Fresh controversy has emerged over allegations surrounding questionable government agencies as the National Coordinator and Executive Director of the National Brands Development and Made in Nigeria Special Project Office, George Nwabueze, denied operating a “fake agency” and insisted that his office had existed for 16 years under the supervision of the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation.

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Meanwhile, nutritionists have warned Nigerians against slicing vegetables in open markets before washing them, while a report exposes how metal scavengers are stripping Lagos bridges, buildings and homes for scrap.

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George Nwabueze, the National Coordinator and Executive Director of the National Brands Development and Made in Nigeria Special Project Office, has denied allegations that he operates a “fake agency”. He said the office, which he oversees, has existed for 16 years and operates under the supervision of the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation.

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2. Why Nigerians should stop cutting vegetables in markets — Nutritionists

Nutrition experts have warned Nigerians against having vegetables sliced in open markets before washing them, citing poor hygiene and the risk of contamination. They said the practice could expose consumers to harmful microorganisms, increase the risk of food poisoning and lead to the loss of vital nutrients.

Read here: https://punchng.com/why-nigerians-should-stop-cutting-vegetables-in-markets-nutritionists/

Metal scavengers, popularly known as ‘iron condemned’ pickers, are increasingly stripping Lagos bridges, old buildings, construction sites and even occupied homes of valuable materials. The scavengers remove reinforcement rods, roofing sheets and electrical wiring, selling the materials as scrap while leaving structures damaged and weakened.

Read here: https://punchng.com/scavengers-strip-lagos-bridges-homes-in-widespread-theft/

📰 Source: Punch Nigeria