The directive applies to all brands of multi-dose artemether/lumefantrine dry powder for oral suspension and to all manufacturers and importers. The post NAFDAC restates ban on multi-dose anti-malaria suspension appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Germany's far-right opposition party, Alternative for Germany (AfD), is pressuring the government for information on NATO exercises in Estonia last year, sparking fears in Berlin that the party might be inadvertently aiding Russia in gathering intelligence on NATO vulnerabilities.

Das Gericht hat entschieden, dass der Verfassungsschutz die AfD vorerst nicht als «gesichert rechtsextremistisch» einstufen darf. Die wichtigsten Fragen und Antworten.

A Cologne administrative court ruling states that the AfD cannot be definitively labeled as 'secured right-wing extremist,' making a potential ban of the party significantly more difficult, according to legal experts and politicians.

The African Development Bank (AfDB) and the African Union (AU) are advocating for visa-free travel across Africa, viewing it as crucial for unlocking economic transformation under the AfCFTA agreement.

A court in Cologne has ruled that while there is 'strong suspicion' of unconstitutional aspirations within the AfD party, there is insufficient 'unequivocal evidence' that these aspirations apply to the party as a whole, particularly regarding its 'remigration' concept.

Im Bundestag streiten die Parteien über Vorwürfe von Vetternwirtschaft. In der AfD werden derweil immer neue Fälle bekannt.

ARD chairman Florian Hager defends the public broadcaster against accusations of manipulation following a false Merkel image, as the AfD launches a general attack in the Bundestag to abolish public broadcasting.

NLC and FOBTOB members protest NAFDAC’s alcohol sachet ban in Lagos, citing economic suffocation and demanding the reopening of sealed factories. Read More: https://punchng.com/alcohol-sachet-ban-no-work-for-us-no-work-for-you-nlc-fobtob-protesters-temporarily-block-nafdac-lagos-office/

Germany's AfD party is under increasing pressure due to recurring nepotism cases, with politicians allegedly employing partners or relatives of party colleagues in their parliamentary offices, particularly in Lower Saxony.

The article discusses the challenges the AfD faces in Saxony-Anhalt to gain power, noting that even if they were to form a government, the democratic rule of law would not end as a majority can only act within its competencies.

Germany's Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, which often criticizes rivals for a lack of transparency, has itself been accused of nepotism and prioritizing personal interests, with internal sources questioning who works there and if they are effective.

Nigeria’s Health Ministry affirms in court that NAFDAC is legally empowered to enforce the sachet alcohol ban, responding to a lawsuit by SERAP. Read More: https://punchng.com/nafdac-has-powers-to-ban-sachet-alcohol-health-ministry/

The far-right German party AfD is facing accusations of systemic nepotism, threatening its anti-establishment image ahead of key elections.

A review of Josh Safdie’s film 'Marty Supreme' highlights its blend of sport and theatre, with high stakes for its characters.

The Green Party's lead candidate Cem Özdemir defends the CDU candidate Hagel against the AfD in a 'Triell' debate in Baden-Württemberg.

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The AfD, known for criticizing other parties' shortcomings, is now facing scrutiny over its own alleged nepotism, exposing internal issues.

Millioner af dokumenter fra efterforskningen af den afdøde seksualforbryder viser, at kendte og kongelige, rigmænd og toppolitikere flokkedes om Jeffrey Epstein. Du kan følge afsløringerne i denne liv

An alliance of parties from the Left to the CDU in Sachsen-Anhalt plans to amend the constitution to protect itself from the AfD, following experiences in neighboring Thüringen with increased AfD attacks on the judiciary.

(ANSA) - ROME, FEB 24 - Paratroop General Roberto Vannacci, who recengly left the right-wing League party to form his own far-right party National Future (FN), on Tuesday joined the far-right Europe of Sovereign Nations (ESN) caucus at the European Parliament, which contains among other Alternative for Germany (AfD). "It's an honour, I completely identify with the principles and ideals of this group," Vannacci told a press conference. Vannacci, whose FN is currently polling at around 3% in It...

Historian and journalist Katja Hoyer discusses how Germany's far-right AfD party is aligning itself with Nazi history, timing its congress with a Nazi rally centenary, and argues that moral outrage alone is insufficient to stop its rise.

A Forsa survey conducted for the municipal elections in Frankfurt indicates that AfD voters inhabit a distinct 'parallel world,' characterized by different information sources and perspectives on the city.

A power struggle is unfolding within the AfD in North Rhine-Westphalia as Björn Höcke, a prominent figure from the party's right wing, is expected to deliver a speech in Düsseldorf, signaling an attempt to challenge the more moderate state party leader.

The Alternative for Germany (AfD) party is leading polls with 37% in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, a former East German state, suggesting they could double their results in upcoming local elections.

Germany's far-right Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) party is drawing criticism for timing its congress with the centenary of an infamous Nazi rally, raising concerns about its historical associations.

NAFDAC said the affected product carries batch number 22939510A1206 07:35, with a stated manufacturing date of 20 January 2025 and expiry date of 20 January 2027. The product also bears NAFDAC Registration Number B1-2783. The post Revalidated SMA Gold infant formula discovered in Kaduna — NAFDAC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

NAFDAC warns of fake baby formula (SMA Gold) in Kaduna with altered expiry dates. This tampered product poses serious health risks to vulnerable infants. Read More: https://punchng.com/nafdac-warns-of-fake-expiry-dates-on-baby-formula-in-kaduna/

A dispute between an online portal and politician Daniel Günther has reignited a fundamental legal debate in Germany regarding the neutrality of public office holders.

Alice Weidel, leader of Germany's far-right AfD party, criticized Western foreign policy regarding the war in Ukraine, stating that peace in Europe is only possible with Russia and blaming the British for the bloodshed.

An article from Tehran Times mentions filmmaker Josh Safdie, without providing further details on the context.

Unionsfraktionschef Spahn hat auf dem CDU-Parteitag die Merz-Regierung verteidigt. Dabei griff er AfD und Linkspartei massiv an - eine Zusammenarbeit mit den beiden Parteien kommt für ihn nicht in Fra

Jay Wheeler & Zhamira Zambrano chatted with Billboard’s Ingrid Fajardo & Jessica Roiz on the red carpet of Premio Lo Nuestro 2026.

The far-right AfD party is polling significantly ahead of its rivals in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, where state elections are scheduled for later this year.

The state intelligence agency for Lower Saxony has officially designated the Alternative for Germany (AfD) as a far-right organization, making it subject to surveillance.

The German Interior Ministry is still reviewing and withholding the annual subsidy for the AfD-affiliated Desiderius-Erasmus-Stiftung, despite a deadline set by the foundation.

The Cologne Administrative Court found no overall pattern of anti-constitutional efforts by the AfD, despite acknowledging individual extremist program points, raising questions about how these points are connected.

Německá tajná služba bude dál sledovat stranu Alternativa pro Německo (AfD), protože jsou v ní proudy, které se staví proti demokratickému zřízení země.

A German court decision regarding the Alternative for Germany (AfD) is a setback for the domestic intelligence agency (Verfassungsschutz), which will now need to provide more detailed arguments for classifying the party as right-wing extremist.

A German court has ruled that the German intelligence service (BfV) cannot classify the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as a proven right-wing extremist group, despite the agency's previous assessment.

The Alternative for Germany (AfD) party is under pressure in the Bundestag due to accusations of corruption and nepotism, drawing sharp criticism from other parties.

Internet users are sharing a video where German AfD party leader Alice Weidel allegedly harshly criticizes Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, calling him a 'talented swindler' and accusing him of various wrongdoings.

“The ministry lacks the legal authority to direct, restrain or halt NAFDAC from carrying out its statutory mandate,” the ministry said in court papers filed by its counsel, Jumoke Motilayo Falaye. The post NAFDAC alone has power to enforce sachet alcohol ban – Health ministry appeared first on Vanguard News.

Articles discuss the challenges for the AfD to form a government in Saxony-Anhalt and the broader question of whether Germany's democracy is resilient enough to handle extremist parties, referencing historical party bans.

Nigeria's NAFDAC has announced a recall of specific batches of Aptamil and Cow & Gate infant formula, clarifying that the recall does not affect products produced specifically for Nigeria, which meet Codex standards.

Columnist Harald Martenstein discusses the AfD program, the Bild newspaper, and the desirability of political debate in a podcast interview.

ECOWAS and the African Development Bank have inaugurated the board for the $15 billion Lagos–Abidjan highway project, a 1,028 km corridor aimed at boosting trade and development across five West African nations.

Martina Uhr, an AfD member of parliament, is facing exclusion from her state parliamentary group after it was revealed she employed her own partner and his daughter in her office, raising allegations of nepotism.

Wir leben nicht in einer „Konsensdemokratie“, wie sie immer wieder gerne beschworen wird. Es ist eine Magerdemokratie. Siehe Sachsen-Anhalt.

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Josh Safdie's sports drama 'Marty Supreme,' starring Timothée Chalamet as an intense table tennis champion, has already made Hollywood history with nine Oscar nominations.

The German AfD party is facing an internal crisis due to accusations of nepotism and corruption, with internal investigations underway and no clear resolution in sight.

New questionable employment relationships are being revealed daily within the AfD party, with an 85-year-old employee in the state parliament adding to the growing scandal.

Publisher Holger Friedrich has launched the 'Ostdeutsche Allgemeine Zeitung' (OAZ) to give a new voice to East Germany, but some critics fear its potential proximity to the Kremlin and the AfD party.

A German article discusses cronyism and the AfD's perspective, suggesting that those who exploit the state ultimately hold it in contempt.

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has warned healthcare providers, patients, and the public about the falsification and parallel importation of three batches of a NAFDAC-registered product: Dostinex 0.5mg Tablets. The post Beware of counterfeit Dostinex tablets, NAFDAC warns appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC) has announced it will host the ninth Astana Finance Days (AFD) 2026 forum in September, focusing on 'Delivering Impact. Capital in Action'.

Alice Weidel, co-chair of Alternative for Germany (AfD), stated that Viktor Orbán is the sole guarantee that Ukraine will not be admitted to the European Union, citing its failure to meet membership requirements, particularly regarding corruption.

Nigeria's NAFDAC has conducted a major operation in Lagos, seizing banned and fake cosmetic products valued at N3 billion, as part of efforts to combat illicit trade.

Marty Mauser has lost another critical match — but this time, it was in the awards game. Josh Safdie’s sports dramedy “Marty Supreme” left this year’s BAFTA ceremony with an unwelcome distinction, tyi

NAFDAC uncovers a warehouse with over ₦3 billion in banned and fake cosmetics in Lagos, including prohibited skin-lightening soaps. Learn about the seizure Read More: https://punchng.com/video-nafdac-seizes-banned-fake-cosmetics-worth-%e2%82%a63bn-in-lagos/

A hacker, Hugo, infiltrated a Russian disinformation campaign that spreads anti-Chancellor Friedrich Merz content online and supports the far-right AfD party, revealing the operations of 'KGB 2.0'.

ILOILO CITY — An international aquaculture research center based in the municipality of Tigbauan in Iloilo is working to develop sustainable farming techniques for spiny lobster (Panulirus ornatus) and evaluate its viability as a livelihood for coastal fishers in the Philippines. The Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center Aquaculture Department (SEAFDEC/AQD) has recognized the species, locally known

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The German far-right party AfD is facing accusations of representing Russian interests in parliament, with critics suggesting their questions align with those of Vladimir Putin.

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ISLAMABAD: A distri­­ct and sessions court on Tu­­esday directed the prosecution to ensure appearance of former prime minister Imran Khan at the next hearing either in person or through a video link, while extending his pre-arrest bail in five ca­­s­es, including the attem­p­ted murder of ex-minister Mohsin Shahnawaz Ranjha. Judge Muhammad Afzal Majoka restrained police from arresting the PTI founder in the said cases and also extended the pre-arrest bail of Bushra Bibi in one related matter. The hearing was adjourned till Feb 18. During the proceedings, the PTI founder Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi were represented by their legal team. However, despite earlier directions, the former prime minister could not be produced before the court through a video link. Owing to his absence and the unavailability of his counsel, Barrister Salman Safdar, arguments on the acquittal application could not be advanced. The court subsequently directed that the PTI fou­nder must appear at the next hearing either personally or via video link. The cases against the PTI founder stem from the May 9 incidents and incl­ude charges of attempted murder, submission of fake receipts and other offences. A separate case has also been registered against Bushra Bibi for allegedly submitting fake receipts. Also, Additional Distr­ict and Sessions Judge Amir Zia extended the interim bail of Bushra Bibi in a case related to the November 26 protest. Meanwhile, ATC Judge Tahir Abbas Sipra deferred indictment proceedings in the Sangjani Jalsa case due to the non-appearance of the accused PTI lawmakers. Published in Dawn, February 18th, 2026

IT has been a worrying week for the PTI as the news about Imran Khan’s health became public and dominated news headlines and private conversations. From the sketchy information that came out initially, it appeared that he had some problem with his eye and has lost up to 85 per cent of his vision in that eye. This was reported by lawyer Salman Safdar, after his court-appointed visit to Khan at Adiala jail, though there had been news reports about the matter earlier. According to Safdar, the percentage was communicated to Khan by the doctors who examined him. The government’s earlier reaction appeared a bit inexplicable. It took the government days to confirm the problem, after it had been reported in the media. And then it did nothing while the Supreme Court woke up to take notice, sending Safdar to the jail. Over the weekend, there were reports that a team of doctors had been sent to the jail to examine him, while his family and personal doctors continued to wait for access. As the family and party refused to accept the government’s decision of giving access to only certain individuals (rather than the family being allowed to choose the person) the examination was carried out at the jail by doctors without any relative present. The party is trying to build up pressure through protests and sit-ins, which seems to cause no sleepless nights to the government. This is so despite reports that KP is cut off from the rest of the country. The PTI is getting criticised for this though it is hard to understand why the federal government is ignoring it. To return to Adiala, this is a good time for a reminder that health issues, especially of imprisoned political prisoners, should not be downplayed or treated lightly. For this reason, the government should provide all help possible to Khan; this includes allowing his family and personal doctors access to him, so they can take decisions on his health, instead of the government making the call on which experts should conduct the examination and which family members can be present. This reeks of callousness. The reports of Khan’s ill health have added fuel to the talk of a probable deal. However, there is a political angle to this entire crisis. The reports of Khan’s ill health have added fuel to the talk of a probable deal or ‘dheel’, as it seems to share some parallels with the platelets issue which allowed Nawaz Sharif to be freed and flown to London. In fact, the question being asked again and again in Islamabad is if this is Platelets 2, implying that some backroom deal is being worked out. It is important to point out that the rumours did not just emerge as a result of health worries but also because of the events of the past couple of weeks where the cooperation between the federal and provincial governments improved. Once this happened, the allegations of drugs and other criminal activities directed at Chief Minister Sohail Afridi gave way to praise for his cooperation with Islamabad. So once the reports of the illness emerged, it simply lent credence to rumours that something was cooking. At the moment, it is hard for those of us who live away from Constitution Avenue to comment on these rumours with any authority. And beca­u­­se I would like to feel better about my ignorance, perhaps some of those living on Constitution Avenue may also be as ill-informed as the rest of us mortals. Despite this, there is much support for the idea of a deal. For many within the PTI think it would provide respite to Khan and others and allow them to bide their time for a return to power (as in the case of other politicians in the past). On the government side, it is seen as a way to bring some stability to the situation, allowing the focus to remain on the economy. But all of this ignores a larger issue, beyond the comfort of those in power and in the opposition. In other words, beyond the level of high politics, where the players tend to be the establishment, the parties and individuals, what will this deal bring to dissatisfied people who have been feeding into the popularity and stature of Khan? Indeed, it is this anger which has resurrected Khan and the PTI each time a fatal blow has been struck in the direction of the party in what is ‘high politics’. Be it the forcible exits from the PTI of the more well-known faces or the decision to deprive the party of its symbol — popular support for it has ensured that none of these steps proved sufficient. So it is perhaps worth asking what the impact of such a ‘deal’ would be. Suppose the deal does disillusion the supporters of Khan and undermines his popularity in a way similar to Nawaz Sharif and the PML-N. (The economy and its poor performance landed the second blow on N’s popularity.) And then what options will be left for the people to still stay engaged in electoral politics. Will they opt for other, smaller political parties? Or will they look around for more radical options? The point here is that the establishment needs to realise that it not going to be enough to win over politicians to its side; this is not what will make the system more stable. For the system to be more stable, it is not enough to quieten politicians such as Sharif or Khan and then revel in the decline of their popularity. For real stability, the anger of the people will have to be understood and then addressed through a more equitable economic system and by giving them a voice. Instead of focusing on high politics, it might help if for once attention were paid to the level at which people operate and exist. After all, electoral politics in Balochistan was tamed some time ago, but stability continues to be elusive. The writer is a journalist. Published in Dawn, February 17th, 2026

Germany's Interior Ministry is reviewing a report on the far-right AfD party, while the SPD continues to consider a ban, amidst ongoing political developments.

Green Party MP Till Steffen is still advocating for a ban on the AfD party in Germany and explains how a recent decision by Cologne judges might influence the process.

Im Verfahren gegen den AfD-Bundestagsabgeordneten Krah gibt es neue Durchsuchungen, dieses Mal bei Dritten.

The Cologne Administrative Court issued a temporary ruling that the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution (BfV) is not allowed to classify and treat the 'Alternative for Germany' (AfD) party as 'securely right-wing extremist' for now.

According to the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, NAFDAC is a statutory agency established under the NAFDAC Act with clearly defined regulatory and enforcement powers over food, drugs, and related products, including alcoholic beverages The post Sachet Alcohol Ban: Health ministry says it lacks power to stop NAFDAC enforcement appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

A German administrative court has ruled that the AfD party cannot be definitively classified as right-wing extremist, challenging the assessment by the domestic intelligence agency.

A German court ruled that intelligence agencies cannot label the AfD party as 'extremist,' a decision co-leader Alice Weidel hailed as a significant victory for democracy and the rule of law.

A Cologne court ruled that Germany's domestic intelligence agency cannot classify the Alternative for Germany (AfD) as a confirmed right-wing extremist organization.

Die Partei hat ein Verfahren gewonnen, wonach die Bundesbehörde zuerst den Ausgang des Hauptsachverfahrens abwarten muss.

A discussion in Germany questions the effectiveness of banning extremist parties, referencing historical precedents and the current context of the AfD.

South Korea has established a new commission tasked with uncovering and investigating cases of adoption fraud.

Court grants 7 days for all objections to be removed; Salman Safdar accuses Registrar of creating confusion

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The AfD's federal board is seeking to distance the party from its far-right fringe, with young politician Kevin Dorow facing expulsion for using historically charged slogans, escalating an internal power struggle.

An article from Sachsen-Anhalt discusses the state of democracy, arguing that the fight against the AfD is impoverishing it, and describes the current political climate as a 'lean democracy'.

The German Green party is warning that reforms to the heating law could jeopardize climate targets, while other news includes the CDU's stance against AfD cooperation and Scholz's biography plans.

AfD leader Alice Weidel has called nepotism allegations against her party 'baseless' and 'blown out of proportion,' while other parties demand clarification and accuse the AfD of taxpayer fraud.

The AfD leadership is facing accusations of nepotism and is implementing initial, albeit half-hearted, consequences to avoid unrest before upcoming elections.

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Dairy founder Theo Müller lost a court case against the organization Campact, which had put up posters claiming he supports the far-right AfD party. The Hamburg Regional Court ruled against Müller's attempt to ban the statement.

Clearway has detailed its strategy to reach $2.90–$3.10 in cash available for distribution (CAFD) per share by 2030, alongside expanding its partnerships with hyperscaler companies.

The AfD in Saxony-Anhalt has decided to form a commission to investigate allegations of nepotism within the party, opting for this measure instead of holding a special party conference that had been demanded by several members.

The AfD parliamentary group leadership has initiated disciplinary proceedings against Jan Wenzel Schmidt, an AfD politician from Saxony-Anhalt, potentially leading to his expulsion from the party.

Josh Safdie's sports drama 'Marty Supreme' left the BAFTA Awards without a single win, despite receiving 11 nominations, equaling a record for most defeats in one night.

Joshua Safdie's film 'Marty Supreme' made unwanted history at this year's British Academy Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) awards, failing to win any accolades despite receiving 11 nominations, thus equaling a negative record.

The AfD party held a rally in Rockenhausen, filling the Donnersberghalle with nearly a thousand attendees. Alice Weidel spoke about 'Remigration' and the party appeared unfazed by the relatives affair.

Thousands protested against AfD politician Björn Höcke at a party event in Dortmund, with larger protests anticipated in Düsseldorf.

Approximately 3,300 people demonstrated in Dortmund against the appearance of Björn Höcke, chairman of the Thuringian AfD, at the party's New Year's reception, despite the city's attempts to prevent the event.

In northern Mannheim, where many workers still reside, the Social Democrats are desperately campaigning to win back the votes of their traditional supporters ahead of the upcoming election, with some expressing intent to vote for the AfD.

While the Association of Family Businesses faced criticism for engaging with AfD representatives, regional Chambers of Industry and Commerce in East Germany have long held such discussions, stating they must address relevant issues.

A majority of Germans in Saxony-Anhalt reject dictatorship, with reactions to the AfD's recently presented government program highlighting issues in the German political debate.

Nigerian officials have sealed 18 warehouses in Niger state for storing expired non-alcoholic beverages, dairy products, candies, bottled water, and pasta, some of which had already been distributed.

Los Ángeles Azules, along with Luck Ra and Yami Safdie, have reached the No. 1 spot on the Regional Mexican Airplay chart with their song 'Si Sabes Contar,' marking Safdie's first Billboard chart-topper.

Descendants of the Jewish brothers who founded Simson, a moped company, are urging the far-right German party AfD to stop using their brand at events, calling the appropriation 'repulsive'.

The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party is embroiled in turmoil amid allegations of nepotism and weak leadership.