Phesgo 600mg/600mg/10ml, batch number C5290S20. The alert followed a complaint from a doctor at Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH-NSIA). The suspected counterfeit drug was identified through visual comparisons with genuine samples, revealing several discrepancies. NAFDAC has instructed its zonal directors and state coordinators to remove counterfeit products from circulation and urged healthcare professionals and consumers to report any suspicions of substandard or falsified medicines. The agency emphasized the importance of obtaining medical products from authorized and licensed suppliers…

Between January and September 2024, Nigeria experienced 174 electricity-related accidents, a 38% increase from the 126 incidents reported in the same period in 2023, according to the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC). This surge has raised concerns about safety standards in the country’s power sector. The NERC’s quarterly reports showed an upward trend in accidents last year, peaking in the second quarter. The first quarter saw 55 accidents, rising to 63 in the second quarter, and slightly dropping to 56 in the third quarter. Despite this slight improvement, the overall increase underscores the need for stricter safety measures and regulatory…

President Bola Tinubu recently emphasized his understanding of the challenges involved in governing and building the country, despite any insults he might receive. During a meeting with stakeholders from the southeast geopolitical zone in Enugu on Saturday, he highlighted the necessity of removing the petrol subsidy to ensure the nation’s development and safeguard future generations. While in Enugu, President Tinubu commissioned several projects initiated by Governor Peter Mbah, including 30 smart green schools, 60 completed type 2 primary health centres, and the 19-kilometre Airport-New Haven–Bisalla and Okpara Square roads. He reiterated his commitment to the nation’s progress and acknowledged the…

A loan app called Delinquent Loans caused a stir by posting photos of 87 debtors on TikTok to pressure them into repaying their loans. The videos featured captions urging the debtors to settle their loans, and they quickly gained widespread attention. The app’s unconventional method sparked mixed reactions. Some people on social media expressed surprise and caution, while others criticized the tactic as unethical and potentially defamatory. There were also comments about the risks of defaulting on loans and the impact on credit scores. The controversy has ignited a debate about privacy, ethics, and the legality of such public shaming…

There are growing concerns about a potential postponement of the highly anticipated Liverpool vs Manchester United match at Anfield this Sunday. The Met Office has issued an amber weather warning for Merseyside due to the threat of snow and freezing rain, which could disrupt transport and other services. Some areas are expected to receive up to 40 centimeters of snow, raising doubts about the feasibility of holding the match. This situation is reminiscent of last month’s postponement of the Merseyside Derby against Everton due to severe weather conditions caused by Storm Darragh. The safety of fans traveling to the game…

The Nigeria Postal Service (NIPOST) announced an impressive 275% increase in revenue for the year 2024. This significant growth was credited to several key reforms and strategic improvements implemented by the organization. Key Highlights: This turnaround marks a major achievement for NIPOST, which had previously faced consistent declines in revenue. The organization is now focused on sustaining this growth trajectory through further modernization and infrastructure enhancements. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online channel.

US President Joe Biden will award the Presidential Medal of Freedom to 19 honourees on Saturday. The honour is the highest civilian award in America and is bestowed to entertainers, athletes, politicians, and diplomats. Among those expected to receive it are singer and activist Bono, basketball legend Earvin “Magic” Johnson, longtime fashion editor Anna Wintour, Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi, actors Denzel Washington and Michael J. Fox, and fashion designer Ralph Lauren. A White House statement noted that the honourees “are great leaders because they are good people who have made extraordinary contributions to their country and the world.” Others who…

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has described an open invitation by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to tour the newly revived Port Harcourt and Warri Refineries as disrespectful. The spokesperson to Obasanjo, Kehinde Akinyemi, made this known on Friday. The NNPCL had invited the ex-president to the revamped facilities after he accused the state-owned oil firm of rejecting Aliko Dangote’s $750 million offer to manage the Port Harcourt and Kaduna refineries. Obasanjo had faulted NNPCL for rejecting Dangote’s offer despite its inability to manage the plants. Reacting to NNPCL’s invite, Obasanjo said the pattern of the invitation was a…

Oyo State Governor, Sèyí Mákindé, has approved the appointment of 45 Permanent Secretaries and three Executive Secretaries in the state. This was disclosed in a statement by the state Commissioner for Information, Dotun Oyelade. The appointments, announced in a document signed by the Head of Service, Mrs. Olubunmi Oni, include significant changes across various sectors. Sixteen Permanent Secretaries have been deployed into the mainstream civil service, while six new Inspectors General of Education, six Permanent Secretaries in the health sector, and seven Permanent Secretaries in the local government sector have also been appointed. Additionally, one new Permanent Secretary has been…

The Oyo State Government has announced that the distribution of appointment letters to 5,600 newly recruited basic school teachers will begin on Monday, January 6, 2025. The distribution exercise will take place at the Universal Basic Education office in all local government areas across the state. During a meeting with Education Secretaries in Ibadan, the state capital, Nureni Adeniran, Chairman of the state Universal Basic Education Board, emphasized the importance of innovation and modern techniques in teaching. He reiterated the board’s zero tolerance for examination malpractices and noted that the new teachers’ appointments take effect from January 1, 2025. Adeniran…