Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

NAFDAC Appoints New CRIA Agent To Strengthen Fight Against Substandard Medicines. In a decisive move to curb the influx of substandard and falsified medicines into Nigeria, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has appointed Cotecna Inspection Services as a Clean Report of Inspection and Analysis (CRIA) agent in India. This forms part of an expanded strategy to intensify pre-shipment verification and regulatory oversight of imported pharmaceuticals and other regulated products from India and China. The announcement, made on Sunday, follows NAFDAC’s recent efforts to rid Nigerian markets of counterfeit drugs, which included the seizure…

Nigeria Receives Over One Million Meningitis Vaccines To Combat Outbreak In Northern States. The Nigerian Government has taken a significant step in combating the ongoing meningitis outbreak in the country, following the arrival of over one million doses of the meningococcal conjugate vaccine (Men5CV). The vaccines, sourced from the Gavi-funded global stockpile, landed in Nigeria on Tuesday, 1 April 2025. The shipment marks the first batch in a major emergency response campaign targeting the meningococcus C and W strains, which have severely impacted northern regions of the country. The campaign will initially roll out in Kebbi and Sokoto states,…

Rivers United Stun Remo Stars As Enyimba Triumph In Thrilling NPFL Weekend. The Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL) delivered an exhilarating weekend of football action, with Matchweek 32 showcasing standout performances, dramatic finishes, and unexpected results. Fans across the country were treated to a spectacle of skill and determination as Rivers United and Enyimba emerged as the headline acts in a series of gripping encounters over the weekend of April 5-6, 2025. Rivers United Halt Remo Stars’ Charge In one of the most anticipated fixtures of the weekend, Rivers United secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over title contenders Remo…

Police Rescue Four Chinese Nationals And Two Officers From Kidnappers In Abia. The Abia State Police Command, in a coordinated effort with the military and other security agencies, has successfully rescued four Chinese expatriates and two Nigerian police officers from the hands of kidnappers in the Uturu area of Isuikwuato Local Government. The command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Maureen Chinaka, disclosed the development in Umuahia on Saturday, confirming that the victims were ambushed on 4 April 2025 while en route to their company in Agukwu-Amaya, Ndundu Community. According to DSP Chinaka, the incident occurred around 5:30pm, when armed…

JAMB Extends Registration Deadline Amid Fraud Investigations. The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has extended its registration deadline beyond the initial date of Monday, 7 April 2025, giving candidates additional time to complete their application process. This development was confirmed on Sunday in a statement issued by JAMB’s spokesperson, Dr Fabian Benjamin. According to the statement, the registration exercise, which commenced on Wednesday, 12 March 2025, will continue until a new closing date is officially announced. The examination body has urged all prospective candidates to take advantage of this extension by registering at any of the Board’s…

Liverpool’s 26-Match Unbeaten Streak Ends At Fulham But Premier League Title Remains In Sight. Liverpool’s remarkable 26-match unbeaten streak in the Premier League came to an end with a 3-1 defeat against Fulham at Craven Cottage, but Arne Slot’s side remain overwhelming favourites to lift the title. The loss was just the Reds’ second of the campaign, and despite the setback, they hold an 11-point lead over second-placed Arsenal. With seven matches remaining, Liverpool require a maximum of just 11 points to clinch a record-equalling 20th top-flight crown. Manager Arne Slot admitted his side were far from their…

United And City Share Spoils In Stalemate As Summer Shake-Up Looms. Manchester United and Manchester City played out a goalless draw at Old Trafford that highlighted the pressing need for change at both clubs ahead of the summer transfer window. Despite the match lacking spark, City came closest to breaking the deadlock through Egypt international Omar Marmoush, who twice tested United goalkeeper André Onana but failed to convert either opportunity. United, under Ruben Amorim, created a number of half-chances but never truly looked convincing in front of goal. The early promise, sparked by Alejandro Garnacho’s darting run that drew…

Oyo State Mourns The Loss Of Former Governor Dr Victor Omololu Olunloyo. Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has expressed profound sadness at the passing of Dr Victor Omololu Olunloyo, a former governor and celebrated mathematician, who died just days shy of his 90th birthday. In a heartfelt statement released on Sunday, Makinde hailed Olunloyo as one of Nigeria’s brightest minds and a towering figure in the nation’s administrative history, underscoring the immense void left by his departure. Dr Olunloyo, a revered statesman and intellectual, passed away in the early hours of Sunday, bringing an end to a remarkable life…

Federal Government Orders 100% Transparency In Tertiary Institutions By May 31. In a bold stride towards accountability and good governance, the Federal Government has mandated all federal tertiary institutions in Nigeria to publish key operational and financial data on their official websites by 31 May 2025. The directive, announced on Saturday, aims to enhance transparency across universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education nationwide. The initiative, led by the Minister of Education, Dr Maruf Tunji Alausa, requires institutions to make public their annual budget allocations, student enrolment figures, and a comprehensive breakdown of funding sources. This includes detailed reports on…

Nigeria’s Public Debt Rises By 48.58% To N144.67 Trillion, Reflecting Increased Investment And Fiscal Response. Nigeria’s public debt rose by 48.58 per cent to N144.67 trillion (approximately $94.23 billion) as of 31 December 2024, according to the latest report from the Debt Management Office (DMO). This marks a notable increase from the N97.34 trillion (or $108.23 billion) recorded at the close of 2023, signalling a year of extensive fiscal activity and investment in national development. The surge in debt, as highlighted by the DMO, was primarily driven by increases in both external and domestic borrowing. External debt rose sharply…

Passengers Escape Unharmed As Red Bus Catches Fire In Lagos. A major tragedy was averted on Saturday morning after passengers narrowly escaped death when a public transit Bus caught fire in the Maryland area of Lagos State. The bus, which was en route from Ikorodu to CMS, began emitting smoke near the driver’s section before bursting into flames. The incident sparked panic among commuters, but thanks to swift reactions, all passengers were able to disembark before the fire spread. An eyewitness and passenger aboard the vehicle recounted the moment the fire began: “At first, we thought the smoke…

Okojie Urges New NNPCL Leadership To Champion National Interest And Industry Growth. The Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Petroleum (Midstream), Hon. Odianosen Okojie, has called on the newly appointed Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Engr. Bayo Ojulari, and his management team to usher in a new era of excellence and innovation in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector. In a statement issued on Saturday, Okojie congratulated the new NNPCL leadership and emphasised the need to prioritise national interest in all operational and strategic decisions. He expressed confidence in the capabilities…