Day: December 21, 2025

Sterling Bank, Water.org, Sterling One Foundation Empower WASH Entrepreneurs to Boost Clean Water Supply

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For millions of Nigerians, access to clean water and safe sanitation is still a daily struggle, with far-reaching consequences for health, livelihoods, and overallnl well-being. To address this urgent challenge and strengthen the systems delivering WASH solutions, Sterling Bank, in partnership with nonprofit Water.org and Sterling One Foundation,.has launched the Sterling WASH Business Loan, a catalytic financing solution that empowers WASH businesses and service providers to scale sustainable access to safe water and sanitation across Nigeria. The launch, which took place on Monday, 24th November 2025, at The Wheatbaker Hotel,…

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NAFDAC Issues Recall Alert on Indomie Vegetable Noodles Over Undeclared Milk, Egg Allergens

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The National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a public recall alert, warning consumers to avoid Indomie Vegetable Flavour Noodles following the discovery of undeclared milk and egg allergens that could pose serious health risks. In a statement released under Public Alert No. 041/2025, dated December 18, 2025, NAFDAC said the recall was initiated after a notification from Rappel Conso of France, the country’s food safety authority, which confirmed through laboratory analysis that the product contains allergens not listed on its label. According to NAFDAC,…

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Doris Ogala Reportedly Arrested During Livestream Over Dispute With Pastor Okafor

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Nollywood actress Doris Ogala has reportedly been arrested by law enforcement authorities in connection with her ongoing public dispute with Lagos-based cleric, Pastor Chris Okafor. The actress was allegedly taken into custody on Saturday while participating in a live online broadcast, a moment that was captured and widely circulated on social media. In the video, Ogala appeared visibly shocked as she informed viewers that police officers had arrived at her residence. The arrest is believed to be linked to the heated controversy between Ogala and Pastor Okafor, following a series…

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US Halts Green Card, Citizenship Processing for Nigerians

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The United States government has suspended the processing of green card and citizenship applications for Nigerian nationals, following an expansion of its immigration and travel restriction policies. The development is part of a broader U.S. move affecting several countries, with Nigeria placed under what officials describe as partial immigration restrictions. The policy does not amount to a total travel ban but significantly limits access to permanent residency and naturalisation pathways. According to reports, the suspension applies to new and pending applications for permanent residence and U.S. citizenship filed by Nigerians.…

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