ASUU Rejects FG’s Proposal, Commences Two-Week Warning Strike
In a decisive move that reignites longstanding tensions between Nigeria’s academic community and the federal government, the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has officially commenced a two-week warning strike beginning Monday, October 13, 2025.
NAFDAC Sets Conditions To Approve Herbal Products
In a
renewed push for scientific rigor and public safety, the National Agency for
Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has declared that no herbal
medicine will receive full approval in Nigeria unless it undergoes proper
clinical trials.
This
announcement was made by the agency’s Director-General, Professor Mojisola
Adeyeye, in a statement released on October 12, 2025, through NAFDAC’s Resident
Media Consultant, Sayo Akintola.
Professor
Adeyeye emphasized that while Nigerian herbal medicine practitioners possess
the knowledge and skills to produce safe and effective remedies, scientific
validation remains the cornerstone for global recognition and regulatory
approval. She stated, “We are not against herbal medicines. In fact, we believe
in their potential. But we must ensure they are safe and effective through
clinical trials before granting full registration.”
To
facilitate this process, NAFDAC is collaborating with the Nigeria Natural
Medicine Development Agency (NNMDA) to develop herbal products that meet
international standards. This partnership aims to bridge traditional knowledge
with modern scientific protocols, ensuring that herbal remedies are not only
culturally relevant but also globally competitive.
The
agency has also published detailed herbal guidelines outlining the regulatory
requirements for the manufacture, importation, distribution, and sale of herbal
products in Nigeria.
These
guidelines serve as a roadmap for practitioners and manufacturers, emphasizing
the need for evidence-based practices and compliance with safety standards.
NAFDAC’s
stance marks a significant shift in the regulatory landscape for alternative
medicine in Nigeria. It signals a commitment to integrating traditional healing
practices into the formal healthcare system, provided they meet rigorous
scientific benchmarks.
As the
agency continues to enforce these conditions, stakeholders in the herbal
medicine industry are urged to embrace research and innovation to ensure their
products gain both national and international credibility.
We’ve Addressed Every Request By ASUU, There’s No Need For Strike - FG
In a
decisive statement aimed at quelling tensions within Nigeria’s academic sector,
the Federal Government (FG) has declared that it has fulfilled all demands
presented by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), asserting that
there is no justification for any further strike action.
This announcement was made by the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, during a live interview on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief, aired on October 13, 2025.
NOA Boss Urges Journalists to Hold Politicians Accountable to Manifestos
At the 9th Annual Conference of the Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP), held in Lagos, the Director General of Nigeria’s National Orientation Agency (NOA), Lanre Issa-Onilu, delivered a compelling call to action directed at the country’s media professionals.
Violent Wage Disputes Involving Chinese Nationals in Zimbabwe: A Closer Look
Recent
reports from Zimbabwe have shed light on a disturbing pattern of violence
involving Chinese employers and local workers, particularly in the mining
sector.
While there is no verified case of a Chinese national shooting a Zimbabwean employee dead specifically for requesting their salary, there have been multiple incidents of violent confrontations stemming from wage disputes.
No Verified Reports of Trump Administration Firing Over 4,000 Workers During Government Shutdown
Contrary to some recent post particularly, on LIB there are no current evidence to substantiate the claim that “Trump administration fires more than 4,000 workers due to ongoing government shutdown”
There are
no credible or verified reports confirming that the Trump administration fired
more than 4,000 federal workers due to a government shutdown.
While the Trump presidency did experience multiple government shutdowns, most notably the 35-day shutdown from December 2018 to January 2019, these events typically resulted in furloughs, not permanent terminations.
Controversy Surrounding Prof. Joash Amupitan’s Nomination as INEC Chairman
In
October 2025, a significant legal and political controversy erupted in Nigeria
following the nomination of Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan, SAN, as the new
Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
The nomination, made by the Council of State chaired by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, was immediately met with strong opposition from a coalition of over 1,000 Nigerian lawyers.
The Death of Ian Watkins: A Prison Attack That Ended a Notorious Life
On the
morning of Saturday, October 11, 2025, Ian Watkins, the disgraced former
frontman of the Welsh rock band Lostprophets, was killed in a violent prison
attack at HMP Wakefield, a high-security facility in West Yorkshire, England.
Watkins, aged 48 at the time of his death, had been serving a 29-year sentence for a series of horrific child sex offences, including the attempted rape of a baby. His crimes, revealed in 2013, shocked the public and irrevocably tarnished his musical legacy.
Man Fined for Burning Qur’an in London Wins Appeal Against Conviction
In a controversial legal reversal, Hamit Coskun, a 51-year-old Turkish-born man who was previously convicted for burning a copy of the Qur’an outside the Turkish consulate in London, has successfully appealed his conviction.
Ronnie Wood and Rod Stewart Reignite The Faces: A Reunion in the Making
Ronnie
Wood, the legendary guitarist of The Rolling Stones, has revealed that he is
actively working on new music with his longtime friend and former bandmate Sir
Rod Stewart.
This exciting development marks a potential revival of their iconic band, The Faces, which originally formed in 1969 and became famous for hits like “Stay With Me.”
China Detains Dozens of Underground Church Members in Sweeping Crackdown
In a
dramatic escalation of religious repression, Chinese authorities have detained
nearly 30 pastors and staff members affiliated with Zion Church, one of the
country’s most prominent underground Christian networks.
The arrests began on Thursday, October 9, 2025, and spanned at least six cities across China, signaling what many observers fear is the onset of a renewed wave of persecution against house churches.
Helicopter Spirals into Palm Trees at Huntington Beach: A Shocking Incident
On
Saturday, October 11, 2025, a serene afternoon at Huntington Beach, California,
was abruptly shattered when a helicopter spiraled out of control and crashed
into a row of palm trees near the popular shoreline.
The incident occurred in front of the Hyatt Regency Hotel, along the Pacific Coast Highway, a bustling area frequented by tourists and locals alike.
Presidential Clemency in Nigeria: Full Details and Rationale Behind Tinubu’s Pardon of 175 Convicts
In a landmark exercise of executive mercy,
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has granted presidential pardon and clemency to 175
convicts and former convicts across Nigeria.
This sweeping act of leniency was officially announced following a Council of State meeting in Abuja and detailed in a statement released by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy.
