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No immediate threat of floods in Nigeria – FG

August 26, 2023 AfricanGazette Comments Off

Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Prof. Joseph Utsev says there is no immediate threat of flooding, calling on the government at all levels to put measures in place to prevent flood emergencies. Utsev told newsmen […]

Petrol price surges to N1,150 per litre amid rising crude costs

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The price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly referred to as petrol, has skyrocketed to between N1,050 and N1,150 per litre across various parts of Nigeria. This significant hike follows an increase in rates by […]

Court rules FRSC cannot penalize drivers for faded number plates

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The Federal High Court in Lagos has ruled that the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) does not have the constitutional authority to arrest or penalize drivers for using vehicles with faded number plates. The judgment […]

10 remarkable health benefits of bitter leaf you should know

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Bitter leaf, scientifically known as Vernonia amygdalina, is a remarkable plant native to tropical Africa and widely celebrated for its distinctive taste and impressive medicinal properties. While its name stems from its bitter flavor, this […]

1 officer killed as suspected Yahoo boys ambush EFCC operatives in Anambra

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A team from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) faced a deadly attack in Anambra State on Friday, resulting in the death of one officer and leaving another critically injured. The officers were reportedly […]

Police launch manhunt for kidnappers of retired AIG Odumosu’s wife

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Operatives of the Nigerian police have intensified efforts to locate and rescue Mrs. Odumosu, wife of retired Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG) Hakeem Odumosu, who was abducted on Thursday night. According to a statement issued […]

FG, states, LGAs share N1.424tri revenue for December

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The Federal Government, state governments, and Local Government Areas (LGAs) have shared a total revenue of N1.424 trillion generated in December 2024, according to the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF). This […]

EFCC raids Yahoo academy in Benin, arrests 25 suspected internet fraudsters

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has apprehended 25 suspected internet fraudsters during a raid on a cybercrime training center, popularly known as a “Yahoo Academy,” in Benin City, Edo State. According to a […]

Works Minister, Umahi, orders removal of speed bumps on federal highways

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In a move to enhance traffic flow and reduce congestion, the Minister of Works, David Umahi, has directed the removal of speed bumps on federal highways across Nigeria. Umahi issued this directive during a two-day […]

PSC appoints Banji Lawal as Deputy Inspector-General of police for South-West

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The Police Service Commission (PSC) has named Mr. Banji Lawal as the new Deputy Inspector-General of Police (DIG), representing the South-West geopolitical zone in the Force Management Team. In a statement issued on Friday in […]