Affected Amoxycillin Batch Not From Us - ECOMED Pharma

The Management of ECOMED Pharma Ltd, winner of the Nigerian Healthcare Excellence Award- Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Company of the Year 2023, has refuted the claims on the production of the affected amoxycillin batch with number 4C639001. It stated that the substandard batch of the product was not manufactured by the pharma company, but was unscrupulously cloned by Divine Kings Pharmaceuticals- a pharma marketing firm in Lagos.

Meanwhile, the National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) had earlier issued a public notice on the recall of the affected amoxycillin batch on safety reasons, urging the public and healthcare practitioners to desist from the purchase and administration of the affected products on patients.

The agency’s public alert, which was circulated by the Directorate of Pharmaceutical Services, Lagos State Primary Health Care Board to all healthcare professionals and patients, further expatiated on the negative impacts of the recalled drugs on patients, highlighting how reports of serious adverse drug reactions were received from a hospital that reported three cases of severe adverse drug reactions from patients administered with the batch of Deekins Amoxycillin 500mg capsule.

However, the Managing Director of ECOMED, Pharm. Ekene Christopher has cleared the air on the development, describing the affected Amoxycillin with batch number 4C639001, as fake, as it does not emanate from the company.


In an exclusive interview with Pharmanewsonline, the ECOMED boss said, “We want to reiterate here that the “DEEKINS AMOXYCILLIN” with batch number 4C639001 in circulation was not produced by ECOMED PHARMA LTD. It is a fake product cloned by DIVINE KINGS PHARMA with our name on it.”

Bet9ja Foundation Commits ₦‎500 Million To Projects Across Nigeria

The Bet9ja Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Nigeria’s leading online bookmaker, has made significant strides since its establishment in 2023, completing over 132 impactful projects across 29 states with a total investment surpassing N500 million.

In a recent release, Omotola Oronti, Marketing and Communications Manager at Bet9ja Foundation, detailed these accomplishments in the Foundation’s 2024 impact report, aptly titled “A Year of Transformative Change.” The report highlights the extensive efforts undertaken by the Foundation to uplift communities and enhance lives across the nation.

Oronti emphasized that the Foundation’s initiatives have been pivotal in advancing digital literacy and entrepreneurial skills among Nigeria’s youth, bolstering the performance of athletes on the global stage, and meeting critical medical needs through the donation of essential equipment and the provision of life-saving treatments.
In its commitment to sustainable development, the Foundation has also installed solar-powered street lights and provided access to clean, pipe-borne water in underserved rural areas.

Among the standout projects are the Graduate Employability and Enterprise Summit, Love on the Streets initiative, Fitness Festival, Market Outreach, Young Executive Program, and the Nigerian Para Powerlifter World Cup.

Nigeria Cocoa Exports Jumps By 300% From ₦‎161.8 Billion To ₦‎644 Billion

The Nigerian cocoa industry has experienced a recent surge in demand and profitability, with data indicating that the country’s annual cocoa volume of 250,000 tonnes is now valued at over $6 billion.

Adding to the cocoa industry’s sweet success, Nigerian cocoa farmers and exporters had a bountiful first half of 2024, earning an estimated N644 billion from the export of cocoa beans, according to data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS).

Nigeria’s cocoa exports saw a 298 percent growth in the first half of 2024, reaching N644 billion compared to N161.8 billion in the same period of 2023.

The surge in exports has been attributed to an increase in the price of the key ingredient in chocolate production. Prices have more than tripled since the start of the year, with a new historic high of $8,246 per tonne recorded on November 27, as reported by the International Cocoa Organisation (ICCO).

Poor weather conditions in the world’s top cocoa-producing nations, Ivory Coast and Ghana, have wreaked havoc on harvests, causing a shortage in cocoa supply.

However, in a silver lining moment for Nigerian farmers, their cocoa exports skyrocketed due to the devaluation of the Naira, which fell to as low as N1,675 against the US dollar, as reported by FMDQ. This devaluation made Nigerian cocoa exports relatively cheaper, giving farmers a lucrative edge in a cocoa market struck by scarcity.

Although the global cocoa market is currently riding a sweet wave for Nigerian farmers with prices reaching around $10,000 per tonne, the potential for Nigeria to benefit is not fully realised, as the country continues to be a minor player in the global cocoa arena. Despite once being the second-largest producer of the commodity, Nigeria has slipped to the sixth spot in the world rankings and currently contributes just five percent of the global cocoa supply.

Despite Nigeria’s diminished prominence in the cocoa production landscape, cocoa industry stakeholders continue to champion the pivotal role of cocoa in Nigeria’s economic diversification strategy.

This message was front and center at the 25th Anniversary and Awards Ceremony of Starlink Global & Ideal Ltd., a Lagos-based agricultural marketing company that specializes in the export of cocoa, cashew, sesame seeds, and other key agricultural products.

According to Adeyemi Adeniji, chief executive officer of Starlink, the cocoa industry holds the key to unlocking substantial economic growth for Nigeria.

Highlighting the significant potential of the cocoa sector, Adeniji urged the government to implement policies that encourage industrialisation via backward integration, enabling the country to capitalise on the cocoa value chain and enhance the sector’s impact on the Nigerian economy.

Buhari Did His Best As President, Says Ooni

The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, on Thursday, commended Muhammadu Buhari for his efforts during his tenure as President of Nigeria.

In a statement shared with PUNCH Online, the monarch made the remarks during a two-day courtesy visit to the former President at his country home in Daura, Katsina State.

The visit, the statement said, provided an opportunity for meaningful discussions between the revered monarch and the former President on key issues essential to Nigeria’s continued development.

The statement quoted the monarch as saying, “He’s 30 years younger right now,” reflecting not only Ooni’s affection for the former leader but also his optimistic outlook on Buhari’s life post-presidency.

He added, “I can happily tell the whole of Nigeria that he’s living super well. When you see him, you will be completely shocked at how relaxed and vibrant he is, radiating good spirits. He looks remarkably younger than his age, and God has truly blessed him with renewed good health.”

The Ooni particularly highlighted that Buhari’s unique experiences as both a former military and civilian President, along with his significant support base in the northern regions, have the potential to ease governance challenges for the current administration.

Governors Endorse Creation Of State Police

The failure of the Federal Capital Territory Administration under Nyesom Wike to submit its recommendations regarding state police has again stalled resolutions that would culminate in its formation.

At the National Economic Council NEC meeting chaired by the Vice President, Kashim Shettima on Thursday, 36 states submitted their recommendations with a majority of the governors in favour of the creation of state police.

The endorsement came through the Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani while briefing state house correspondents.


He revealed that at the next NEC meeting to be convened in January 2025, a definite position would be adopted.

Recall that at a previous meeting in November, Kwara, Kebbi and Adamawa were said to be pending in terms of submitting their positions on state police.

“Today, one of the discussions we had at the NEC meeting was the update on the creation of state police. As you are aware, there was a submission by States toward the establishment of state police. ⁣
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“Today, about 35 states have already made their submission for establishing state police in Nigeria. And I can say here that from what is available, virtually most of the states are in agreement with the establishment of state police in Nigeria.


“But today, the council decided to step down the discussion until the next council meeting, because we need to come up with a report from the secretariat. After the report, there will be deliberation at the next NEC meeting which is likely taking place in January. Not only that, there’s also a resolution in the last NEC meeting, which today the Secretariate have also agreed on that there will be further stakeholder engagement after the panel and deliberation by the members of the NEC. ⁣
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“So all we are saying here is that 35 states have made their submission, and many states are in agreement for the establishment of state police, considering the fact that virtually every state has their peculiarity in terms of the problem we are having of insecurity in our own states.

“Knowing fully well that we have a lot of ungoverned spaces in Nigeria, and also that we have a lot of deficit in terms of number of boots on ground, looking at the fact that a lot of security agencies, the police, the army and other relevant security agencies have no personnel to cover all the government space, that is the reason why most of us agreed that establishment of state police in Nigeria is the way forward toward addressing the problem insecurity in our own country,” he stated.

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Dangote Refinery Seeks To Amend Suit Challenging Nnpc’s Import Licences

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has sought to amend its suit against the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited and other defendants.

The plea to amend the suit followed an application by the NNPC before Inyang Ekwo, presiding judge at the federal high court in Abuja, urging the court to strike out the case.

In a motion on notice, dated November 25 and filed November 28 by Ogwu Onoja, the oil company’s lawyer, sought an order, granting leave to the company to amend its originating summons in accordance with the rules of the court.

According to NAN, the refinery said it would enable it to correct the name of the second defendant to read “Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited,” instead of “Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPC)” earlier listed.

In his affidavit supporting the motion, Vincent Sani, a litigation clerk at the Onoja law firm, said he was informed by one of the lawyers, Innocent Adoo, on November 25 that after the filing of the originating processes in the suit, he observed that the 2nd defendant’s name was erroneously spelt, hence, the need for the amendment.

Sani said the aforementioned amendment had become necessary in order for the record of the court to bear the proper description of NNPC as a party in the suit.

‘NNPC YET TO BE SERVED’

The litigation clerk said the NNPC was yet to be served with the originating processes sought to be amended.

He said the proposed amended originating summons, supporting affidavit, and written address, were marked as “Exhibit A”.

Sani, who submitted that the defendants/respondents would not be prejudiced if the application is granted, said justice would be better served if the plea is considered.

The NNPC had asked a federal high court in Abuja to strike out a suit filed by Dangote refinery, seeking the withdrawal of its import licence.

The company argued that the Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPC) sued by the refinery was a non-existent entity.

Three oil marketers had prayed to a federal high court in Abuja to dismiss the suit filed by Dangote refinery, seeking withdrawal of the traders’ licences.

The marketers were AYM Shafa Limited, A. A. Rano Limited, and Matrix Petroleum Services Limited.

Dangote refinery had asked a federal high court in Abuja to void import licences issued to NNPC Limited, Matrix Petroleum Services Limited, A. A. Rano Limited, and four other companies.

The company had prayed the court to declare that the Nigeria Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) was in violation of Sections 317(cool and (9) of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) by issuing licences for petroleum products importation.

Ekwo had fixed January 20, 2025, for the report of settlement or service.

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Tacha Removes Davido’s Tattoo From Her Chest (Photos)

Reality TV star and influencer Natacha Akide, popularly known as Tacha, has taken a bold step in closing a chapter of her past by removing a tattoo of Nigerian music superstar Davido from her chest. The tattoo, which sparked widespread conversations and admiration when she initially unveiled it, has now been erased through laser treatment. shocked

Tacha reportedly underwent the procedure at a top-notch laser clinic, sharing glimpses of the process on her social media pages. Fans and followers couldn’t help but speculate on her reasons, with some suggesting it symbolizes personal growth, while others think it’s a subtle way of moving on from old sentiments.

The tattoo, once a tribute to the award-winning singer, had been a defining element of her persona during her time in the limelight. Its removal has sparked mixed reactions among netizens. While some applauded her decision, others expressed nostalgia for the era it represented.

As the reality star continues to evolve, her fans remain curious about what prompted the decision. Tacha, however, seems unbothered by the chatter, confidently embracing the new chapter in her life.

Nigerian Soldiers Will Soon Return To Their Barracks, Says Defence Chief

As the Nigerian military gains ground in the war against insurgency, plans are underway to return soldiers to barracks as the country transitions towards peace.

The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, said regimentation will play a crucial role in maintaining discipline and effectiveness among troops during this period.

He said the decision to return soldiers to barracks is aimed at providing young soldiers and officers with more experience and exposure to military life, ensuring they are better equipped to handle future challenges.

According to him, this is a deliberate effort to re-establish the traditional military culture and discipline.

Gen. Musa gave the hint at the unveiling of Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) tattoo 2025 logo, on Friday at the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) in Abuja.

“We want to bring back the regimentation and discipline that is associated with military life,” he said. “We believe that this will help to improve the overall performance and effectiveness of our soldiers.”

The CDS explained that many young soldiers and officers have not had the opportunity to experience life in the barracks, due to the ongoing security operations in the country.

“We want to allow them to experience the camaraderie and esprit de corps that comes with living and working together in a military environment,” he said.

The return to barracks is also expected to improve the relationship between the military and the civil population.

“We want to reassure the civil population that we are committed to protecting them and their interests,” the CDS said.

“By returning to barracks, we are demonstrating our commitment to our traditional role as protectors of the nation.”

“Regimentation is what keeps the military moving. It’s what teaches soldiers to follow commands and work together as a team, even in the face of adversity,” he said.

He noted that drill is a crucial aspect of military training, as it gives soldiers the command and discipline needed to succeed in battle.

“We are committed to protecting Nigerians and Nigeria, and we want to work together with the civil population to build a safer and more secure country.”

Musa appealed to the civil population to support the military as they made this transition.

“We need the understanding and cooperation of the civil population as we make this transition. We are committed to working together to build a safer and more secure Nigeria,” he said.

The return to barracks is expected to take place in phases, with the first phase commencing in 2025.

The CDS expressed confidence that the move will have a positive impact on the military and the country as a whole.

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