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A collaborative investigation by PREMIUM TIMES and partners, titled 'The Poisonous Lead Trade,' has been shortlisted for the prestigious Al Neuharth Innovation in Investigative Journalism Award. This recognition underscores the importance of journalistic efforts in addressing critical health and environmental issues in Nigeria.
The integrity of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) is under threat as internal corruption and bureaucratic sabotage undermine Nigeria's health security. Calls for support for Professor Adeyeye highlight the urgent need for reform to protect the nation's welfare.
In a decisive move, the Cross River State government has canceled a controversial local government recruitment process deemed flawed, paving the way for the creation of 4,000 new job opportunities. This action follows the findings of an inquiry panel that investigated the previous recruitment exercise conducted by the defunct Local Government Commission.
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has unveiled his plan to reinstate fuel subsidies aimed at supporting local refining and reducing petrol prices, offering a fresh approach to Nigeria's cost-of-living crisis. He emphasizes the need for a 'production subsidy' to benefit domestic refineries and ultimately lower transportation and energy costs for consumers.
Benue State Governor, Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia, has praised the Department of State Services for their swift action in apprehending suspects linked to the recent violent attack on Ayilamo community, which resulted in numerous fatalities and injuries. The Governor's commendation comes as a response to the tragic loss of lives during the attack, underscoring the need for ongoing investigations to ensure justice.
Lagos police have uncovered a disturbing plot by fraud syndicates targeting 125 business owners across major markets, leading to a series of kidnappings and ransom demands. Recent arrests reveal a broader operation that uses deceptive schemes to exploit successful traders.
In a recent interview, Dwayne Frazier, President of the American University of Nigeria, acknowledged the university's misstep in hiring a lecturer with a sodomy conviction, citing the individual’s claim of having been pardoned. The revelation raises questions about the university's hiring processes and oversight.
Internal divisions within the All Progressives Congress (APC) are emerging as factions raise concerns about the impact of Nyesom Wike's Rainbow Coalition on President Bola Tinubu's re-election bid. The coalition, which claims to support Tinubu, is accused of potentially confusing voters and diminishing the party's electoral prospects.
As Nigeria prepares for the 2027 general elections, doubts about the integrity of the electoral process persist among citizens, fueled by past experiences of violence and disenfranchisement. Opposition leaders have unveiled a 'Reset Nigeria' agenda, promising to ensure that every vote counts, but many remain skeptical about the ability to reform the system in the face of intimidation from ruling party officials.
In the wake of a devastating incident linked to adulterated herbal drinks in Ondo State, a survivor pledges to cease alcohol consumption if he survives. The tragedy has led to over 30 fatalities and numerous hospitalizations, prompting swift action from local authorities.
Two fatalities have been reported in Abuja following a diphtheria outbreak, raising alarm over public health safety. Authorities urge residents to avoid self-treatment and report suspected cases to health officials promptly.
Chille Igbawua, a prominent member of the African Democratic Congress, has firmly rebutted calls for former Vice President Atiku Abubakar to withdraw from the upcoming 2027 presidential race, emphasizing that age and health should not hinder his ambitions. Igbawua's remarks come in response to suggestions that a younger candidate should take the lead in the opposition, labeling such views as disrespectful and divisive.
