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Bayelsa Raises Concern Over Influx Of Fake Products
The Bayelsa Government warns that the influx of fake drugs, drinks, and cosmetics in markets is fuelling liver, kidney, and lung diseases. The Commissioner for Information, Orientation, and Strategy, Mr Ebiuwou Koku-Obiyai, described the situation as a “serious emergency” requiring urgent attention from both government and residents. She spoke in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Sunday in...
Army Cites Mis- interpretation Of COAS’ Comment On Armunition
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has clarified remarks made by the Chief of Defence Staff, COAS, General Christopher Musa, on the need for Nigerians to learn self-defense skills, following mixed interpretations of his statement. Speaking through the Director of Defence Information, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, the military stressed that General Musa never called on citizens to carry arms for self-protection. Instead,...
Chelle Releases Provisional List Ahead Of 2026 World Cup
Head Coach Eric Sekou Chelle has selected team captain William Ekong, first-choice goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, defenders Olaoluwa Aina and Calvin Bassey, midfielders Alex Iwobi and Wilfred Ndidi, and forwards Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman and Simon Moses in a provisional list of 31 for next month’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against Rwanda and South Africa. There are also youthful...
Vaalco Reaffirms Commitments To Nigeria’s Energy Sector
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to attracting international oil companies back to Nigeria’s energy sector with globally competitive incentives, as American oil giant, Vaalco Energy, signals plans to re-enter the country’s oil and gas industry. The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, disclosed this during a meeting with a delegation from Vaalco Energy in...
FRSC Equips Patrol Team To Improve Civility In Operations
The Federal Road Safety Corps has begun a new high-level capacity-building workshop for its patrol team leaders across the Federal Capital Territory as part of efforts to entrench integrity, discipline, and civility in its operations. This was according to a statement issued by the Assistant Corps Marshal, Corps Public Education Officer, Olusegun Ogungbemide, on Friday. He explained that the Corps has...
Tinubu Commit To Complete Defense College’s Permanent Site
President Bola Tinubu says his administration is committed to completing the permanent site of the National Defense College (NDC) to enable the institution to deliver strategic training for Nigeria and its allied nations. Tinubu, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, gave the assurance on Friday at the graduation of 99 participants in NDC Course 33, held at the college in...
Traxport Partners Vecturis To Invest Rail Sector
Vecturis, a Belgian rail operations and management company, has signed a Technical Support and Investment Agreement (TSIA) with Nigeria’s Traxport Rail Services Ltd. The agreement marks a key step in Vecturis’ commitment to supporting modern, efficient, and sustainable rail freight operations in West Africa. Through the partnership, Vecturis will provide technical expertise and investment to help Traxport advance its goal of...
Ebem Ohafia Set To Host Izara Afa, Igba Ota Omu 2025 Celebrations With Strict Guidelines [Documents Attached]
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The Paramount Ruler of Ebem Ohafia Ancient Kingdom, HRH Eze Ukoha Kalu Ukoha (JP), has released the official programme of activities for the Izara Afa and Igba Ota Omu 2025 festival, scheduled to hold in December 2025 and January 2026, ABN TV reports. The announcement, made from the Ebem Ujuruezie Palace, Ekeluogo Ebem, outlines a series of cultural, religious, and...
AC Milan Reach Verbal Agreement For Victor Boniface Deal
AC Milan has reached an initial verbal agreement to sign Nigerian striker Victor Boniface from Bayer Leverkusen in a deal worth €30 million. According to reports, the agreement includes a €5 million loan fee and a €24 million buy option clause, which is not mandatory and would run until the summer of 2026. Should the move be finalised, Boniface is expected...
External Reserves Rises To $41bn, Drives Naira Appreciation To N1,545/$
Nigeria’s external reserves have risen to $41.046 billion, the highest in four years, driving further appreciation of the Naira in the parallel market. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN showed that the external reserves rose steadily to $41.046 billion from $37.21 billion on June 30. This translates to $3.836 billion or 10.3 per cent increase in reserves in...
