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NYSC gets civilian leadership and new uniform in sweeping reform

Nigeria has approved a sweeping NYSC reform, replacing military with civilian leadership and adding a new uniform, technology-driven operations and a stronger focus on skills.
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Open defecation returns to Cross River five years after COVID setback

Open defecation has surged back across Cross River five years after COVID stalled the state's sanitation drive, leaving 90 percent of rural homes without toilets.
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NAFDAC Gains Full Membership in Global Drug Body

NAFDAC has secured full ICH membership, placing Nigeria among top global regulators and strengthening access to high-quality, safe and effective medicines.
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Nigeria Bans Sachet Alcohol and Small Bottles to Curb Abuse

Nigeria bans sachet and small-bottle alcohol. Enforcement begins January 2026 to reduce misuse and protect public health.
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FG Vows Crackdown on Forced Fruit Ripening, Adulterated Oil

FG vows to punish traders using toxic chemicals for forced fruit ripening and adulterated oil as agencies intensify food safety crackdown.
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NAFDAC Warns: Limit Refrigeration of Cooked Foods to Three Days

NAFDAC emphasizes the risks of storing cooked food in refrigerators beyond three days, highlighting the potential for serious health issues.
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Nigeria’s Fake Drug Crisis: How to Protect Yourself

Nigeria is facing a serious problem of fake and substandard drugs, which pose a...
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New NAFDAC Boss, NCDC Chief Appointed by Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has announced major changes in the leadership of key agencies under...
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Labor Unions Demand NAFDAC Chief’s Suspension Over Alcohol Ban

NLC and TUC lead protests against NAFDAC's alcohol ban, demanding the suspension of its Director General, citing economic damage and favoritism toward multinational corporations.
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Customs and NAFDAC Join Forces, Eradicate Unfit Goods in Landmark Operation

In a major crackdown, the Nigeria Custom Service and NAFDAC collectively demolish illegal contraband worth millions, safeguarding public health and enforcing law in Sokoto.
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NAFDAC Promotes Online Product Registration in Ibadan

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has rolled out...

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NYSC gets civilian leadership and new uniform in sweeping reform

Nigeria has approved a sweeping NYSC reform, replacing military with civilian leadership and adding a new uniform, technology-driven operations and a stronger focus on skills.
News

Open defecation returns to Cross River five years after COVID setback

Open defecation has surged back across Cross River five years after COVID stalled the state's sanitation drive, leaving 90 percent of rural homes without toilets.
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Boko Haram disguised as soldiers to abduct Borno NECO candidates, source says

Suspected Boko Haram terrorists in soldier and Forest Guard uniforms abducted NECO candidates and a teacher in Lassa, Borno, minutes after troops left their post.
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Army declares 104 soldiers missing after Boko Haram attack on Borno base

More than 104 Nigerian soldiers have been unaccounted for since a June 5 attack on their Borno base, and the Army now calls them deserters.