NAFDAC Raids Lagos Warehouse, Discovers Unregistered and Expired Products
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has uncovered a warehouse in Oke-Afa, Okota, Lagos, containing unregistered and expired goods. In a statement posted on X.com (formerly Twitter) on Wednesday, November 20, NAFDAC revealed that its officials raided the facility after acting on intelligence. During the operation, they apprehended individuals unloading […]
Dangote Refinery Resumes U.S. Crude Imports After Three-Month Pause
The Lagos-based Dangote Refinery has resumed importing crude oil from the United States after a three-month hiatus, as it ramps up production levels. According to anonymous sources, the refinery recently purchased around two million barrels of WTI Midland crude from Chevron Corp. The shipment is expected to arrive at the 650,000-barrel-per-day petrochemical facility in Lagos […]
President Tinubu Dissolves Nnamdi Azikiwe University Council, Removes Vice-Chancellor and Registrar
President Bola Tinubu has dissolved the Governing Council of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, and removed its newly appointed Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Bernard Odoh, along with the Registrar, Mrs. Rosemary Nwokike. He also approved the dismissal of Ohieku Salami as the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of the Federal University of Health Sciences, […]
MC Oluomo Assumes NURTW Presidency Despite Court Ruling Upholding Baruwa’s Leadership
Days after the Court of Appeal in Abuja nullified his presidency, Musiliu ‘MC Oluomo’ Akinsanya officially assumed office as the National President of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) on Tuesday. This marks the first time MC Oluomo has publicly acknowledged his leadership role since the appellate court reaffirmed Ibikunle Baruwa as the […]
INEC Presents Certificates of Return to Ondo Governor-elect Lucky Aiyedatiwa
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has issued Certificates of Return to Ondo State’s Governor-elect, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, and his deputy, Dr. Olayide Adelami. The ceremony, held on Tuesday at the INEC headquarters, was attended by notable figures, including the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, and other members of […]
Bill for Diaspora Voting Scales Second Reading in House of Representatives
A bill to amend the constitution and enable Nigerians in the diaspora to vote has passed its second reading in the House of Representatives on Wednesday. Co-sponsored by Speaker Abbas Tajudeen and Sodeeq Abdullahi, the bill aims to amend the 2022 Electoral Act to provide voting opportunities for Nigerians living abroad. Previously, the bill was […]
Arsenal Legend Patrick Vieira Appointed Genoa FC Head Coach
Arsenal legend Patrick Vieira has been named the new head coach of Italian Serie A club Genoa FC. The club announced the appointment in a statement on its official website on Wednesday, titled “Press Release – Vieira Appointed New Head Coach.” The statement read: “Genoa CFC announces that Patrick Vieira has been appointed as the […]
Federal Government Lifts Ban, Expands NYSC Postings to Banks and Private Sector
The Federal Government has lifted restrictions on National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) postings, allowing corps members to serve in banks, government agencies, and private sector organizations. This development was announced in a memo dated November 18, 2024, by the Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, to the NYSC Director General. The policy change will take […]
Vinícius Júnior Discovers Ancestral Ties to Cameroon’s Tikar Tribe Through DNA Test
Real Madrid star Vinícius Júnior has uncovered his ancestral ties to the Tikar tribe in Cameroon after undergoing a DNA test conducted by the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) in partnership with AfricanAncestry.com. The test results were revealed on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, during a ceremony at Fonte Nova, where Vinícius was presented with a certificate […]
Nigerian Journalist Debunks Mike Adenuga Death Rumors
Reports of Globacom CEO Mike Adenuga’s death spread rapidly on social media on November 19. However, journalist Nifemi Oguntoye quickly stepped in to set the record straight. Oguntoye took to his X (formerly Twitter) handle to confirm that Adenuga is alive, dispelling the false rumors. “Mike Adenuga is alive,” he stated. Oguntoye’s swift clarification helped […]