Morning recap: ‘Fake agency’ boss fights back, nutritionists warn against market-sliced vegetables, other top stories
August 23, 2026 8:16 am
George Nwabueze | Made in Nigeria website
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.
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.
In entertainment, Baba Suwe’s daughter has recalled his emotional final conversation before his death, while TikToker Mirabel has returned to social media months after undergoing rehabilitation in Ogun State.
1. ‘Fake agency’ boss fights back with appointment letter
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.
Read here: https://punchng.com/fake-agency-boss-fights-back-with-appointment-letter/
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/
3. Scavengers strip Lagos bridges, homes in widespread theft
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/
4. Baba Suwe told me he’d die, says late actor’s daughter
Halimat Omidina, the daughter and lastborn of late Yoruba actor Babatunde Omidina, popularly known as Baba Suwe, has recalled the emotional final conversation she had with her father before his death.
Read here: https://punchng.com/baba-suwe-told-me-hed-die-says-late-actors-daughter/
5. I survived, Mirabel returns to social media after Ogun rehab
Nigerian TikToker Nsikak Abigail, popularly known as Mirabel, has returned to social media months after leaving a rehabilitation programme in Ogun State. Her return marks her first known public updates since she was taken into police custody over a false rape allegation.
Read here: https://punchng.com/i-survived-mirabel-returns-to-social-media-after-ogun-rehab/
Samuel Omotere is an experienced journalist covering human interest stories, pop culture, and digital trends. He combines his background as a language graduate with a focus on sustainable digital storytelling.
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