By George Ozalla The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has disclosed that it secured 64 convictions against counterfeiters between June 2025 and June 2026, while 7,210 suspected fake, falsified, substandard and non-compliant regulated products were removed from circulation during nationwide surveillance operations. Director General of NAFDAC, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, disclosed […]
Technology Does Not Automatically Guarantee Accuracy, NCC Warns Journalists On AI Use
By George Ozalla The Nigeria Communications Commission (NCC) has warned journalists that the growing use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in news production does not guarantee accuracy, urging media practitioners to remain committed to verification, professional judgment and accountability. The Chief Executive Officer of the Commission, Dr Aminu Maida, gave the warning at a workshop organised […]
Youth Leaders Condemn Alleged Blocking Of Obi’s Humanitarian Visit To Benue
By George Ozalla The Forum of National Youth Leaders of all Political Parties in Nigeria (FNYLPPN) has condemned the alleged obstruction and harassment of the Presidential Candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Mr. Peter Gregory Obi, during his planned humanitarian visit to Benue State. The forum said Obi and his delegation were blocked along […]
‘Private Sector Recognises Cycling As Platform For Wellness’ Sustainability’ – Adeleye
By NEWSCOUNT Sports Aquafina, the premium bottled water brand from the stable of Seven-Up Bottling Company (SBC), has announced its support for the fifth edition of Cycling Lagos, scheduled to hold on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at the National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos. The partnership will see Aquafina provide hydration support for cyclists and other participants […]
“No Citizen Should Be Harassed Or Intimidated” – Ameh Condemns Attack On Obi’s Convoy
By George Ozalla Kogi East Senatorial candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Ameh, has condemned the reported attack and obstruction of the convoy of the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, in Benue State, describing the incident as ridiculous and unacceptable. Ameh, in a statement condemning the incident, stated that the reported roadblock and […]
Najomo: NCAA Committed To Safe, Environmentally Responsible Firefighting Transition
By George Ozalla The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has pledged its commitment to a safe and environmentally responsible transition from firefighting foams containing per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) to fluorine free alternatives at Nigerian airports. The Director General of Civil Aviation, Capt. Chris Najomo, made the commitment on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, when the […]
Yusuf’s Death Deals Fresh Blow to Census Preparations, Umeh Laments
By George Ozalla The Chairman of the Senate Committee on National Identity and National Population, Senator Victor Umeh, has described the death of the Chairman of the National Population Commission (NPC), Dr Aminu Yusuf, as a major setback to Nigeria’s preparations for the long-awaited national population census. Umeh spoke on Monday when he led members […]
Atiku, Osinbajo, Mark, Obi, Nwankwo, Nwabueze Join Amaechi To Bury Mother In Ubima
By George Ozalla Prominent political figures, family members, friends and associates assembled in Ubima, Ikwerre Local Government Area of Rivers State, on Saturday, September 5, 2026, for the burial of Dame Mary Orduah Amaechi, mother of former Rivers State Governor and former Minister of Transportation, Rt. Hon. Rotimi Amaechi. The funeral began with a Mass […]
Young Nigerians Can Solve Pressing Challenges, Says Maida
By George Ozalla Young Nigerian innovators have demonstrated their ability to develop practical solutions to some of the country’s pressing challenges, with technology solutions designed to improve digital access for persons with disabilities emerging as major highlights of the fourth Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) Hackathon Live Show 2026. SORA emerged winner of the two day […]
Experts Seek Investment, Policy Enforcement To Unlock Nigeria’s Recycling Potential
By Bamidele Adeleye Environmental advocates, waste managers, recycling practitioners and private sector operators have called for stronger policy enforcement, increased investment, long term financing, improved infrastructure and greater use of technology to unlock Nigeria’s recycling potential and turn its growing waste stream into economic value. The call was made at the fifth Cycling Lagos Webinar […]
