Universities teachers under the aegis of the Academic Staff Union ofUniversities, ASUU says it will shut down Nigerian univrsities if the federa government failed torestore outstanding allowance owed to its mmebrs under an agreement bewteen the two parties in 2025.
ASUU said on Friday that it has given enough time tothe fderal government,and willnolonger notified the authority before it directs it members to embarkon an indfiniet strikes action,which includes grounding activities in all the countries ivory towers.
The union said the decision to embarkon strike was taken during an emergency meeting of its National Executive Council, NEC, held on September 5, 2026, in Abuja,the nation’scapital.
Accoding to ASUU President Prof. Christopher Piwuna, the federal government should be blamed ifthe union eventually embarked on the strike,saying the failure by the auhtority to implement the Dece,ber 2025 agreement has push the teachers tothe wall,urging the government to pay withheld salaries and allowance running into several billions.
ASUU said in the statement that its members are still being owed more than three months ofthe seven months salary arrears since the Buhari’s administration, saying the adminsitration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu had only paid four months out ofthe seven montsh owed the union.
Based on this development,ASUU said its members economicand professional well being are in danger, as such it could no longer guanrantee peaceful and smooth academic activities in the ivory towers across the country.
It stressed that the salary arrears have already lost value, due tothe weakening naira, adding that the universities lecturers are traumatised due tothe unpaid allowance and salaries.
“We state for the umpteenth time that the lecturers have done the work for which they are being punished. They did it at huge cost to their physical and psycho-social well-being,” ASUU said.
“Some lost their lives in the process and many are now managing life-threatening ailments. For healing and restoration in the Nigerian University System, we think the withheld salaries of lecturers should be released without further delay.”
The South African authority has extradited six Nigerians accused of wire fraud tothe United States of Anerica.
The South African Police Service made this known in its official X handleon Frisay, saying the alleged criminals were members ofthe BlackAxe, who were arrested in conjuction with the Interpol for alleged invlovement in romance scam with 100 women from the United States..
According to the terse statement provided by the police, the alleged fraudsters,a also known in Nigerian parlance as Yahoo Boys, duped their victimsof more than R100 million through online romance/love scams, and where later arrested n 2021 for the allged crime and for alleged membership of the cult group known as the Black Axe Organised Criminal Network.
The allged criminals have now been handed over to the US FederalBureau of Intelligence, with the assistance of Interpol, the South African Police set today.
“The Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI), commonly known as the #Hawks, in collaboration with #INTERPOL South Africa, will today facilitate the extradition of six Nigerian nationals to the United States of America,” SAPS said.
Romance fraud has recenlty become common in Nigeria and other African countries, with many women, essentially from Europe and US becoming victims to fruadsters who pretend to fall in love with them,but for truth they are now sincere.
In a recent report, a 68-year-old British grandmother, Dawn Otewell cried out after her 31-year-old Nigerian lover absconded after arriving in the Unoted Kingdom on a spouse visa.The couple had earlier had a wedding in Nigeria,which went viral on the social media.
The Benue State governorship candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Prof. Terhemba Shija, has maintained that the growing political influence of the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi was responsible for the opposition to his visit to Benue state.
Shija made the remark while speaking with journalists after Obi’s convoy was reportedly prevented from reaching Yelwata in Guma Local Government Area , where the former Anambra State governor had planned to sympathise with families affected by recent terrorist attacks.
He recalled that the former Labour Party presidential candidate won Benue State in the 2023 presidential election despite lacking what he described as the “so-called structures.”
He alleged that the 2023 election results were manipulated to reduce Obi’s victory margin in the state.
“In the previous election, even without the so-called structures and whatever, Peter Obi won Benue State, in spite of their rigging. They rigged and said they defeated Peter Obi by 2,000 votes.”
He declared that despite the opposition’s moves, Obi, remains the Nigerian capable of leading the country towards a better future.
According to him, the current political administration was apprehensive about Obi’s presence in the state ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Shija, however, stressed that Obi has not arrived in Benue to campaign, but to condole with families who had lost loved ones to insecurity.
“He hasn’t yet come here. He has only come to condole with people whose people have been killed. And now, they don’t want him to step his foot here.”
Obi’s convoy was reportedly blocked along Boko Road, near the Air Force Base, shortly after his arrival in Benue on Tuesday.
The development reportedly prevented him from proceeding to Yelwata, where he was expected to meet families affected by the June 13, 2025 attack and offer support to victims.
Shija questioned why Obi would be obstructed from visiting bereaved families, particularly after the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) had lifted its ban on political activities.
He said the NDC would proceed with its political activities in the state, announcing that the party planned to formally commence its governorship campaign within a week.
“This is in spite of the fact that INEC has lifted the ban on politics. So, whatever happens, we are going to come in,” he said.
The NDC candidate warned against any attempt to disrupt the party’s campaign, saying such action could provoke confrontation between youths.
However, he added that his party did not intend to cause trouble or create violence in the state.
“We want a change. We want a change. And things have to be done better,” Shija said.
He described Obi as the leader he believed could deliver the change Nigerians were seeking, urging supporters not to be intimidated by the reported incident.
“This is the Nigerian that will lead us all into getting into a better Nigeria. So, we’re not scared. We don’t want to cause any sin here,” he said.
Shija further alleged that some of those involved in the obstruction were acting on instructions and accused them of substance abuse.
His comments came amid competing claims over the incident involving Obi’s convoy.
Obi had earlier alleged that youths led by a Special Adviser to the Benue State Governor blocked the road to prevent him from reaching Yelwata.
The Benue State NDC also accused the All Progressives Congress (APC) of mobilising thugs to frustrate the visit.
The APC, however, denied involvement, with its Benue State Publicity Secretary, Benedict Yaweh, saying the party was not aware of the reported attack.
Following the lifting of embargo on campaign activities by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), ahead next year’s general elections, politicians have resumed brickbats, with an allegation coming from Ogun state that the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) is from Ekiti State.
A former chairman of Ijebu East Local Government Area, Wale Adedayo, made the remarks during an appearance on Channels TV’s Politics Today programme, alleging that Mr Adeola was originally Sulaimon Ogunleye from Ekiti State, but now falsely claims Ogun State ancestry for political gains.
“Should I call him Sulaimon Ogunleye? He is from Ekiti. It is Solomon Adeola. The man you call Yayi.
“That was his original name,” Mr Adedayo alleged, while challenging the APC candidate “to prove his ancestry, which has not been till tomorrow.
“He doesn’t have any root in Ogun State, and that is one of the things we talk about that as much as possible, we should not encourage fraudulent claims.
“There is nothing wrong with people living in Lagos State coming back home to contest, but people using pecuniary means to claim ancestry is fraudulent.”
He maintained that the APC candidate in the 2027 Ogun State governorship election, Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, cannot win the race.
Commenting on the series of upcoming elections in Ogun State, the journalist predicted that President Bola Tinubu would win the 2027 presidential election.
He stressed, however, that the APC would loose in governorship, senatorial, and House of Representatives elections in what he described as political ‘earthquakes.’
“There is going to be seismic changes in terms of earthquakes because things will move in the direction that a lot of people would not expect.
“The way things are going now, APC is gone in Ogun State and PDP is going to be there in 2027 for a number of reasons, and there is no doubt about that.
“The President will have his way in Ogun State, but when it comes to the governorship, senatorial and house of elections, it is a different ball game in Ogun State.”
Despite maintaining that political shockwaves against the APC would be recorded in every local government area during next year’s election, he assured that there would be no violence in the state.
“There is going to be a seismic change in all the 20 local governments, but it is not going to be a battleground where people will kill themselves,” the one-time chairman added.
Former Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom, has insisted that the blockade of Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, during his visit to the state was a deliberate act.
Ortom insisted that his successor, Governor Hyacinth Alia, cannot exonerated himself ftom the incident.
He challenged Alia to swear by the Holy Bible that he had no knowledge of the incident, saying that the obstruction of Obi’s visit to Yelwata community in Guma Local Government Area was a deliberate act.
Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today, the former governor described the incident as an attack on democracy and accused the Benue government of encouraging lawlessness.
“Can he come out and swear by the Bible that he claims to be a reverend priest and say that he was not aware of what happened yesterday?
“It was a deliberate attempt. He did it,” Ortom alleged.
He maintained that it was wrong for Obi, who visited Benue to sympathise with communities affected by killings, to be prevented from reaching his destination.
“I condemn what happened on Tuesday. It is wrong not to allow Peter Obi to visit Benue and sympathise with those people whose people were killed.”
Ortom alleged that Alia had previously been involved in actions that undermined democratic institutions, claiming the governor had used supporters to carry out political actions in the past.
“Governor Alia himself, the governor of Benue State, is involved in this matter. He cannot deny that.”
The former governor, however, said his position was not based on support for Obi but on the principle of allowing every Nigerian the freedom to move and participate in political activities.
“I am not supporting Peter Obi. But it is wrong,” Ortom stated.
Meanwhile, NDC National Leader, Seriake Dickson, also demanded an investigation into the incident, saying those found responsible should face prosecution.
Dickson warned that allowing such incidents during the election season could create a dangerous precedent where politicians may be prevented from campaigning across the country.
The controversy followed claims by Obi that his convoy was blocked by suspected political thugs and security operatives while attempting to visit Yelwata community.
The Benue State Government has denied involvement and demanded evidence linking any government official to the incident.
The Benue state police command has announced the arrest of some suspects in connection with the incident.
After the team’s 2-0 loss to Spain in their opening match at the FIFA Under-20 Women’s World Cup in Poland, the Falconets have earned a hard-fought 0-0 draw against China PR in their second Group F match.
The match played on Thursday saw the Falconets giving a good account of themselves as they curtailed the attacking prowess of their Asian opponent at the Arena Sosnowiec in Poland
Coach Moses Aduku’s side started with intent and created the first clear opportunity through Janet Akekoromowei in the 17th minute.
The Falconets grew into the game as the half progressed, with Kafayat Mafisere winning a corner in the 33rd minute and Akekoromowei going close again in the 38th and in added time of the first period, to see Nigeria ending the first half on the front foot.
China also posed a threat before the break. Huang Jiaxin, Zhou Xinyi and Song Lijuan all tested the Nigerian defence with efforts on goal, while Xue Sifan delivered two dangerous corners. Goalkeeper Christiana Uzoma was equal to the task as the Falconets backline held firm to keep the scores level at halftime.
The second half opened with China PR making a tactical change, introducing Chen Ruilin for Xiao Yafei. The substitution added impetus to the Asians, with Chen, Xue and Huang all registering attempts on goal.
The Falconets responded with urgency. Queen Joseph (in the 58th minute), Mafisere (in the 56th and 60th minutes), and Precious Oscar (in the 54th minute) all went close.
Nigeria thought they had a chance to take the lead in the 74th minute when they were awarded a penalty, but the decision was overturned after a VAR review.
Both sides continued to push until the final whistle, but neither could find the breakthrough in a tightly contested encounter.
The result leaves the Falconets with one point from two games in Group F. Coach Aduku’s team will now turn their focus to their final group match against New Caledonia on Sunday, September 13, in Lódź as they fight to secure a place in the knockout rounds and keep Nigeria’s campaign alive at the global tournament.
A victory against New Caledonia with a good and comfortable scoreline may see the Nigeria Side qualify as runners up in Group F or one of the Third best placed team.
Effective from October 1, the Federal Government has revealed that Nigerian students will begin receiving 100 megabytes of free daily data to access approved educational websites and digital learning platforms.
The initiative, being implemented by the Nigerian Communications Commission, (NCC) in partnership with telecommunications operators and the Federal Ministry of Education, will initially cover learners in public senior secondary schools and tertiary institutions.
The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, announced the commencement date on Thursday at the launch of the Initiative for Zero-Rated Access to Educational Platforms and Content in Nigeria in Abuja.
“Let me let out the secret. This will be made available to Nigerian students from October 1st, 2026,” Alausa said, acknowledging the contribution of the Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria to the programme.
Under the framework, participating mobile network operators will provide a daily zero-rated data allowance of 100MB, which beneficiaries can use on approved educational websites and platforms.
Alausa explained that the initiative would begin with senior secondary school and tertiary institution students before being extended to other categories of learners.
“Our ambition must be that, ultimately, no Nigerian learner should be denied access to quality educational content simply because he or she cannot afford data,” the minister added.
He noted that the cost of internet data has become a major barrier to digital education, particularly for children from low-income households.
According to him, providing access to educational platforms without data charges could transform mobile phones, tablets and computers into classrooms and libraries for students who might otherwise struggle to access digital resources.
The minister also disclosed that the government was working on measures to regulate internet access for children below the age of 16, with further details expected to be announced.
He emphasized that educational content made available to children must be “appropriate, credible, safe and aligned with our educational objectives and our curriculum.”
Alausa added, “It will be regulating internet access to children below 16 years old,” saying further announcements would follow on the proposed measure.
The minister said the government was also expanding the digitalisation of the education sector through the Nigeria Education Data Infrastructure, Digital Nigeria Education Management Information System and the Learner Identification Number.
He disclosed that more than 240,000 schools had been geo-mapped and geolocated across the country, while the government was digitising the Annual School Census to obtain information on enrolment, teachers, classrooms, laboratories, libraries, connectivity and school safety.
The NCC Director of Policy, Competition and Economic Analysis, Ayuba Shuaibu, said the Federal Ministry of Education and the commission would jointly approve the educational platforms to be whitelisted under the initiative.
He stated that eligible platforms would include learning management systems, digital libraries, educational repositories, teacher development platforms, as well as technical and vocational training platforms.
“The framework also adopts the operator’s consult model for the initial rollout of the initiative. Under this model, a daily zero-rated data allowance of 100 MB will be provided by the participating MNOs for usage on approved websites and platforms,” Shuaibu said.
Ilaje communities in Ondo state have protested move by the Federal Government to exclude riverine area of the state from benefitting from the coastal highway currently under construction.
Addressing a press conference in Lagos on Thursday, a spokesman of the communities, Benson Enikuomehin, pointed out that it is shocking that the concept of the coastal highway has now been bastardized and balkanized by the Ministry of Works under the supervision of Senator David Umahi.
According to him, more than 60 percent of the coastal communities in Ilaje LGA of Ondo State have now been bypassed and sidelined.
“Available records and data reveal that the coastal road has now assumed a new name as ‘inland highway road’ when it comes to the Ondo State communities.
“This is courtesy of the Minister of Works and his Ministry. The road now passes through Oke-Upare in Ondo State to link communities in Ovia North and Ovia West of Edo State so as to accommodate Gelegele community in Edo State which is about 10 – 20km from the coastline.
“It is not in dispute that Edo State does not have a single coastal community that aborts the sea. The Gelegele community which is closer to the sea has a distance of about 10 – 20km from the coastline.
“The dispute between Ogun State and Ondo State as regards Eba Island does not bring any controversy as to the fact that Irokun community falls squarely within Ondo State.
“Not wanting to emerge in the controversy of Eba Island, it can safely be said that from Irokun community, the coastal highway commences in Ondo State.
“It is a known fact that of all the coastal states in Nigeria, Ondo State unarguably has the longest coastline of about 80 – 100km.
“It is therefore reasonable that the coastal highway will pass through the coastline communities of Ondo State before getting to Delta State and on through the other states to Calabar.
“The injustice meted to the Ondo State communities by the Ministry of Works (under the supervision of Senator David Umahi) along the coast is both intentional and deliberate.
“Notable communities such as Ugbonla, Ilowo, Ilepete, Obe-Enikanoselu, Obe-Rewoye, Ikorigho, Jinrinwo, Awoye, Igho etc have completely been taken off the coastal route. These communities fall squarely within the initial coastal route where the coastal highway is meant to pass.
“The injustice, and the orchestrated marginalization against the Ilaje people began when additional 100km was added to the initial 700km (bringing the distance to 800km) to accommodate Edo State at all cost in the Coastal Highway. All the initial drawings and mappings of the road have now been jettisoned.
“It must be noted that highway from Lagos to Calabar is meant for the coast. It is not a Niger Delta Affairs: It is a coastal road! Any State that does not fall within the coast in Nigeria will not be considered. This accounts for why states like Abia and Imo, though oil producing States are not considered in this project.
“The intentional distortion of the coastal highway to accommodate non coastal states makes a mockery of the name of the road:-COASTAL HIGHWAY.
“From the axis of Lagos, Ogun, Delta up to Calabar in Cross River State, the road remains COASTAL HIGHWAY in material particular. It is only in Ondo State the Minister and his Ministry of Works have now doctored/altered the concept of COASTAL HIGHWAY to become INLAND HIGHWAY.
“There is no justifiable reason(s) for perpetuating this monumental heinous crime against the coastal Ilaje communities leaving on the coastline of Ondo State. “
The profile of Imo State under the leadership of Governor Hope Uzodimma keeps rising by the day with the United Nations commending his Government for strides in digital transformation, youth empowerment, economic diversification, and public-sector reforms.
The body described the State’s initiatives as a strong foundation for sustainable development.
The commendation was made by no person than the UN deputy scribe, Amina Mohammed who led a high-powered delegation to Governor Uzodimma at the Executive Council Chambers of the Government House in Owerri, Thursday.
Speaking during the visit, the UN leadership noted that Imo State’s strategic investments in education, digital skills, power infrastructure, and administrative reforms are creating competitive enterprises, productive jobs, and resilient communities.
With four years remaining to meet the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the delegation stressed that State-level progress remains critical to translating global goals into accessible healthcare, quality education, and decent livelihoods for citizens.
“What I saw in Imo is inspiring,” the UN Deputy Secretary stated, expressing optimism over the rapid progress recorded in youth development and technological empowerment.
The delegation noted that the young people encountered during the visit demonstrated remarkable determination and readiness to drive the emerging digital economy initiated by the Uzodimma administration.
The UN team also highlighted the need to strengthen energy systems, expand access to climate finance, and build robust supply chains linking local producers directly to broader markets, and promised support where necessary to meet the needs of the populace in critical areas.
They emphasised that investments in human capital must be matched with sustained social protection and quality healthcare to yield maximum impact.
Responding, Governor Uzodimma explained that his administration intentionally prioritised technology as a “catalyst to tackle unemployment, enhance security, and shift the State away from over-reliance on the public sector.”
Under the Imo Digital Economy Agenda (IDEA), the Governor disclosed that thousands of youths have been trained and integrated into the global tech ecosystem as software developers, cybersecurity analysts, and artificial intelligence specialists.
”Our goal goes beyond basic training; we are equipping our young people to build sustainable businesses, innovate solutions, and compete in the global knowledge economy,” Uzodimma stated.
He further outlined State-level energy initiatives—including Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) adoption, electric vehicle deployment, and independent power projects—aimed at delivering clean, reliable, and affordable energy to homes and businesses across Imo.
Some Commissioners in the Uzodimma administration took time to explain to the UN delegation what Imo State is doing uniquely to better the lot of the people and enhance good living standard in the society.
The Commissioner for Digital Economy and E-Government, Dr. Chiemezie Amadi, stressed that the current administration has abandoned traditional empowerment schemes, such as distributing motorcycles and tricycles in favour of high-value technical capacity building.
Governor Hope Uzodimma
Dr. Amadi cited the story of Adanna, a young graduate who trained in phone repair technology under the State’s programme and subsequently launched a thriving enterprise in Ohaji/Egbema, demonstrating how tech skills are driving economic growth in rural areas.
”Imo is transitioning from a traditional civil-service State into a net exporter of digital talent,” Amadi noted, calling on the United Nations and international development partners to deepen support in artificial intelligence, entrepreneurship, and venture capital access.
Also speaking, the Commissioner for Petroleum and Gas Development, Barr. Emeka Mgbudem, said Imo State has unveiled an ambitious clean energy strategy to replace expensive Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) with low-pressure Compressed Natural Gas (LCNG/ANG) for household cooking.
The State’s Chief Economic Adviser, Prof. Kenneth Ameshi, urged the UNDP to partner with Imo in scaling community-based cooperative enterprise – OKOBI (One Kindred One Business Initiative) to generate 500,000 jobs by 2030.
Ameshi, who is the Chief Economic Adviser to the Governor revealed that the State’s 20-month collective entrepreneurship model has already established 600 profit-oriented businesses employing over 20,000 residents. He appealed for blended finance, business incubation, and market access support to ensure sustainable economic development.
He highlighted that capturing flared natural gas could slash monthly cooking expenses by 69%, reducing costs from ₦20,500 to ₦6,500 per family. Operating at a safer 20–40 PSI, the initiative pairs smart cylinder-tracking technology with local last-mile delivery to combat deforestation, eliminate indoor air pollution, and boost economic relief across West Africa.
Ameshi, urged stronger UNDP partnership to expand community-based businesses and create jobs. He said the OKOBI initiative has established about 600 cooperative enterprises, employing over 20,000 people. With a target of 500,000 jobs by 2030, he sought financing, technical support, incubation and market access.
The Commissioner for Health, Dr. Chioma Egu brought the attention of the UN delegation to what the government had done in the area of health, both primary and secondary healthcare, noting that partnership with development partners
was key to sustaining the foundation the Governor had paid in the healthcare sector in Imo State.
Adding her voice, the Special Adviser to the Governor on SDGs, Chinenyenwa Owuamalam, highlighted Imo State’s commitment to aligning its 3R Agenda with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), pointing out that key achievements span infrastructure, digital innovation, healthcare, and youth empowerment.
She commended the First Lady, Barr. Chioma Uzodimma’s initiative (GF-USI) for advancing gender equality and supporting vulnerable women, emphasising ongoing SDG school awareness, environmental programmes, and inter-agency partnerships aimed at deepening collaboration with the United Nations so no one is left behind.
The visit concluded with a joint commitment between the Imo State Government and the United Nations to consolidate partnerships in infrastructure, clean energy, and technical assistance to accelerate economic growth across all local government areas.
In the company of the UN Deputy Secretary General are – Elsie Attafuah, Resident Representative UNDP Nigeria, Hadiza Elayo, Special Assistant to the Deputy Secretary-General and Deputy Director, Sustainable Development Unit, Beatrice Eyong, UN Women Representative to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Dr. Vanessa Phala, Country Representative for the International Labour Organization.
The Imo State Deputy Governor, Lady Chinyere Ekomaru, Deputy Speaker, Rt. Hon. Amara Iwuanyawu and members of the State Expanded Executive Council led by the Secretary to the State Government, Chief Cosmas Iwu attended the event.
Following confirmation that the reported deaths of at least 24 persons within three days in Odigbo area of Ondo state was as a result of consumption of herbal concoction, the Ondo State Government has warned residents against the consumption of unapproved substances, herbal drinks, concoctions and other products not certified as safe for human consumption.
It urged members of the public to exercise utmost caution and desist from patronising or consuming substances of doubtful origin, stressing that the safety, health and wellbeing of the people remain key priorities of the present administration.
The appeal was made in a statement on Wednesday by Idowu Ajanaku, Commissioner for Information and Orientation.
According to the statement, “Government also strongly cautions sellers, producers and distributors of uncertified substances to immediately desist from such practices, as the production, sale and distribution of unapproved substances pose serious risks to public health and may attract appropriate sanctions in accordance with the law.
“The Government further cautions citizens, particularly youths, against drug abuse and the unauthorised use or consumption of substances capable of causing serious health complications or death.
“Residents are advised to obtain medicines and other consumable products only from authorised and regulated outlets, and to seek professional medical advice rather than resorting to unverified remedies or substances.
“The government is currently investigating the Odigbo incident to establish the actual cause of the deaths.
Government assures the people of Ondo State that relevant agencies are working diligently to unravel the circumstances surrounding the incident.
“The Government also appeals to residents to remain calm and refrain from spreading unverified information capable of causing unnecessary panic.”
It commended the proactive intervention of the Chairman of Odigbo Local Government Area, Taiwo Adegboye, in responding promptly to the situation and supporting efforts aimed at protecting the lives and wellbeing of residents.
The administration assured the people that necessary measures are being taken to safeguard public health and prevent a recurrence of such incidents.
It therefore reiterated its warning to residents, vendors, producers and distributors to shun drug abuse and the unauthorised production, sale, distribution or consumption of illegal and uncertified substances.
“The Government will continue to take appropriate measures, in accordance with existing laws and regulations, to protect the health and safety of citizens.
“Citizens are encouraged to promptly report suspicious activities involving the production, sale or distribution of dangerous, illegal or unapproved substances to the appropriate authorities.”
It emphasized that protecting lives and promoting a safe and healthy society is a collective responsibility that requires the cooperation of all residents.
