General News

PCN charges foreign-trained pharmacists on ethics, leadership

The Pharmacy Council of Nigeria (PCN) has inducted a new cohort of foreign-trained pharmacists, charging them to uphold the highest ethical and leadership standards to drive sustainable healthcare development nationally. The mandatory Foreign Pharmacists Graduate Orientation Programme (FPGOP) is a critical quality control mechanism, designed to bridge global training with Nigeria’s specific clinical, regulatory, and cultural contexts. This ensures these professionals are equipped to deliver high-quality services across diverse sectors—from clinical practice and industry to academia and public policy.

Defence/Security

Armed Forces Remembrance: Chief Imam urges prayers for fallen heroes

A senior military Imam has framed national remembrance of fallen soldiers as both a civic duty and a sacred obligation, urging prayers and tangible support for their families. He uniquely positions military service as a divine opportunity, asserting that those who die defending the nation achieve a special spiritual status. The call extends beyond remembrance to active moral and material support for widows and orphans, while condemning any collaboration with adversaries. This synthesis of patriotic sacrifice, religious conviction, and community responsibility presents a holistic approach to honoring military service.

General News

2026: FG pledges to prioritise ongoing housing projects

The Nigerian government has declared 2026 a decisive year for housing, prioritizing the completion of all ongoing “Renewed Hope” projects to deliver tangible results. This commitment includes addressing past funding gaps and intensifying contractor monitoring to ensure timely delivery of affordable housing. The strategy will expand key urban projects to six cities nationwide, aiming to solidify the administration’s legacy by converting pledges into visible, habitable homes for citizens.

Defence/Security

South Sudan: Increase in abductions, sexual violence ‘unacceptable’ – UN

Despite an overall reduction in conflict incidents and civilian casualties in South Sudan, UNMISS reports a disturbing 20% surge in abductions and a 7% rise in sexual violence, highlighting a brutal shift in the nature of hostilities. This indicates that while general violence may be declining, civilians, particularly women and children, face increasingly targeted and severe human rights abuses. The situation is exacerbated by ongoing armed confrontations and forced displacement, which continue to undermine peace and humanitarian efforts. UNMISS stresses

Economy/Business

Champion Breweries secures SEC approval for ₦42bn public offer

Champion Breweries is executing a strategic two-phase capital raise, now launching a ₦42 billion public share offer to acquire the Bullet brand portfolio and fund pan-African expansion. This move aims to merge its established brewing heritage with Bullet’s ready-to-drink platform, creating a diversified beverage group poised for accelerated growth. The strategy is designed to efficiently scale the business and generate foreign exchange earnings without the burden of heavy upfront capital investment. This offer represents a pivotal growth investment, inviting shareholders to

Economy/Business

WEF 2026: FG unveils Nigeria House in Davos to spotlight economic reforms

Nigeria is strategically launching its first official “Nigeria House” at the 2026 World Economic Forum to directly shape its global economic narrative and attract investment. This sovereign platform will showcase comprehensive reforms across key sectors—including solid minerals, digital trade, and energy—while integrating critical discussions on investment security and legislation. Structured as a public-private partnership, the initiative aims to transition Nigeria’s international profile from a passive participant to a reform-driven investment destination. Ultimately, this move represents a calculated step in economic

Defence/Security

Shettima reaffirms FG's commitment to empower military to subdue insecurity

The Tinubu administration has reaffirmed its commitment to fully empower the military to overcome Nigeria’s persistent security crises, as declared during the renamed Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day. This event now strategically honors both active personnel and fallen heroes, signaling a dual focus on current morale and past sacrifice. The government’s core proposition is that through dynamic leadership and enhanced military capability, the nation can achieve enduring peace and prosperity. Ultimately, this public assurance seeks to bolster national confidence by linking strategic military support with a definitive

Economy/Business

Stock market adds N953bn as bulls extend rally

The Nigerian stock market demonstrated robust bullish momentum, adding N953 billion in a single session as broad-based buying drove the All-Share Index up 0.93%. Investor confidence, fueled by strong performances in key equities like Industrial and Medical Gases and FTN Cocoa Processors, indicates sustained optimism toward corporate earnings. The positive market breadth, with 48 gainers against 28 losers, underscores a healthy, sector-wide rally rather than isolated spikes. This activity reflects a strategic shift toward renewed bargain

General News

2 die in lone crash on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway

A fatal single-vehicle crash on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, attributed to speeding, resulted in the immediate deaths of two male occupants. The incident underscores the persistent and critical road safety challenges on this major Nigerian artery, with excessive speed being a primary, preventable cause. Beyond the human tragedy, the accident disrupted traffic and required a coordinated multi-agency response for investigation and clearance. This event serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for enforced speed regulations and driver discipline on high-speed corridors to

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