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NAFDAC Launches Nationwide Operation Against Sachet Alcohol and Sub-200ml Bottled Drinks
By Rukevwe Odeh
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has intensified enforcement of the Federal Government’s ban on alcoholic beverages packaged in sachets and plastic bottles smaller than 200 millilitres by launching a nationwide compliance operation.
The exercise is being carried out simultaneously across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones, with enforcement teams inspecting markets, supermarkets, bars, motor parks, retail outlets and other distribution channels to identify and remove prohibited products from circulation.
According to the agency, the operation targets the production, importation, distribution, transportation and sale of alcoholic drinks packaged in sachets and PET bottles below the approved 200ml limit. The move follows earlier actions taken against manufacturers that failed to comply with the directive.
NAFDAC warned manufacturers, importers, distributors, wholesalers, retailers and transporters still in possession of the banned products to surrender them immediately. It stressed that anyone caught producing, selling or distributing the prohibited drinks risks product seizure, regulatory sanctions and possible prosecution.
The agency explained that the enforcement campaign is designed to reduce underage drinking, discourage substance abuse and protect children and other vulnerable members of society from the harmful effects of easy access to highly concentrated alcoholic beverages. It added that the exercise forms part of an ongoing public health initiative and is not intended to affect manufacturers that comply with approved packaging standards.
NAFDAC also appealed to members of the public to support the exercise by avoiding the purchase of banned alcoholic drinks and reporting anyone involved in their production, storage or sale to the nearest NAFDAC office.
By staff Reporter Rukevwe Odeh
Salvation Ministries is set to dedicate its newly completed global headquarters, the Hand of God Cathedral, in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Friday, November 6, 2026.
The dedication ceremony marks a significant milestone for the church, which is led by its founder and Presiding Pastor, David Ibiyeomie.
The new cathedral is expected to serve as the ministry’s global worship centre, providing a larger space for religious gatherings, spiritual activities and other church programmes.
The event is anticipated to attract worshippers, church leaders, ministers of the gospel and other Christian faithful from different parts of Nigeria and beyond.
By staff Reporter Rukevwe Odeh
The campaign convoy of former Vice-President and African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has reportedly been attacked by suspected hoodlums in Kebbi State, leaving several media equipment destroyed.
The incident reportedly occurred on Thursday, November 5, 2026, while the campaign team was moving through the state for political engagements ahead of the 2027 general elections.
According to the campaign team, the attackers allegedly blocked the convoy, pelted vehicles with stones and subsequently targeted journalists and members of the accompanying media crew.
By staff Reporter Rukevwe Odeh
The Lagos State Government has intensified efforts to address persistent electricity challenges by seeking increased private-sector investment and promoting cleaner energy alternatives to improve power supply across the state.
The Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Biodun Ogunleye, disclosed this on Thursday during a press conference ahead of the state’s forthcoming energy summit.
Ogunleye said the initiative was designed to translate discussions surrounding Lagos’ electricity challenges into practical solutions that would expand access to reliable power, strengthen energy infrastructure and stimulate economic growth.
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