Tag: Oman
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NDLEA uncovers UK, Oman, Dubai-bound drugs in body creams, vehicle engines
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), says it has thwarted attempt by a drug suspect, Igboma Ifeanyi to export quantities of Loud, a variant of Cannabis, Tramadol and Rohypnol. NDLEA spokesman, Mr Femi Babafemi disclosed
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COVID-19: Oman extends travel ban on Nigeria, 23 others
Middle East country Oman has extended the ban on international entries from Nigeria and 19 other countries to curb the further spread of coronavirus. This was stated in a statement issued by the Oman Government Communication Centre titled, ‘Update on travel restrictions related to COVID-19’. Other African countries affected are Tunisia, Ethiopia, Tanzania, South Africa,…
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Buhari mourns Sultan Qaboos of Oman
President Muhammadu Buhari has described the death of Sultan Qaboos Bin Said Al-Said of Oman as “a great loss not only to his country, but also the entire humanity. The Nigerian leader, in a condolence message by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Malam Garba Shehu, in Abuja on Sunday, lauded the Sultan’s…
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Oman declares 3-day mourning for late Sultan Qaboos
Oman has declared three-days of official mourning for long reigning Sultan Qaboos bin Said Al Said, who died after a battle with colon cancer. Flags will be flown at half staff for 40 days as part of the mourning. Oman’s Sultan Qaboos died on Friday evening, state media said early on Saturday without mentioning a…
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Oman’s Sultan Qaboos dies aged 79
Oman’s Sultan Qaboos died on Friday evening, the Diwan of Royal Court announced, declaring a three-day state of mourning. There had been speculation concerning the 79-year-old ruler’s health after he made a short trip to Belgium for medical reasons last month. His death was confirmed by the royal court in an obituary carried by state…