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Kano Fire Service saves 16 lives, goods worth N70 million in April
The Kano State Fire Service on Friday said it saved 16 lives and goods worth N70 million from 86 fire outbreaks in the state in April.
Governor Lalong declares curfew as suspected herdsmen kill two soldiers, two cops
Two soldiers, two mobile policemen and about 23 others were on Wednesday killed by suspected Fulani herdsmen during a fierce battle at Dung Kasa, Rafiki and Dutse Kura communities in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Fire razes Imo deputy governor’s house, gas station
Fire on Wednesday and Thursday gutted five houses in different locations in Owerri, the Imo State capital, including that of the state’s Deputy Governor, Eze Madumere.
Fire kills eight, wounds 50 in northern Portugal
Fire ripped through a local community centre in northern Portugal late Saturday, killing eight people and injuring another 50, police said.
Osun records 121 fire outbreaks in 11 months
The Osun Fire Service on Tuesday said it recorded 121 fire outbreaks in the state between January and November.
Yuletide: Police in Oyo warn against use of explosive firecrackers
The Oyo State Police Command has warned residents of the state against the use of explosive fireworks such as banger, during this festive season.
Fire destroys N10m property at Abuja fun spot
Fire on Thursday razed a fun spot known as Quality Link Park in Wuse Zone VII, Abuja at about 11:00 a.m., destroying property worth more than N10 million.
Kano Fire Service saves 161 lives, N20m goods in September – official
The Kano State Fire Service said on Wednesday that about 161 lives were saved and goods worth N20 million rescued from 20 fire outbreaks recorded in September across the state.
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NAFDAC introduces video conferences to cut cost
The Director-General, National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, Prof. Moji Adeyeye, said she had introduced video conferences in the agency to cut cost.
England skipper Harry Kane scores stoppage time winner against Tunisia
Gareth Southgate's side missed a host of gilt-edged chances in the first half and were then frustrated by a resolute Tunisian side who looked to have claimed a vital point. But Kane popped up in the 91s minute to head England to victory from a corner.
Ex-President Jonathan starved NDDC of funds – Nsima Ekere
Managing Director of Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, Dr. Nsima Ekere, has stirred the hornet’s nest as he accused former President Goodluck Jonathan of poor funding of the interventionist agency during his administration, which lasted six years.
Philipp Lahm: Germany will rebound from Mexico loss
Philipp Lahm expects World Cup holders Germany to pull together after their 1-0 opening defeat at the hands of Mexico and to find "a common path towards the right solution" for their tactical problems.
Rivers council poll victory showcases Governor Wike’s performance – PDP
The Peoples Democratic Party says its victory in the just-concluded local government election held in Rivers State manifests the appreciation of the people for the performance of the state Governor, Chief Nyesom Wike.
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Four men docked for allegedly raping teenager
Four men, who allegedly raped a 15- year-old girl and impregnated her were on Thursday in Lagos remanded at Kirikiri Prisons by an Ikeja Magistrates’ Court.
Minister: President Buhari’ll sign 2018 budget Tuesday
President Muhammadu Buhari will assent to the 2018 budget, on Tuesday, according to Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed.
Police nab two suspected killers of Abuja socialite, 23 others for robbery
Men of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command have arrested two suspected killers of one Charity Aiyedogbon, who got missing in May 2016.
Chimamanda Adichie wins 2018 PEN Pinter Prize
A Nigerian writer, Chimamanda Adichie, is the winner of the 2018 PEN Pinter Prize.
Official: Diarrhoea kills six in Niger
The Executive Director, Niger state Primary Health Care Development Agency (SPHCDA), Yahaya Na’uzo, has confirmed the death of six out of the 43 people suffering from diarrhoea in three local government areas of the state.