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Driver killed, 3 JAMB candidates abducted on Kaduna highway
17Mar By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Driver killed, 3 JAMB candidates abducted on Kaduna highway

The Kaduna State Police Command has reported the tragic incident of the death of a driver and the abduction of three candidates of the Joint Admissions and Matriculations Board (JAMB) examination along the Kaduna-Birnin Gwari highway. The JAMB candidates were taken captive, along with a minor, a one and a half-year-old girl. The students, identified as Yusuf Sani, Ummi Sani, and Umairah Mustapha, were on their way back to Birnin Gwari after taking part in their examination in Kaduna. ASP Mohammed Jalige, the Kaduna Police Spokesperson, confirmed the distressing occurrence in a statement to Daily Trust, saying, "Yes, they killed the driver of the vehicle and abducted four persons in the car. Three of the victims were teenagers who went to write JAMB and their baby sister." The late driv...
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A Fatal Incident on the Kaduna Highway: Driver Killed, 3 JAMB Candidates Abducted
17Mar By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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A Fatal Incident on the Kaduna Highway: Driver Killed, 3 JAMB Candidates Abducted

Confirmation has been received from the Kaduna State Police Command regarding the tragic death of a driver and the abduction of three candidates of the Joint Admissions and Matriculations Board (JAMB) examination along the Kaduna-Birnin Gwari highway.   Alongside the JAMB candidates, a minor of one and a half-year-old was also taken captive. The three prospective undergraduates, named Yusuf Sani, Ummi Sani, and Umairah Mustapha, were on their way back to Birnin Gwari after completing their examination in Kaduna on Saturday.   ASP Mohammed Jalige, the spokesperson for the Kaduna Police, confirmed the incident to Daily Trust, stating,    “Yes, they killed the driver of the vehicle and abducted four persons in the car. Three of the victims were teenagers who went to write JAMB and thei...
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Chad Takes Precautionary Measures by Closing Airports in Response to Coronavirus
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Chad Takes Precautionary Measures by Closing Airports in Response to Coronavirus

Although Chad has not recorded any cases of COVID-19, the government has taken the proactive step of closing all airports to incoming flights for a period of two weeks to prevent potential spread of the virus. The decision, announced on Monday, is part of the government's efforts to safeguard the country from the global outbreak. The airport closure, slated to commence at midnight on Thursday, excludes flights carrying essential goods. Additionally, Chadians living overseas who intend to return home are urged to do so within the specified timeframe. The government has emphasized that while the land borders remain operational, those with Sudan and the Central African Republic are exceptions due to pre-existing closures resulting from conflicts in those regions. In further measures to...
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Chad Takes Preemptive Measures to Protect Against Coronavirus
17Mar By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Chad Takes Preemptive Measures to Protect Against Coronavirus

Amid the absence of any reported cases of COVID-19, the Chadian government has made the decision to temporarily close its airports to all flights in an effort to prevent the potential spread of the virus.   The two-week measure, set to begin at midnight on Thursday, was announced by the government on Monday.   It was clarified in the statement that the restriction excludes flights transporting goods.   The government has urged Chadians residing abroad to return to the country within the specified timeframe.   "The land borders remain open apart from those with Sudan and the Central African Republic," the government stated. These borders had been closed prior to the outbreak in China in December.   Additionally, the government emphasized its intention to "strictly limit movement out...
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Eric B.’s Daughter, Erica Barrier, Passes Away Following Car Crash
17Mar By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Eric B.’s Daughter, Erica Barrier, Passes Away Following Car Crash

Erica Barrier, daughter of the renowned producer Eric B, tragically passed away after sustaining severe injuries in a car accident on Monday, March 16, in Connecticut. Notably, a post on Instagram from Jamie Foster Brown, the publisher of Sister 2 Sister, reported that Barrier had suffered a broken neck and spine, leading to her admission into the intensive care unit at Hartford Hospital in Connecticut. Foster Brown's IG post read: "Twenty-eight-year-old Erica Supreme Barrier, the daughter of music legend Eric Barrier (Eric B), is in extremely critical condition this morning after a horrific car crash in Connecticut. This occurred when an 18-wheeler rolled over her vehicle at approximately 1 am in Hartford. Investigators ar...
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Eric B.’s daughter Erica Barrier tragically dies in car accident
17Mar By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Eric B.’s daughter Erica Barrier tragically dies in car accident

The music world mourns the loss of Erica Barrier, daughter of the renowned producer Eric B., who tragically passed away following serious injuries sustained in a car accident on March 16 in Connecticut.   According to an Instagram post from publisher Jamie Foster Brown of Sister 2 Sister, Barrier sustained a broken neck and spine, leading to her admission to the intensive care unit at Hartford Hospital in Connecticut.   Foster Brown's IG post read: "Twenty Eight year old, Erica Supreme Barrier, the daughter of music legend Eric Barrier ( Eric B) is in extreme critical condition this morning after a horrific car crash in Connecticut. This after an 18 wheeler rolled over her vehicle at approximately 1am in Hartford. Investigators are still piecing together the exact cause of the cras...
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Government advises Senior Citizens and Imposes Travel Ban to Combat Spread of Coronavirus
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Government advises Senior Citizens and Imposes Travel Ban to Combat Spread of Coronavirus

Amidst the global battle against the Coronavirus pandemic, the Federal government has issued a directive for Senior citizens and individuals with pre-existing medical conditions to remain at home.   During a press briefing today, the Minister of Health, Osagie Ehanire, emphasized the vulnerability of elderly individuals to the virus based on recent studies. At the press briefing, Ehanire stated,   “It is important to note that many people who are infected with coronavirus will experience only mild symptoms and recover without incident. Of great concern are those with existing underlying medical conditions and senior citizens, who are known to be more vulnerable. We strongly advise these citizens to stay more at home. All Nigerians are required to continue taking necessary precaution...
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Tom Brady bids farewell to the New England Patriots
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Tom Brady bids farewell to the New England Patriots

Tom Brady, the legendary American football quarterback, has declared his departure from the New England Patriots after an illustrious 20-year career, which saw him clinch six Super Bowl victories, nine AFC titles, 219 wins, and three Most Valuable Player awards.   The 42-year-old, now a free agent, took to Twitter on Tuesday to make the announcement, refraining from disclosing his future destination.   In a heartfelt statement, he conveyed his gratitude, saying, "To all my teammates, coaches, executives, Coach Belichick, RKK, and the Kraft family and the entire organization...I want to say thank you for the past twenty years of my life and the daily commitment to winning and creating a winning culture built on ...
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Update on Italian man with Coronavirus: Lagos Health Commissioner, Prof Abayomi
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Update on Italian man with Coronavirus: Lagos Health Commissioner, Prof Abayomi

According to Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Prof Akin Abayomi, the Italian national who is Nigeria’s first confirmed case of coronavirus still has traces of the virus and will continue to be isolated until all test results show negative.   During a press briefing, Abayomi stated that the Italian's health is improving, but for public safety, he will remain at the Infectious Disease Hospital, Yaba. “The Italian's condition continues to improve. However, our recent test results indicate that he still has the potential to spread the virus. It is global practice to await two consecutive negative test results 48 hours apart before discharging a coronavirus patient. Additional tests on his lung and urine secretions are planned. Once he tests nega...
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Supreme Court Delays Ruling on Zamfara Election
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Supreme Court Delays Ruling on Zamfara Election

An appeal lodged by the All Progressives Congress (APC) seeking a review of the Supreme Court's judgement on the Zamfara election has had its judgement reserved by the court.   Representing the ex-Governor Abdulazeez Yari's faction of the APC, their counsel Robert Clarke (SAN) brought the application for review. This was in relation to the apex court's consequential order that nullified the APC's total votes in the election due to the party's October 3, 2018 primary. In response, counsel to the Senator Kabiru Marafa-led faction of the APC, Mike Ozekhome (SAN), urged the court to dismiss the application and impose punitive costs.   Ozekhome argued that the Supreme Court's decision is final and not subject to review. He supported his assertion by referencing recent cases in Bayelsa and...
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