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Nigeria’s food fortification programme has recorded significant progress over the past two decades, and the country has been appointed chair of the ECOWAS food fortification programme, with other West African nations now looking to Nigeria for leadership, Chairman of the National Fortification Alliance, Fred Chiazor, has said. He further stated that the alliance is targeting between 70 and 100 per cent fortification compliance across all mandatory food vehicles within the next one to five years as part of efforts to reduce widespread micronutrient deficiencies and improve public health. Chiazor said this at the 2026 National Fortification Alliance first Bi-Annual Meeting…

Tosin Oyediran The Rotary Club of Ikoyi has called for stronger collaboration among the government, the private sector, corporate organisations and individuals to reduce child and maternal mortality in Nigeria. The club’s president, Christopher Ehiogie, said reducing child and maternal mortality requires a shared commitment from all stakeholders, expressing optimism that stronger partnerships would significantly improve healthcare outcomes and save more lives across the country. He made the call on Monday during the donation of child and maternal health equipment, including neonatal resuscitation and maternal training equipment, to Island Maternity Hospital. The club also conducted vision and hearing screening for…

Spanish club Sevilla have made a major decision regarding the future of Super Eagles striker Akor Adams amid growing interest from Serie A side Venezia, Soccernet.ng reports. Adams has become the subject of intense transfer speculation ahead of the new season, with Venezia stepping up their pursuit of the Nigerian forward as they look to strengthen their squad following their promotion back to Serie A. French giants Marseille are also monitoring the striker’s situation. However, while they were previously pushing to sign him, their interest has cooled in recent weeks. The 25-year-old only joined Sevilla in January 2025 but recovered from a…

The Court of Appeal, Owerri Division, has affirmed that only the recognised national leadership of the Labour Party under Senator Nenadi Usman can authorise litigation in the party’s name.‎‎In a statement issued in Abuja on Monday, LP National Publicity Secretary, Ken Asogwa, said the July 2 judgment of the Court of Appeal, Owerri Division, in Appeal No. CA/OW/104/2026: Labour Party & 14 others v. Abia State Independent Electoral Commission & four others reaffirmed the legal authority of the Usman-led leadership to institute or maintain court proceedings on behalf of the party.‎‎According to him, the appeal arose from a pre-election dispute…

Super Eagles defender Chidozie Awaziem has reportedly informed his French club, Nantes, that he intends to leave this summer, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Awaziem joined the former Coupe de France winners from Major League Soccer (MLS) side Colorado Rapids last summer, with high expectations that he would slot seamlessly into the backline. However, his impact was inconsistent. Nantes cycled through three different managers last season, with each one bringing his unique tactical approaches. And that hindered the defender’s ability to find a rhythm. Across his 26 appearances last season, he managed one goal and two assists. Chidozie Awaziem at FC Nantes. Copyright:…

‎The Federal Government on Monday, urged the Federal High Court in Abuja, to remand the presidential candidate of the African Action Congress in the 2023 election, Omoyele Sowore, for allegedly failing to perfect the conditions attached to his fresh N200m bail. ‎The application came as Sowore formally opened his defence in the criminal defamation case instituted against him over social media posts in which he allegedly described President Bola Tinubu as “a criminal.” ‎Justice Mohammed Umar had on June 30 admitted Sowore to fresh bail in the sum of N200m with two sureties after revoking his earlier bail over his…

Ademola Adegbite and Gabriel Oshokha The Nigerian chapter of the West African College of Physicians on Monday called for stronger partnerships, innovation and investment in healthcare to tackle growing challenges, including brain drain, non-communicable diseases and future pandemics. The National Chairman of the chapter, Prof. Benjamin Uzochukwu, made the call during a press conference ahead of the college’s 50th Annual General and Scientific Meeting, held at Theophilus Ogunlesi Hall B, University College Hospital, Ibadan, Oyo State. Uzochukwu said the conference would bring together more than 400 medical experts, researchers and policymakers to discuss the future of healthcare delivery and specialist…

The 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) kicks off later this month, and Nigeria’s Super Falcons are set to compete for an 11th continental crown, Soccernet.ng reports. ​The team’s last outing in Morocco saw them overcome significant challenges to defeat the hosts. This year’s tournament promises to be even more significant—and historic. It marks the first time the WAFCON will feature 16 teams, a four-team rise from the previous 12. And crucially, it serves as the qualification pathway for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup. Esther Okoronkwo of Nigeria. (Photo by: ImagoxMansaAyoola) ​Coach Justin Madugu is expected to name…

The Federal Road Safety Corps has expressed grief over three separate road traffic crashes that claimed 32 lives and left 26 others injured in Kogi, Ogun and Kwara states between Sunday and Monday. The Corps described the crashes as tragic and largely preventable, blaming them on traffic violations including speeding, dangerous driving, driver fatigue, poor tyre maintenance and the illegal practice of conveying passengers alongside goods. In a statement on Monday by the Corps Public Education Officer, Deputy Corps Commander Osondu Ohaeri, the FRSC said it sympathised with the families of the victims and wished those receiving treatment a speedy…

Hull City owner Acun Ilıcalı has openly praised Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen, describing the Galatasaray star as the best foreign player currently playing in the Turkish Süper Lig, Soccernet.ng reports. However, despite his admiration, the Turkish businessman admitted that bringing Osimhen or other top players from Turkey to the Premier League has become increasingly difficult because of soaring transfer fees and player salaries. Ilıcalı, who previously served as vice-president of Fenerbahçe, made the comments during an interview with Transfermarkt via Haberler while discussing the growing quality of the Turkish top flight. Hull City recently secured promotion back to the…