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Voluntary Manslaughter Charge Dropped for Brandizzo Disaster

Ivrea: The Ivrea prosecutor’s office announced the conclusion of its investigation into the tragic incident at Brandizzo station near Turin, which occurred on August 30, 2023. During this disaster, five workers on the tracks were fatally struck by a train traveling at 160 km per hour. According to Ansa News Agency, 21 individuals and three […]

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Ruggiero-Piccoli Secure Silver in Women’s Duet Free Artistic Swimming at World Championships

Singapore: Italy’s Lucrezia Ruggiero and Enrica Piccoli claimed the silver medal in the women’s duet free artistic swimming event at the world aquatics championships held in Singapore on Thursday. The duo achieved a score of 278.7137 points, placing them second behind Spain’s Lilou Lluis Valette and Iris Thio Casas, who secured the gold with 282.6087 […]

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NITDA Reaffirms Support for Nigerian Startups with Global Market Ambitions

Abuja: The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has reiterated its commitment to advancing Nigerian startups onto global platforms, aiming to ensure the sustainability of their innovative efforts. This was highlighted by Malam Kashifu Inuwa, Director-General of NITDA, during the North Central roadshow in Abuja, which served as a precursor to the Gulf International Technology […]

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NAF Airstrikes Eliminate 95 Terrorists in Niger

Abuja: The Air Component of Operation Fasan Yamma has successfully eliminated no fewer than 95 terrorists in major airstrikes around Ragada and Warari villages in Rijau Local Government Area of Niger. A credible intelligence source revealed to the News Agency of Nigeria that the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) fighter jets intercepted the terrorists on their […]

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Court Strikes Out EFCC Charge Against Oba Otudeko and Others

Lagos: A Federal High Court in Lagos has dismissed charges brought by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) against Oba Otudeko, the Chairman of the Honeywell Group, and others involved in the case. Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke struck out the charges following the EFCC’s notification to the court that a full settlement had been reached […]