Author: Bayo Millz
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FRSC confirms 5 dead in Osun road accident
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Osun Sector Command, has confirmed the death of five persons in an accident that occurred on Ife-Ilesa highway on Saturday. This is contained in a statement by the FRSC spokesperson in the state, Mrs Agnes Ogungbemi, in Osogbo.
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NCDC raises alarm over life-threatening impact of antimicrobial resistance
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has raised alarm over the life-threatening impact of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Dr Jide Idris, Director-General, NCDC raised the alarm in an interview with NAN on Saturday in Abuja.
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Only APC exists in Ebonyi, no opposition – Umahi
The Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, declared on Saturday that there is no opposition party in Ebonyi aside from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Umahi stated this made during a grand civic reception held in his honour by the Okposi-Okwu in Ohaozara Local Government Area.
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Police debunk Lagos explosion claims
The Police Command in Lagos State has debunked claims circulating on social media regarding an alleged explosion incident in the state. The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State, Olohundare Jimoh, dismissed the report in a statement on
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Support and align with Tinubu – Fubara sends Easter message to Rivers people
The suspended Rivers Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has extended warm Easter greetings to the people of Rivers, urging them to continue supporting the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu. Fubara made the remark in a statement issues by his Press Secretary, Mr Nelson Chukwudi, in Port Harcourt on Saturday.
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Gov. Alia confirms 56 bodies recovered after Easter attacks
Gov Hyacinth Alia of Benue said 56 bodies have been recovered in Ugondo, Logo and Tyuluv, Gbagir in Ukum LGAs following the coordinated attacks on the communities by suspected armed herdsmen. Alia disclosed this when he visited Logo and Ukum LGAs on Saturday for an on-the spot assessment of the
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NDLEA pushes for drug tests on NYSC members
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) is advocating for mandatory drug testing for all prospective members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). NDLEA Chairman, retired Brig.-Gen. Buba Marwa (Rtd), said the agency is tackling drug abuse by promoting
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Raphinha’s 98th-minute penalty wins thriller for Barca
Raphinha scored a penalty in the eighth minute of injury time as La Liga leaders Barcelona completed a remarkable comeback to beat Celta Vigo 4-3. The Brazil forward scored with almost the last kick of the game after a video assistant referee review ruled
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Man City strike twice late on to beat Everton
Manchester City remain on track to qualify for next season’s Champions League after winning at Everton with two late goals. An uninspiring contest looked to be heading for a drab draw before being brought to life with six minutes
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Defence minister promises to end killings in Plateau
Alhaji Mohammed Badaru, Minister of Defence, on Saturday visited communities that were recently attacked by gunmen in Bassa Local Government Area (LGA) of Plateau. Recall that on April 2, gunmen attacked Hurti, Josho, Daffo, and other communities in Manguna District of the locality.