National

The Edo State Government has confirmed the Naija Daily News report that operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, arrested the state’s Accountant General and other signatories to the state’s financial accounts. NDN reported on Friday that the Accountant General, Mr Julius Anelu and other officials of the…

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a warning to Nigerians about the illegal sale and distribution of an unregistered condom brand in the country.  On Thursday, NAFDAC reported that officials from its Directorate of Post Marketing Surveillance discovered Foula condoms, packaged in threes, in Abakaliki, Ebonyi, and Zango in Katsina States. “These condoms are not registered by NAFDAC for use in Nigeria, and the product labelling is not in English,” the agency said. NAFDAC emphasized that condoms are an effective barrier method for preventing unintended pregnancies and protecting against HIV and other sexually transmitted infections. However, for condoms to be effective, they must be used correctly. The agency warned that the illegal distribution of unregistered condoms poses a significant risk, as the safety, quality, and efficacy of these products are not guaranteed. Poor-quality condoms may leak or break, thus failing to offer adequate protection. NAFDAC has directed all zonal directors and state coordinators to conduct surveillance and remove the unregistered products from the market. It also urged importers, distributors, retailers, healthcare professionals, and consumers to exercise caution and vigilance within the supply chain to avoid dealing with illegal products. “All medical products and devices must be obtained from authorized and licensed suppliers. The authenticity and physical condition of these products should be carefully checked. Healthcare professionals and consumers are advised to report any suspicion of substandard or falsified medicines or medical devices to the nearest NAFDAC office, by calling 0800-162-3322, or via email at sf.alert@nafdac.gov.ng,” NAFDAC stated. NAFDAC also encouraged healthcare professionals and patients to report any adverse events or side effects related to the use of medical products or devices to the nearest NAFDAC office, through the e-reporting platforms on www.nafdac.gov.ng, the Med-Safety app available for download on Android and iOS stores, or via email at pharmacovigilance@nafdac.gov.ng.

By Deborah Nnamdi The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has confirmed the discovery of the wreckage of a helicopter that crashed in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The helicopter, operated by East Wind Aviation and engaged by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), crashed into the Atlantic Ocean near Bonny…

The Rivers State Government has shot down rumours that it is planning to shut down oil production in the state over Wednesday’s judgment that barred the Federal Government and its agencies from releasing the state’s monthly allocation. The States Commissioner for Information and Communication, Warisenibo Joe Johnson described the report…

Photo: Gov Fubara and his wife, Lady Valerie Embattled Rivers State Governor Siminalaye Fubara has mocked his former godfather and FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, saying his administration would continue to survive despite his detractors’ antics. Fubara spoke against the backdrop of an Abuja High Court judgment that stopped federal allocations…

A member of the national assembly, Senator Ned Nwoko has reaffirmed his call for legal backing for Nigerians to be eligible to bear arms. Nwoko Senator (PDP) representing Delta North Senatorial District, Senator Ned Nwoko, said his Bill seeking legal backing for Nigerians to bear arms was intended for self-defence.…

A building collapse in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State, early Thursday morning has led to the death of 10 people. Seven others were injured in the incident, which happened at 2 a.m. in the Jegeda Oluloyo area of Ona Ara Local Government Area. The Oyo State Fire Services confirmed…

The House of Assembly on Wednesday expressed concerns over the airstrip licence recently awarded to Pastor David Oyedepo’s Living Faith Church and other individuals by the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace. The House noted that the indiscriminate award of airport licences to individuals and organisations could worsen insecurity through the…

By Gabriel Efe, Lagos Nigeria’s economic landscape is abuzz with the announcement of Tope Fasua’s appointment as Special Adviser on Economic Matters to President Bola Tinubu. An economist with a strong presence in Nigeria’s policy discussions, Fasua is now positioned to influence the country’s fiscal strategy. This significant appointment carries…

A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory, has halted further release of financial allocations to the Rivers State Government until the passage of a lawful appropriation bill by the State House of Assembly. The latest development resulted from a suit challenging the passage of the Rivers…