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Why Journalists Matter in Nigeria’s Non Communicable Disease Crisis, Salt Reduction Advocacy

February 10, 2026 0

By Dayo Emmanuel Stories about politics, economy, crimes and entertainment often dominate front pages of Nigerian newspapers and prime-time broadcasts, yet, quietly and steadily, non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are tightening their grip on the country’s population, driven largely by unhealthy diets, excessive salt consumption and low nutrition literacy. It is this silent public health emergency that brought journalists, civil society actors …

Nigeria’s Next Drug Control Master Plan Must Address Emerging Threats, Says Marwa

October 7, 2025 0

Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig Gen Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd) has charged all stakeholders involved in the ongoing development of the next National Drug Control Master Plan (NDCMP 2026-2030) to ensure that the strategy document addresses new and emerging threats that sustain the illicit drug trade in Nigeria.

NAFDAC Director Of Investigation Seeks Military’s Support To Strengthen Operations

September 24, 2025 0

The Director of Investigation and Enforcement Directorate (IED) at the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Mr Martins Iluyomade has called on the military's support to strengthen its operations.

25 Years After Its Establishment: NDLEA Gets Additional Forensic Labs, Trains 20 Officers

May 12, 2025 0

After over 25 years of conducting forensic analysis in a single laboratory facility in Lagos, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has established two new laboratories in Abuja and Enugu.

Eliminating Fake, Expire Drugs: ANSEC Supports NAFDAC’s Initiatives

February 26, 2025 0

The Anambra State Executive Council (ANSEC) has pledged its support for the initiative of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) to rid the state of fake and expired drugs.

Overcoming Disability, Humble Beginnings to Building Entrepreneurial Legacy, Temitope Emmanuel’s story

December 9, 2024 0

Temitope Emmanuel’s journey from a troubled childhood to becoming a household name in the hairdressing and cosmetology industry is nothing short of inspiring.Based in Ibadan, Nigeria, she has risen above countless challenges to build a flourishing salon and a factory producing her own line of hair products. In this feature, Temitope, the CEO of EMMA-TEE GLOBAL LTD, shares her story …

NAFDAC Arraigns Bizman Over Manufacturing Of Fake Eagle Aromatic Schinapps

June 1, 2024 0

A Lagos businessman,CHINEDU OKAFOR trading under the name and style of sky blue company,alleged to have been manufacturing unwholesome products to with: Eagle Aromatic Schnapps and other sundry products was today arraigned before a Federal high court in Lagos by NAFDAC.

MAN Bemoan NAFDAC’s Ban On Production Of Alcoholic Beverages Packaged In Satchets, Small Bottles

February 9, 2024 0

The recent ban imposed on spirit drinks in sachets and PET bottles less than 200ml by NAFDAC is not going down well with the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria.

How NDLEA Intercepted Explosives Met For Bandits, Europe-Bound Meth Consignment

May 28, 2023 0

As the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, (NDLEA), intensifies operations at drug joints and routes nationwide ahead of May 29 inauguration of new administrations across the country, its operatives have intercepted a consignment of 32 pieces of Improvised Explosive Devices, (IEDs), being taken to bandits camp in Niger state.

Excessive Fasting Destroys Kidneys, NAFDAC Warns Nigerians

January 23, 2023 0

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has warned Nigerians against excessive fasting on religious grounds, stating it can destroy the kidney.