Customs in Kaduna seizes unregistered alcoholic beverages and other contraband
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Customs in Kaduna seizes unregistered alcoholic beverages and other contraband

In Kaduna, the Nigeria Customs Service, Federal Operations Unit, Zone “B” has confiscated approximately 98 contraband items, including unregistered alcoholic beverages, over the course of two months. During a press briefing on Thursday, the Comptroller of the zone, Dalha Chedi, made this revelation. Operatives of the zone conducted various seizures of goods between February 17 and March 28, amounting to a Duty Paid Value (DPV) of N769.465. During the review period, a total of 98 seizures were made, comprising 21 different items, such as contraband foreign parboiled rice, used foreign shoes, petroleum products, vehicles, and pasta. Chedi stated that the seized items included foreign parboiled rice, spaghetti, macaroni, couscous, secondhand clothing, premium motor spirit, refined vegetabl...
Abuja Sees 26% Decline in Cement Prices
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Abuja Sees 26% Decline in Cement Prices

In the Federal Capital Territory, the price of a 50kg bag of cement has seen a notable decrease ranging between 22% to 26% over the past five weeks. During a recent market survey conducted by NewsNow in areas like Jabi, Area 10, Kubwa, Lugbe, Utako, Lifecamp, and Gwarimpa, it was found that both Dangote and BUA cement prices have dropped to N7,800 and N11,000 per 50kg bag, down from N10,000 and N15,000 respectively on February 16, 2024. Retailer Rukiyat Abdullahi from Kubwa mentioned to NewsNow that Dangote cement is now priced at N7,800, while BUA is selling at N11,000 per bag. Yinka Adebayo, another retailer in Gwarimpa, also confirmed the price drop, stating, “We are now offering Dangote cement at N7,800 per bag and BUA at N11,000, down from the previous N10,000 and N15,000 just ...
Portugal’s Finest Player as per Brassell isn’t Ronaldo, but Silva
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Portugal’s Finest Player as per Brassell isn’t Ronaldo, but Silva

As per European soccer pundit Andy Brassell, Bernardo Silva has been declared Portugal's top player, leaving Cristiano Ronaldo in the shadow. The current club of Silva is Manchester City, while Ronaldo plays for Al-Nassr. During an interview with talkSPORT, Brassell remarked: "Roberto Martinez has a variety of choices available. The Portuguese squad boasts immense talent, and I believe individuals comprehend if he opts for those choices. "I believe Cristiano Ronaldo now comprehends that there will be occasions when he starts, while at times he will be among the squad players, and he must come to terms with this reality. "The fascinating aspect is that, in the past, criticizing Ronaldo in Portugal would have been deemed unacceptable two or three years ago. However, currently, I feel the ...
Shocking Incident of Three Boys Gang-Raping 14-Year-Old Girl in Delta Community
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Shocking Incident of Three Boys Gang-Raping 14-Year-Old Girl in Delta Community

Reports have surfaced of a distressing incident where three boys allegedly carried out a brutal gang rape and defilement of a fourteen-year-old girl in Otor-Udu Community, located in the Udu Local Government Area of Delta State. The harrowing event took place on Monday, March 18, as confirmed by sources. Prior to the arrival of law enforcement and a human rights advocate for their apprehension, the perpetrators had absconded from their residences. Accounts suggest that the victim, who was on her way back from school, was beckoned by one of the boys, known as Brorien, a familiar figure in the vicinity. Subsequently, two other individuals, Dickson and Takebwebu, purportedly coerced her into a dwelling, where they subjected her to gang rape and defilement. Following the reprehensible orde...
Concerns from Afenifere Regarding the Tragic Deaths of Soldiers and Police in Delta State
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Concerns from Afenifere Regarding the Tragic Deaths of Soldiers and Police in Delta State

In a situation that unfolded just 11 days ago, gunmen viciously took the lives of 17 soldiers and six policemen separately in Delta State. This appalling incident has raised alarms for the Pan-Yoruba socio-cultural and political organization, Afenifere. These security personnel fell victim to ambushes by unidentified assailants in the state, resulting in a devastating toll of 23 lives lost. In a posthumous acknowledgment, President Bola Tinubu commended the bravery of the soldiers and pledged to cover the educational expenses of the deceased military members' children. Afenifere, through a statement endorsed by its National Publicity Secretary, Jare Ajayi, expressed gratitude for the President's gesture. The organization also highlighted that banditry has continued to thrive and evolve...
Kaduna Commissioner: 32,297 Tuberculosis Cases Recorded in 2023
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Kaduna Commissioner: 32,297 Tuberculosis Cases Recorded in 2023

In 2023, Kaduna State detected a total of 32,297 tuberculosis cases, showcasing an improvement in both detection rates and prevention efforts against the disease, according to the State's Commissioner for Health, Umma Kaltume-Ahmed. This statement was made during a press briefing held in Kaduna to mark the 2024 Tuberculosis Day. The Commissioner highlighted that the state saw an increase in tuberculosis case identification from 21,557 in 2022 to 32,297 in 2023, signifying a notable enhancement in case discovery compared to the previous year. She credited this progress to the enhanced backing received by the Tuberculosis program from the state government and its partners in development. Under the 2024 World TB Day theme, 'Yes, We Can End TB,' with the slogan, 'No Gree For TB, Check Am ...
ECOWAS expresses concerns over inadequate power supply and high tariffs
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ECOWAS expresses concerns over inadequate power supply and high tariffs

The Economic Community of West African States has raised concerns about the insufficient electricity generation, high tariffs, and limited access to energy in the region. During a weekly press conference in Abuja on Thursday, the ECOWAS Commissioner for Infrastructure, Energy, Mines, Water Resources, Digitalisation, and Postal Services, Sediko Douka, highlighted the critical role of infrastructure in development. Douka noted, "The energy sector, a key focus area for ECOWAS, currently has a total installed production capacity of 25,421 GW, predominantly from thermal sources (77%), hydroelectric sources (22%), and solar/wind sources (1%). The electrification rate has risen from 45% in 2019 to an average of 53% in 2023. ...
Major News: Secondus, Sekibo and others show solidarity for Tinubu and Fubara
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Major News: Secondus, Sekibo and others show solidarity for Tinubu and Fubara

In an unexpected turn of events, Uche Secondus, former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, along with key members of the Presidential Campaign Council in Rivers State for the upcoming 2023 general elections, have announced their backing for President Bola Tinubu and the governor of the state, Siminalayi Fubara. During a press conference in Port Harcourt on Thursday, Dr. Abiye Sekibo, the former Minister of Transportation and Director-General of PDP-PCC Rivers State, officially revealed this declaration. Among the notable figures present at the briefing were Austin Opara, former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives; Celestine Omehia; Tele Ikuru, the former Deputy Governor of the state; Senator Lee Maeba; and Dr. Gabriel Pidomson, former Secretary to the Rivers ...
Two Individuals Sentenced to Jail for Vandalizing EEDC Property, Police Arrest Four Suspects
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Two Individuals Sentenced to Jail for Vandalizing EEDC Property, Police Arrest Four Suspects

Two individuals, Chinonso Chinaemelu (27) and Okoye Chisom Christian (20), have been sentenced to one-year imprisonment by the Federal High Court of Nigeria in Awka, Anambra State. They were convicted for vandalizing a distribution substation owned by the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company PLC, EEDC. Emeka Ezeh, the Head of Corporate Communications at EEDC, announced this development in a statement released on Thursday. The arrests occurred on November 29, 2023, when the Abatete local vigilante group apprehended the culprits while they were in the process of vandalizing the substation in their vicinity. During the same week, a couple known as Mr. and Mrs. Ebuka Umeh was also taken into custody by members of the Isuorji community neighborhood security in Orlu, Imo State. They wer...
Exciting News for EPL Fans: Brentford’s Onyeka Given Green Light to Play Against Manchester United
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Exciting News for EPL Fans: Brentford’s Onyeka Given Green Light to Play Against Manchester United

Great news for Brentford supporters as Frank Onyeka has been given the go-ahead to take on Manchester United this coming Saturday, as reported by NewsNow. Having had to depart Nigeria's squad following the recent friendly match against Ghana, Onyeka's return is eagerly anticipated after addressing a personal issue. Reports from The Standard suggest that the midfielder is set to be part of Brentford's lineup as they prepare to face Manchester United at the Gtech Community Stadium. This development serves as a morale booster for the Bees in their ongoing fight against relegation. Since his comeback from the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations just last month, the 26-year-old has been a consistent presence in Brentford's lineup. With 22 league games already under his belt this season unde...