Author: Halimah Olamide
Halimah Olamide
Halimah Olamide Holds a degree in History and Education. She also holds professional certificates in graphics and passionate about reporting issues of politics, economy, and gender
Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, the Director-General, National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), says she supports herbal medicine production in the country. She made the assertion on the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Forum in Abuja. She, however, explained that for NAFDAC to accommodate herbal medicine as part of its regulated products, such herbal preparation must go through clinical trials. She disclosed that the major challenge to herbal medicine practitioners is how to secure resources to finance clinical trial for their products, which she said cost a lot of money because it is a major aspect in medicine. She…
The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has clarified that the new COVID variant XEC has not been detected in Nigeria. This was contained in a statement by the Deputy Director Information & PR, Alaba Balogun, in a letter dated 6th of December, 2024. This is following contrary circulating reports, suggesting a resurgence of COVID-19 in the country. “Since the COVID variant XEC has not been detected in Nigeria, it has therefore become imperative to address and correct the misinformation circulating on social media regarding a supposed resurgence of COVID-19 in the country. “We urge the public to disregard…
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), alongside emergency response teams have successfully rescued 18 individuals involved in an accident on the Third Mainland Bridge, near Ilaje. This was contained in a statement by the Director of Public Affairs and Enlightenment, LASTMA, Adebayo Taofiq, on Saturday. The statement noted that the vehicle which was headed towards Iyana Oworonsoki had a newlywed couple returning to the mainland from the Ikoyi Marriage Registry on board. The accident, which involved a mini truck (AGL 22 YE) and a commercial LT bus (BFG 204 XF), was attributed to a brake failure on the LT…
The French government on Saturday has pledged its increased collaboration and support in the fight against drug trafficking and abuse with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) The assurance was given by the French Police Attaché in Nigeria, Mr Phillipe Crespo, when he led the trio of Messrs. Phillipe Barrau, Tony Albaladejo and Cedric Hocquette on a courtesy visit to the NDLEA in Abuja. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the visit followed the conclusion of a series of special operations training for officers of Strike Force Unit in NDLEA Academy in Jos, and the third of…
Spotify, an online streaming platform, celebrated Nigerian Singer, Ayra Starr, who emerged most streamed female artiste in three countries: Nigeria, Ghana and Kenya. Phiona Okumu, Spotify’s Head of Music, Sub-Saharan Africa disclosed this in a statement on Saturday. Okumu noted that Spotify’s 2024 Wrapped findings revealed the top 10 most streamed female artistes in Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya and South Africa as Ayra Starr led in three countries. “In Nigeria, the top 10 most streamed artistes are: Ayra Starr, Tems, Qing Madi, Billie Eilish, SZA, Tiwa Savage, Bloody Civilian, Rihanna, Simi and FAVE. “For Ghana, we have: Ayra Starr, Tems, SZA,…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has expelled House of Representatives member, Ikenga Ugochinyere representing the Ideato North/Ideato South Federal Constituency of Imo State over alleged anti-party activities. This was disclosed in a letter dated dated December 5, 2024 by the Ideato LGA Chapter of the party, staing that the expulsion is to take immediate effect. The letter was signed by the LGA Chairman, Hon. ThankGod Okeke, and the Secretary, Onyebuchi Umeh. It was addressed to the state chairman of the party. This is following investigation by the party’s disciplinary committee, which had investigated misconduct charges against Ugochinyere, in accordance with…
The governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde has sought the partnership of energy investors following the launch of the first independent power plant in the state. This was contained in a statement by the special adviser to the governor on media, Sulaimon Olanrewaju, on Friday. Speaking at the commissioning of the first phase of the 11 Megawatts Ibadan Hybrid Power Plant at the Power House, secretariat, Agodi, Ibadan on Friday, the governor noted that there is a huge energy market in the state. The governor said it had become imperative for the private sector to move in to…
In a bold move to reinforce the Nigeria Customs Service’s unwavering commitment to combating smuggling, the Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi two weeks ago convened a high-level meeting with Customs Area Controllers overseeing border areas. The impactful engagement focused on innovative approaches, operational challenges and actionable strategies to reinvigorate the fight against smuggling. The CGC emphasized collaboration, intelligence-driven enforcement, and community engagement as key pillars to secure Nigeria’s borders and protect the nation’s economy. The forum testifies to the NCS’s relentless pursuit of its mandate and its resolve to outsmart smugglers at every turn. How Customs is…
The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has called for calm following the incident that ensued at the Kofar Kudu Palace in Kano on Friday. NPO reports that some armed officers had obstructed the palace of the Emir, preventing him from attending a royal ceremony in Bichi Local Government. He urged the people not to fall victims of enemies who want to disrupt the peace of the state. He preached that Islam admonishes peace in times of difficulties and peace, hence there should be peaceful coexistence even if provoked. “I warn you against falling into the traps of the enemies…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep sympathy with the Muslim Ummah over the passing of prominent Islamic scholar, Sheikh Muyideen Ajani Bello. This was contained in a condolence message signed by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. “President Tinubu affirms that the cerebral scholar lived to serve the Almighty Allah and humanity with his unusual insight into the Holy Quran, depth of wisdom, and the gift of interpretation, which provided peace, comfort, and guidance for many.” According to the statement, the President believes Sheikh Bello’s discovery of divine purpose at an early age…