Nigeria News Digest: August 30, 2025

On August 30, 2025 Nigeria saw Rivers LG elections praised by Governor Wike, the end of Rivers' emergency rule, EFCC’s arrest of over 1,400 internet fraud suspects, a surge in the stock market, new CNG stations and a UNDP boost for SMEs.

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Health

Health experts debunk myths around masturbation, confirming no medical evidence linking the practice to prostate cancer or other serious physical ailments.

- premiumtimesng.com

The MNJTF Sector 3, supported by the AU and EU, conducted a 6-day free medical outreach in Borno, providing consultations and essential drugs to encourage displaced communities to return home.

- leadership.ng

Counterfeit sexual lubricants in Nigeria pose serious health risks, including infections and STDs, as they lose effectiveness quickly and are often sold in unregulated markets.

- punchng.com