REPORT: Examining effects of hard drugs on youths and remedy
On many occasions, concerned citizens have expressed worry about the pronouncement of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) that more than 20 million Nigerians […]
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LASG seals 16 firms over tax evasion
The Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS) on Monday resumed sealing of companies and hospitality firms over unpaid consumption taxes, shutting 16 firms during tax […]
Eid-el-Kabir: Veterinarian urges Muslims to slaughter health animals
Dr Emmanuel Medugu, Director, Veterinary Services, Ministry for Livestock and Aquaculture Development, Adamawa, has advised Muslims to slaughter healthy animals to avoid the spread of […]
Sallah : FRSC deploys 1,380 officers, equipment to Ogun
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has deployed 1,380 personnel to ensure safety on highways in Ogun during Eid-El-Kabir celebration.The state Sector Commander of FRSC, […]
Jigawa Hisbah arrests 29-year-old woman for allegedly smuggling alcoholic drinks
Officials of Hisbah in Jigawa have arrested a 29-year-old woman for allegedly smuggling alcoholic drinks in Ringim Local Government Area. The Hisbah Commander in the state, […]
China expects over 560m 5G users by 2023- Guideline
China says it expects to see the number of 5G users exceed 560 million by 2023, according to a recent guideline on Tuesday. By then, […]
NNPC, Shell donate 10 solar power water projects to communities in Borno
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) and Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company (SNEPCO) have donated 10 solar powered boreholes and 16 VIP latrines to […]
Reps summon PPPRA boss over unremitted N1.62bn IGR
The House of Representatives has summoned the Executive Secretary of Petroleum Product Pricing Regulatory Agency (PPPRA), Mr Abdukadir Saidu, over unremitted N1.62 billion Internally Generated […]
NALDA set to inaugurate 50 fish ponds in Borno State
The National Agricultural Land Development Authority (NALDA) said it would in October, inaugurate 50 fish ponds it established to boost fish production in Borno State. […]
Petrol smuggling: FG using device to track trucks, smugglers
The Federal Government says it has facilitated the use of a tracking device to track every truck loading petroleum product from any of its depots […]
Stakeholders want govt. to intensify campaign against drug abuse
Stakeholders in Bauchi State have urged governments at all levels to intensify awareness and sensitisation campaigns against drug abuse and reduce the menace in the […]
UniAbuja V-C solicits FG’s support on agricultural programmes
Prof. Abdul-Rasheed Na’Allah, the Vice-Chancellor, University of Abuja, has appealed to the Federal Government to assist the University in strengthening its agricultural programmes. He made […]
Don urges FG to diversify energy mix with renewable energy source
A don, Prof. Adisa Bello has urged the Federal Government to diversify energy mix with renewable energy source. Bello, of Department of Mechanical Engineering, Abubakar […]
Palm oil trading options launched in China, open to overseas investors
China on Friday began palm oil trading options at the Dalian Commodity Exchange (DCE) and allowed overseas investors to participate. According to DCE, the trading […]
Kaduna herbal medicine practitioner complain of high cost of herbs
Mr Peter Ochu, a herbal medicine practitioner expert based in Kaduna, on Thursday complained of the well-being of persons who patronise herbal medicine being at […]
Institute urges concerted efforts on food security
The Nigerian Institute of Food, Science and Technology (NIFST), on Tuesday called on relevant stakeholders to be more committed to food security. The National President […]
CIBN boss seeks NDLEA, EFCC, collaboration on illicit finance flow
The Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN) has called on the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission […]
Africa’s milk consumption per annum lower than standard – FAO
Mr Fred Kafeero, the Country Representative of Food and Agriculture (FAO), says Africa’s milk consumption is lower than 40 litres per person yearly. Kafeero said […]
Smokers face 50% higher risk of developing COVID-19, other diseases – WHO
World Health Organisation (WHO) Director-General, Dr Tedos Ghebreyesus, says smokers have up to a 50 per cent higher risk of developing severe diseases and death […]
GMO foods may cause toxic effects — Physician
Dr Femi Onasanya, Lead Physician, Trauma Centre, Gwagwalada, said the results of most studies with Genetically Modified (GMO) foods indicate that they may cause common toxic […]
China to ban disposable non-degradable plastic use on flights
China will ban the use of disposable plastic packaging bags, tableware and straws on domestic flights starting from 2022, the Civil Aviation Administration of China […]
Seplat’s $318m cash generation, huge capital investment drive shareholders’ fortune
Seplat Petroleum Development Company Plc, a leading Nigerian independent energy company listed on both the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) and the London Stock Exchange (LSE), […]
USAID engages stakeholders in Kebbi on initiative to improve nutrition
The United State Agency for International Development (USAID), on Friday in Birnin Kebbi met with stakeholders on initiative to improve food security, safety and nutrition. […]
Edo govt. set to check adulterated food items
The Ministry of Agriculture and Natural Resources in Edo on Tuesday says it will begin testing of food items to detect adulterated food and fruits […]
China’s power use up 13,2% in April
China’s electricity consumption, a key barometer of economic activity, expanded to 13.2 per cent year on year in April as the country’s economy continued to […]