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Kasim Isa Muhammad The Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction on Wednesday commenced the distribution of food items and other relief materials to 42,000 vulnerable individuals across the 17 local government areas of Yobe State. The initiative forms part of the Presidential Emergency Food and Nutrition Intervention Programme, designed to address hunger, malnutrition and poverty while supporting the most at-risk populations nationwide. Residents receiving relief materials at the Yobe State Government House in Damaturu.Recall that the Governor of Yobe State, Mai Mala Buni, recently approved the distribution of Ramadan palliatives to vulnerable households across the 17 Local Government…

Nigeria’s Super Falcons will have to wait a little longer before defending their African crown after the Confederation of African Football (CAF) officially postponed the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, Soccernet.ng reports. The tournament, which was meant to take place in Morocco from March 17 to April 3, 2026, has now been moved to July 25 – August 16, 2026. In October 2024, CAF awarded Morocco the hosting rights for the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2026. Everything appeared set for the competition to begin in March. However, less than two weeks before kick-off, CAF confirmed…

The lawmaker representing Bayelsa West Senatorial District and former Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Seriake Dickson, has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the Nigeria Democratic Congress. Dickson announced his decision at a world press conference held on Thursday at his residence in Abuja, where he said the opposition party that once dominated Nigeria’s political landscape had deteriorated significantly. Addressing journalists, the former governor expressed sadness over what he described as the declining state of the PDP, noting that the party, which once brought hope and excitement to his people, had become gravely ill. “The PDP is sick and…

Galatasaray‘s President Dursun Ozbek has revealed the attributes that set Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen apart from the other players in the squad, Soccernet.ng reports. The 27-year-old initially joined the Cim Bom Aslan on loan last season before putting pen to paper on a permanent deal last summer, costing Galatasaray a record fee of 75 million euros. The record Turkish Champions have reaped the dividends of the huge amount, as Osimhen has scored 54 goals and provided 11 assists in 66 games across all competitions for Okan Buruk’s side. Victor Osimhen during the UEFA Champions League Knockout Play-off First Leg…

The Delta State Police Command has announced the commencement of physical and credential screening for shortlisted applicants in the ongoing recruitment of 50,000 Police Constables into the Nigeria Police Force. The exercise will be held at the Cenotaph, Asaba, beginning Monday, March 9, 2026, and is scheduled to end on Friday, April 18, 2026. A statement signed by the police public relations officer, SP Bright Edafe, and made available to journalists in Warri on Thursday, noted that the screening would be conducted by the Police Service Commission in collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force. According to the statement, the exercise…

Raphael Ede The Enugu State Government has placed its health system on high alert following the death of 10 health care workers in neighbouring Benue State due to the ongoing Lassa fever outbreak. The Commissioner for Health, Prof George Ugwu, disclosed this on Wednesday during a press briefing, noting that while Enugu has recorded nine suspected cases with no confirmed infections this season, the proximity to affected states necessitated an emergency response. “The national outlook of the disease remains grim, with 1,469 suspected cases, 318 confirmed, and over 70 deaths reported across Taraba, Ondo, Bauchi, Edo, Nasarawa, Kogi, and Ebonyi…

Newcastle United‘s centre-forward, William Osula, came off the bench to confirm Michael Carrick’s first loss as a Manchester United manager last night, Soccernet.ng reports. The Red Devils travelled to St James’ Park on the back of six wins from their previous seven games, but they fell short to the Toon Army. Anthony Gordon broke the deadlock in the additional minutes of the first half from twelve yards after Bruno Fernandes fouled him. Fernandes would make up for his mistake a few minutes later, delivering a perfect cross for Casemiro’s equaliser. Casemiro during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and…

Super Eagles and Galatasaray attacker Victor Osimhen has emerged as one of the hottest strikers in world football, Soccernet.ng reports.  This follows reports of top European clubs plotting moves for the Nigerian striker ahead of the next transfer window. After an impressive run at Galatasaray, Osimhen continues to attract interest thanks to his goal-scoring exploits and his proven strength in attack. Leading the chase are FC Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain, both reportedly evaluating whether the Nigerian can step into pivotal roles for their respective squads. Victor Osimhen vs Liverpool. Copyright: IMAGO While Bayern is planning for life after Harry…

The Nigeria Police Force in Ondo State has confirmed that gunmen shot a farmer and abducted his wife on Wednesday night in Akure, the state capital. The command’s spokesperson, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday. According to him, the incident occurred around 8:45 p.m. along Oda Road in Akure. “The command strongly condemns the criminal act carried out by suspected kidnappers who invaded the residence of one Adesida Daniel, a tomato farmer in Isagba Community, along Oda Road. “During the incident, the victim sustained a gunshot injury to his right hand while attempting to resist the…

Saheed Oyelakin The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has warned healthcare providers, patients, and the public about counterfeit and parallel-imported unregistered versions of VISITECT HIV Advanced Disease Test Kits circulating in Nigeria. The agency issued the warning on Wednesday via its X handle in a notice titled Public Alert No. 011/2026. According to NAFDAC, the Marketing Authorisation Holder of the product in Nigeria, Euro Specs International Nigeria Limited, confirmed the existence of counterfeit and parallel-imported unregistered versions being sold through unauthorised channels. NAFDAC explained that “VISITECT CD4 Advanced Disease assay is a rapid, instrument-free lateral flow…