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NAFDAC introduces online products registration to manufacturers in Osun
NAFDAC introduces online products registration
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), on Wednesday, introduced online product and company registration for producers and marketers of NAFDAC- controlled and regulated products in Osun.
Mr Akin Fagboroye, Assistant Director, NAFDAC, South West Zonal Office, Ibadan, disclosed this during a stakeholders’ meeting with products’ manufacturers and distributors in Osogbo.
He explained that the online registration was to eliminate bottlenecks and eliminate third parties in product registration process.
Fagboroye explained that the online registration, which had been on for a while, was for limited and certain products, “and the online registration now covered all products controlled and regulated by NAFDAC”.
“The online registration, NAFDAC Automated Products Administration and Monitoring system (NAPAMS), is to enable manufacturers register their products easily from the comfort of their homes.
“The process has been made seamless that an applicant can monitor (online) all the process from: registration, payment, status/stages of registered product and even print out registration certificate of the product without going to NAFDAC office,” he said.
Also, Mrs Roseline Ajayi, Director, NAFDAC South West Zonal Office, Ibadan, said although the online registration was to enable easy registration of products, NAFDAC still had desk officers to attend to customers’ enquires and complaints.
“NAFDAC wants to advance beyond the level 3 international rating in food control and regulation and henceforth, they will be engaging in post-market surveillance.
“You will see us more on the field. Stakeholders, especially in the distribution chain, that do not have the requirements to distribute some NAFDAC regulated products should do the needful, register and get listed with NAFDAC,” she said.
She said defaulters or those that were found short of the requirements during NAFDAC’s visit to their establishments would be sanctioned appropriately.
Dr Isaac Kolawole, Osun NAFDAC State Coordinator, in his remarks, stated that the stakeholders’ meeting was part of the agency’s interactive programme to sensitise, educate and enlighten manufacturers and distributors.
He also said the meeting was to also update everyone on current issues about NAFDAC.
Kolawole said NAPAMS was to enlighten stakeholders that NAFDAC had now provided an automatic e-process for product registration.
“The e-process (electronic process) would eliminate unnecessary documentation, delay in registration and also reduce unnecessary charges being levied on our stakeholders by consultants.
“Prior to the meeting, Osun NAFDAC office has always introduced NAPAMS to stakeholders at every meeting,” he added.
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South-East agog as President Tinubu rejigs SEDC Board
The Nzuko Alaigbo Socio-Cultural Progressives has expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his reconstitution of the board of the South East Development Commission (SEDC).In a press statement issued in Abuja on Sunday, the organization also commended the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt.
Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, for championing the Bill and being in close contact with Mr. President and the leadership in making sure the Bill is signed. The statement, signed by the National President of the organisation, Ambassador Dr Tim Ihemadu, JP, also dismissed a report in a section of the media insinuating that the constitution of the Board of the SEDC had sparked trouble between and among certain political leaders in the region.It declared that the people of the South East are happy and in full support of President Tinubu and his government.Dr Ihemadu, who observed that the President has proven naysayers wrong by immediately reconstituting the Board after some initial hiccups, said people in the South East are in a jubilant mood, having seen President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope in action.He added that since the end of the Nigerian civil war in 1971, this is the first time the federal government is making real efforts to reintegrate the South East with the rest of the country.The organization therefore thanked President Tinubu for this gesture and assured him of the continued support of the South East for his government, Dr Ihemadu further called on Mr. President to release the leader of the proscribed Indigenous Peoples of Biafra (IPOBP, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, whom the Court had earlier cleared of all the charges leveled against him.He said there was no rift between Rt Hon Benjamin Kalu and the Imo State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodimma, over the composition of the Board of the SEDC as reported in the media.Excerpts:“The reconstitution of the Board of the South East Development Commission (SEDC), by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has set the region agog.“Initially, the first list of the Board that came out had kept everyone silent, but having rejigged the Board with a more dynamic approach, it now has those who will champion the cause of development for the region. Men with impeccable track records are now on the Board to manage the Commission.“We want to thank Mr. President for quickly constituting the Board, because people were thinking that this thing will not materialize. In fact, initially, people were thinking that he would not sign the Bill (for the establishment of the SEDC), but he has signed it and finally he has constituted the Board with the right people.“We want to appreciate Mr. President for this gesture.“Since 1971 that the war ended, all efforts to re-integrate the South East in to the Nigerian State have not really worked out. This is the first time – meaning that the President is talking and doing. It means that he says something, he maintains and delivers it.“We want to appreciate him for bringing the right people.“We also want to thank the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, for championing the Bill and being in close contact with Mr. President and the leadership in making sure the Bill is signed.“We have proven the nay-sayers wrong by constituting the Board and Management of the Commission.“This is the first time we are seeing Renewed Hope in action. Indeed, Renewed Hope is already being felt in the South East currently and everywhere in the South East, people are happy and jubilating that indeed, President Tinubu means well for the region.“We therefore want to thank Mr. President and assure him of our continued support.Signed Ambassador Dr. Tim Ihemadu JP, National President, Nzuko Alaigbo Socio-Cultural Progressives
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Shettima Lauds BUK over Provision of Quality Education, Equitable Admission
Vice-President Kashim Shettima has commended Bayero University,Kano(BUK) for providing quality education to Nigerians over the years.
Shettima made the commendation while declaring open the BUK Class of 2004 Reunion at the university’s Main Campus on Saturday.
He also lauded the university for its track record of unbiased admission policy across the country devoid of religion and ethnicity.
He was represented by Dr Nurudeen Zauro, Technical Adviser to the President on Development Finance and Financial Inclusion.
The vice-president said:”Contributions of BUK in providing quality education for all Nigerians and its track record of unbiased admission policy devoid of religion and ethnicity are really commendable.
“We however have some challenges which underscore the urgent need for targeted interventions to address the systemic inequalities faced by women and other marginalised groups,” Shettima said.
According to him, with every challenge comes an opportunity, adding, “with you as Ambassadors, we can leverage strengths, resources, networks, and technical expertise.
”This is to develop innovative solutions, and this is precisely why we participate in today’s reunion.
”I therefore implore all of us to contribute towards making our country great again.”
Tinubu said the President Bola Tinubu’s administration recognised that government efforts alone could not achieve the myriad of economic potential of Nigeria.
He added,”Consequently, this gathering emphasises the critical role of future leaders and partners, particularly from the private sector.
”This is in ensuring the successful implementation and sustainability of our programs, projects, and initiatives.
“We seek your collaboration and contributions, guided by an evidence-based approach to identify new programmes and policies that will drive impactful change.
”All these are in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
“Let us seize this opportunity to exchange best practices, design innovative strategies, and explore groundbreaking/emerging opportunities such as technologies that can drive meaningful change.”
Shettima called for collective efforts to define and strengthen roles, establish impactful partnerships, and create unique, community-driven initiatives and interventions.
“We also call for firm commitment and support for our shared vision of this administration as we remain steadfast in our commitment to translating the outcomes of this reunion into tangible actions,” he added.( NAN)
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Education Bedrock for Economic Development – Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu on Saturday in Owerri emphasised the need for quality education to speed up Nigeria’s economic development.
Tinubu, in a goodwill message to the 36th Convocation of the Federal University of Technology, Owerri, said that his administration places much premium on educational growth.
His message was read by Florence Obi, Vice Chancellor of the University of Calabar.
The president said that his administration had repositioned federal universities to enable them conduct researches to solve the nation’s challenges.
“Education is a major fulcrum for national development; it is a catalyst for alleviating poverty and promoting economic growth and development.
“This fact remains sacrosanct for my administration hence the inclusion of education among the eight priority areas that include economy, security, agriculture, energy, infrastructure and health.
“To further underscore the Federal Government’s commitment towards tertiary education, we established the Nigerian Education Loan Fund dedicated to granting students fees and personal upkeep loans.
“A total of N33bn was made available to start the programme which commenced this year with six pilot universities from each of the geopolitical zones,” he revealed.
Tinubu further advised young graduates to embrace farming and vocational training, in addition to their academic qualifications.
“The period white-collar jobs were readily available has faded away. I urge you to harness the potentials in agriculture, vocational skills and Information Technology to add value to yourself and the nation.” he counseled.
Tinubu further said that the Federal Government had made substantial interventions in FUTO to upgrade its facilities and infrastructure.
Report says that the First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, Gov. Hope Uzodinma of Imo, and his Borno counterpart, Prof. Babangida Zulum, were conferred with honorary doctorate degrees at the ceremony. (NAN)