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MTN Chairman Mcebisi Jonas Denounces South African Xenophobia
MTN Group Chairman Mcebisi Jonas has publicly condemned xenophobic violence in South Africa, arguing that the country's economic future is deeply tied to the rest of the continent.
Bangor Auction House Faces Backlash Over Sale of Ancient Human Remains
A Bangor auction house is under fire from academics for listing 3,000-year-old Egyptian remains and an Indonesian trophy skull for sale, sparking a debate over the ethics of the human remains trade.
Cross River Correctional Service Investigates Claims of Ex-Convicts Occupying Facilities
Cross River correctional authorities have launched an inquiry into reports that former inmates are occupying agency-owned properties in Calabar South.
Benue State Prepares for Golden Jubilee Finale and Thanksgiving
Benue State is set to wrap up its 50th-anniversary celebrations this weekend in Makurdi with a series of public events and a thanksgiving service.
UNODC Reports Rising Insecurity in Nigeria Linked to Drug Trafficking
The UNODC has warned that increasing drug trafficking and the rise of synthetic substances are undermining security in Nigeria, calling for integrated and innovative government responses.
Two Scavengers Perish in Owerri Explosion, Police Open Inquiry
Two scrap metal collectors died following an explosion in a drainage channel in Owerri West, prompting an immediate police investigation.
Severe flooding isolates Lagos neighborhoods of Ajah and Mafoluku
Torrential rain in Lagos has submerged streets and homes in Ajah and Mafoluku, leaving residents trapped and calling for better drainage infrastructure.
Pilot killed in light aircraft crash close to Devon airfield
A female pilot has died after her light aircraft crashed onto a farm near Dunkeswell Aerodrome in Devon, prompting a multi-agency emergency response and an investigation.
NDLEA Promises Tougher Action Against Bauchi Drug Traffickers
The NDLEA in Bauchi State has seized over 2.2 tonnes of illegal drugs and secured 79 convictions in the last seven months, with the State Commander vowing to escalate efforts against local traffickers.
NDLEA Reports Rise in Cannabis Cultivation Within Adamawa State
The NDLEA has identified and destroyed three cannabis farms in Adamawa State, signaling a shift toward local production of illicit substances in the region.