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Day: May 15, 2024

What makes the AK-47 so popular

The AK-47, also known as the Kalashnikov, is arguably the most famous firearm in the world. Its widespread use, durability, and effectiveness in various conditions have made it a weapon of choice for military forces, insurgents, and civilians alike. But what exactly makes the AK-47 so popular? This article delves into the key factors contributing…

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EFCC recovers POS machine, cars from suspected internet fraudsters in Enugu

Items recovered from them include; three cars, mobile phones, laptops, one Point-of-Sale (POS) machine and several incriminating documents. Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Enugu Zonal Command have arrested 23 suspected internet fraudsters in Enugu State. EFCC’s Spokesman, Dele Oyewale, said this in a statement on Wednesday in Abuja. He said that…

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Slovakian PM in life-threatening condition after being shot

A Reuters witness heard three or four shots as Fico exited a building to shake hands with a crowd of people who had been waiting to greet him. Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico suffered life-threatening injuries when he was shot and wounded in an attempted assassination on Wednesday, the government office said. Slovak media said…

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We’re reconstituting universities governing councils – FG appeals to ASUU

NAN reports that ASUU had said that it would no longer tolerate the pervasive non-reinstatement or reconstitution of Governing Councils in public universities. The National Universities Commission (NUC) has appealed to the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) for calm as the Federal Government is working toward reconstituting governing councils in the universities. The Executive…

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Worker electrocuted while refilling chiller with water at Lagos factory

The spokesperson said the victim was immediately rushed to a private hospital at Isolo, where he was later referred to Isolo General Hospital. The Police Command in Lagos State has confirmed the electrocution of a casual worker at a factory in the Isolo area of the state. The command’s spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed this…

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Nigeria’s inflation rate hits 33.69% in April

The NBS said on a month-on-month basis, the core inflation rate was 2.20 per cent in April 2024. The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), says Nigeria’s headline inflation rate increased to 33.69 per cent in April 2024. The NBS said this in its Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Inflation Report for April, which was released…

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Lagos govt to empower 1 million youths with ICT skills

Ogunlende expressed concern over its increasing rate among the younger generation, noting that many were introduced to it early due to peer pressure. The Lagos State Government has announced an initiative in which it would partner with an international organisation to provide opportunities in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) for one million youths. The Commissioner…

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Labour blasts FG over N48k minimum wage proposal, walks out of negotiations

The labour unions gave the Federal Government till the end of the month to arrive at a decision. The labour unions comprising the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) have blasted the Federal Government for proposing N48,000 as the new national minimum wage, describing the offer as ridiculous. As a result, the…

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Bishop Kukah defends Tinubu’s govt, says 1 year not enough to judge

Kukah urged the Federal Government to ensure better living conditions and security of the citizens. Right Reverend Matthew Kukah, the Bishop of Sokoto Catholic Diocese and Founder of the Kukah Centre, has made a case for President Bola Tinubu’s administration, noting that one year isn’t sufficient to judge performance. Bishop Kukah made this known while…

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Twitter user receives threat after cryptic prayer for retired policeman

The netizen received a threatening message, instructing him to take down the post or be ready to sleep in jail. A Twitter (now X) user has allegedly been threatened with jail following his cryptic comments about a police officer, who is celebrating his retirement from service. The netizen, whose username is @W_M_T_V_ on the microblogging…

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