Evening recap: US halts routine visa processing in Abuja, FG unveils herbal medicines for cancers, hepatitis B, other top stories

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The Federal Government has unveiled seven new herbal medicines for major health conditions, including cancers and hepatitis B.

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The United States will stop routine visa processing at its Abuja embassy and 24 other African missions from August 1.

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A 28-year-old widow was allegedly locked out of her home by her father-in-law days after her husband’s death.

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PUNCH Online curates these and other headlines dominating Wednesday evening.

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FG unveils seven herbal medicines for cancers, hepatitis B, others

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In a major push for local innovation, the Federal Government unveiled seven herbal medicines developed by the Nigeria Natural Medicine Development Agency for prostate cancer, colorectal cancer, peptic ulcer, hypertension, high cholesterol and hepatitis B.

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Minister Kingsley Udeh performed the unveiling in Lagos and discussed commercialisation with pharmaceutical stakeholders.

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US to stop routine visa processing at Abuja embassy, 24 other African missions

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The US Department of State announced the suspension of routine visa processing at the Abuja embassy and 24 other missions across Africa starting August 1, 2026, to centralise services in regional hubs for better security and efficiency.

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PFIPC probe: Reps declare self-acclaimed DG’s appointment letter fake

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The House of Representatives Ad Hoc Committee has declared the appointment letter presented by the self-acclaimed Director-General of the Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council as fake.

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Committee Chairman Yusuf Gagdi made the declaration during the ongoing investigative hearing.

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Father-in-law locks out 28-year-old widow eight days after husband’s death

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A 28-year-old widow identified as Tosin was allegedly locked out of her matrimonial home in Ikorodu, Lagos, by her father-in-law just eight days after her husband’s death.

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The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency confirmed the arrest of the alleged perpetrator amid claims of intimidation and dispossession.

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Saheed is a journalist at Punch Newspapers with over two years of experience covering metro, technology, sports, politics, and human-interest stories. He focuses on producing clear, engaging reports across diverse beats. Saheed’s work reflects hands-on newsroom experience and a commitment to accurate and balanced journalism.

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