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Ondo govt links naming ceremonies to 29 deaths from ‘Monkey Tail’ consumption

Ondo govt links naming ceremonies to 29 deaths from ‘Monkey Tail’ consumption

By Dayo Johnson Akure The Ondo State Government has confirmed that 29 people died from the consumption of local herbal alcoholic mixtures, commonly called “monkey tail” in Odigbo council area of the state. Health Commissioner, Dr Banji Ajaka, said weekend that there were 60 suspected cases linked to two naming ceremonies. He said the fatality […]
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Kerosine racket: NNPC’s way of turning relief into nightmare

Kerosine racket: NNPC’s way of turning relief into nightmare

Nigeria is one of the world’s largest producers of crude oil which supposes that kerosene, a by-product, predominantly used by millions of our people as the cheapest energy for domestic cooking, suddenly became a scarce commodity as the price went beyond the reach of most ordinary citizens.

Nigerians lament as kerosene price soars

Nigerians lament as kerosene price soars

Despite claims by the Federal Government that the price of kerosene has been subsidized, the masses cannot get the product at the subsidised price. Saturday Vanguard sought the views of Nigerians, as they bare their minds on the issue.

Male folks constitute higher traffic offenders in Lagos State – LASDRI boss

Male folks constitute higher traffic offenders in Lagos State – LASDRI boss

Mr. Ayodeji Peters Oyedokun, is the Chief Executive Officer CEO, LASDRI, Olasunkanmi Akoni, recently visited Oshodi centre and had a chat with him with focus on the update of the on-going re-certification exercise of all commercial vehicle drivers and conductors operating in the state as well as other transport related issues in the state.