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The Senate has declared the Inspector General of Police, Ibrahim Idris, persona non grata, saying he is unfit to occupy public office in Nigeria and abroad. The upper legislative chamber of the National Assembly made this declaration due to the refusal of the police boss to appear before the senate after three summonses.

Senate President Bukola Saraki read the declaration after a closed-door session on Wednesday. “We need to take a very drastic action. We cannot take this embarrassment any longer. This is a national disgrace,” Senator Emmanuel Bwacha had earlier said.

The Senate had invited Idris to appear at plenary to explain what the police were doing about the incessant killings in Benue, Zamfara and Taraba states.

The senators, it was also learned, are unhappy with the alleged maltreatment of their colleague Senator Dino Melaye (APC/Kogi West).

During the first summons, Idris delegated a Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) to represent him, saying he was on a two-day visit with President Muhammadu Buhari to Bauchi.

As a result, the Senate President said, ”Sending his DIG here today is not respectful enough, he (IGP) should have had the respect of this institution to reach the Chairman or myself to explain.

“Distinguished colleagues, we have taken the contributions and the general consensus is that we give a specific date, Wednesday 2nd May 2018 11 am, for the IG of Police to appear.”

But he, still, failed to honour the summons, noting that he was on an official assignment in Birnin Gwari Kaduna state.

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Lagos Assembly Steps Down LASPA GM Nominee, Confirms Others

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The Lagos State House of Assembly has stepped down the nomination of Mrs. Adebisi Adelabu as the general manager of the Lagos State Parking Authority (LASPA), citing serious procedural breaches linked to her earlier tenure.

During Thursday’s plenary session presided over by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. (Dr.) Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa, members questioned Mrs. Adelabu for having occupied the office of General Manager of LASPA since 2021 without ever submitting herself to the constitutionally required screening process.

Lawmakers described her prolonged, unapproved stay in office as a clear violation of legislative authority. This infraction led the House to nullify her appointment on November 18, 2025.

Despite being nominated again, persistent irregularities and failure to convince the House during the screening exercise led to a unanimous decision to again step down her confirmation for deeper review.

Conversely, other nominees forwarded by the Governor faced no such controversies and were screened and confirmed. These include Mr. Kehinde Durosinmi‑Etti as Chairman of the Lagos State Security Trust Fund; Engr. Olopade Adekunle, Barr. Mrs. Temitope George, Mr. Alexander Akinwunmi, Mr. Falola Olakunle, and Mr. Bello Wasiu Oladimeji were appointed to various leadership and membership roles within the Lagos State Electricity Regulatory Commission.

The House thereafter adjourned sine die.

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NAFDAC Begins Clampdown On Sachet Alcohol, Cites Risks To Children And Youth

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The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has commenced full enforcement of the ban on the production and sale of alcohol packaged in sachets and polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles below 200 millilitres, following a resolution of the Nigerian Senate.

The Director-General of NAFDAC, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, disclosed this on Wednesday in Lagos during a media briefing organised by the agency.

According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), NAFDAC had on November 11, 2025, announced plans to begin enforcement of a total ban on the affected products by December 2025, in compliance with a directive issued by the Senate.

Adeyeye explained that the agency has now received a fresh formal authorisation from the upper legislative chamber to proceed, adding that enforcement actions have already commenced nationwide.

The Senate resolution of November 2025 followed a motion sponsored by Senator Ned Nwoko (Delta North), which was debated during plenary earlier this year. In moving the motion, Senator Nwoko raised concerns over the widespread availability of high-alcohol-content drinks packaged in sachets and small bottles, warning that their low cost and ease of concealment posed serious public health and social risks, particularly to minors and young adults.

The motion, which enjoyed broad bipartisan support, was debated by lawmakers who expressed alarm at rising cases of alcohol abuse among school-age children and youths. The Senate subsequently adopted the motion and resolved to direct NAFDAC to enforce existing regulations prohibiting the sale of alcoholic beverages in sachets and small-volume containers.

Speaking at the briefing, Adeyeye said the enforcement drive is aimed at safeguarding public health and protecting vulnerable groups, especially children, adolescents, and young adults, from the harmful effects of alcohol consumption.

“The proliferation of high-alcohol-content beverages in sachets and small containers has made such products easily accessible, affordable, and concealable,” she said.

She added: “We have already started the enforcement to ban alcohol production in sachets and bottles below 200ml after receiving the order from the Senate. NAFDAC is not against alcohol, but we are against its proliferation in high concentrations in sachets and small bottles, which makes it easy for children to access.”

Adeyeye noted that before her tenure, some sachet alcohol products contained between 50 and 90 per cent alcohol, describing the levels as dangerously high and detrimental to public health.

She said NAFDAC had previously directed manufacturers to reduce alcohol content to 30 per cent, but many resisted the directive, citing concerns over job losses and potential investment setbacks.

According to her, the matter was escalated to the Federal Ministry of Health, which subsequently granted manufacturers a five-year transition period from December 2018 to January 31, 2024, to restructure their operations and comply with regulatory standards.

Adeyeye reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to protecting public health, stressing that NAFDAC would continue to prioritise the safety of vulnerable populations through sustained regulatory enforcement.

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Rotary Club of Ikoyi Metro To Commission Over N100m Project In Lagos

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The Rotary Club of Ikoyi Metro will officially commission its flagship community project, the renovation and equipping of wards C1 and C2 at the General Hospital, Odan, Lagos, on Saturday, January 24, 2026, valued at over N100 million.

The intervention includes a comprehensive upgrade of the hospital wards, with old windows in wards F1 and F2 replaced with durable aluminium frames, alongside fresh exterior painting to improve the safety, comfort and overall appearance of the facility.

In addition to the structural works, the Rotary Club of Ikoyi Metro is donating critical medical and support equipment, including wheelchairs and crutches.

The project also provides water tanks, a tank stand and a water treatment facility to enhance hospital operations and ensure reliable access to clean water for patients and medical staff.

Speaking on the project, the United President of the club, Rtn. Alex Chukwu stated that the initiative aimed to strengthen healthcare infrastructure and improve the conditions under which patients receive care and healthcare workers operate.

He said the investment reflects the club’s commitment to supporting public health institutions and delivering sustainable, high-impact community projects.

The commissioning ceremony is expected to attract medical personnel, community leaders and Rotary members, further highlighting Rotary’s focus on community-driven healthcare solutions and partnerships.

The over N100 million project marks a major milestone in the Rotary Club of Ikoyi Metro’s 2025 to 2026 service year and underscores its dedication to sustainable development initiatives and improved healthcare delivery across Lagos State.

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