Nigeria's Medical and Dental Practitioners Act establishes a framework for practitioner accountability through the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria and its disciplinary bodies. This ensures professional standards and patient safety are maintained.

Maritime reporting requires specialised knowledge to interpret complex technical, regulatory, and economic issues, according to Sesan Onileimo. He stressed the need for journalists to adapt to AI and technological changes transforming the profession, combining experience with tech competence for the future.

Veteran analyst Sola Oni calls for specialised training for financial journalists in Nigeria, stating it's crucial for investor confidence and market integrity. He urges regulators like SEC and NGX to establish capacity-building programmes.

Kano State is refunding ₦327,178 each to 500 pilgrims who overpaid for the 2027 Hajj. Affected pilgrims need to submit documents to their Local Government Hajj Centre officers for processing.

Nigeria's only Ebola case, a diplomat in Abuja, has suffered organ failure, prompting nationwide health surveillance. VP Shettima also advised states on power solutions, and 15 State Assemblies endorsed the state police amendment.

APC National Youth Leader Dayo Israel has clarified his role in the party's 2027 presidential campaign youth directorate. He confirmed his initial appointment as director was reversed, with Minister Ayodele Olawande now leading the directorate as appointed by the campaign council.

Kano Governor Abba Yusuf has commended President Bola Tinubu for prioritizing infrastructure projects, including the Abuja-Kano road, which is expected to boost Northern Nigeria's economy and trade.

Harry Kane has now scored in 10 consecutive UEFA Champions League matches, placing him just one game behind Cristiano Ronaldo's record of 11. The Bayern Munich striker achieved this milestone against Arsenal.

Arsenal's David Raya has expressed a desire to play in Spain's La Liga in the future, despite his current happiness at the Premier League club. The Spanish international's contract with Arsenal is valid until 2028.

Seven killed in Ukraine following overnight Russian strikes. The attacks occurred shortly after US envoy Steve Witkoff met with President Vladimir Putin. Russia also reported its region was targeted by hundreds of drones.

Two lovers, Marian Elia (19) and Izuchukwu Uzoma (21), have been arraigned by the EFCC in Edo State over an alleged N35.9 million theft. The charges include cybercrime, conspiracy, and stealing.

Manchester United lost 4-1 to Como in the Champions League, with reports of a tactical disagreement between captain Bruno Fernandes and coach Michael Carrick. Fernandes publicly questioned the team's pressing approach, while Carrick apologised to travelling fans. The result adds pressure on Carrick's management.

Nigerian universities are set to achieve record-breaking global rankings from 2027, driven by increased competition and a new national framework. Prof. Peter Okebukola attributes this to government efforts to strengthen tertiary education assessment.

US orders non-essential embassy staff and families to depart Saudi Arabia amid escalating Houthi attacks. The State Department cited safety concerns as the primary driver for the precautionary measure.

China has introduced a new 20% tax on dividends and interest from offshore trusts, targeting its wealthy citizens. The initial payment deadline is Thursday, as Beijing seeks to bolster its fiscal reserves amidst economic pressures.

Oyo State Assembly approves N100bn loan from UBA for infrastructure projects and a N300bn debt refinancing deal to lower borrowing costs.

Declan Rice has backed Harry Kane to win the 2026 Ballon d'Or, calling him the 'clear winner' due to his remarkable season and performance.

FBI issues urgent warning on two critical PHP vulnerabilities (CVE-2026-109618 & CVE-2026-109619) that could allow hackers to execute malicious code and compromise data. Update affected PHP installations immediately or take systems offline if fixes cannot be applied.

Guinea-Bissau has stopped a US-funded vaccine trial on newborns following international criticism over its ethics. The government denied the necessary approval for the study, which was set to receive significant funding.

Former Australian sprint champion Jake Doran arrested and charged with a child sex offence. He has been provisionally suspended by Australian Athletics, with the governing body emphasizing participant safety.