Over 100 imported vegetable oil brands dominating local market despite ban — Ikoro
….Accuses Customs, NAFDAC, SON of enforcement failure By Cynthia Alo Despite the retention of vegetable oil on the Federal Government’s prohibition list under the 2026 fiscal policy measures, the National Chairman of the Vegetable/Edible Oil Producers Association of Nigeria (VEOPAN), Okey Ikoro, said the local market is still dominated by more than 100 imported oil brands, […]
NDPC trains MDAs on data protection to bolster e-governance drive
By Progress Godfrey ABUJA – The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has intensified efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s digital governance framework, training Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) on data protection as cyber threats rise alongside the expansion of e-government services. The five-day hands-on capacity-building programme is to equip technical personnel in government institutions with practical skills […]
Fresh Ebola threat: Lagos tightens MMIA surveillance to block imported cases
The Lagos State Government has intensified surveillance and emergency preparedness measures at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, MMIA, even as it moved to prevent the importation of Ebola Virus Disease, EVD, into Nigeria following renewed outbreaks in parts of East and Central Africa.
I defeated Okowa in 97 Wards, Nwoko tells APC
Senator Ned Nwoko has urged the national leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to protect what he described as the mandate freely given to him by party members in the Delta North Senatorial District, insisting that he defeated former Delta State governor, Ifeanyi Okowa, in 97 of the 98 wards during the party’s senatorial primary election.
Tanzania unveils $985m works budget to boost roads, trade corridors
By Favour Ulebor Tanzania has unveiled a nearly $985 million budget for its Ministry of Works for the 2026/2027 financial year, with a strong focus on roads, bridges, airports, ferries and regional trade corridors aimed at accelerating economic growth and improving connectivity. Presenting the budget to Parliament, the Minister for Works, Hon. Abdallah Hamis Ulega, […]
Tanzania targets faster justice delivery, legal reforms in 2026 budget
By Favour Ulebor The Tanzanian government has unveiled an ambitious legal sector reform agenda for the 2026/2027 financial year, aimed at improving access to justice, strengthening investor confidence, expanding legal aid services, and accelerating the digital transformation of legal institutions. Presenting the Ministry of Constitutional and Legal Affairs’ Plan and Budget Estimates to Parliament in […]
