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Lagos State Government urges public to be careful with flammable items after Ibadan explosion

The Lagos State Government has issued a warning to the general public to avoid careless handling and storage of flammable items that could pose a threat to safety, following the deadly explosion that rocked the city of Ibadan on Tuesday. The explosion, which was caused by explosives stored by illegal miners in a residential area, Read More…

Health Metro Top Story

LASCOPA issues warning after viral video exposes unsanitary practices in plantain chips processing

The Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA) has raised an alarm regarding the safety of fried plantains, commonly known as “Plantain Chips,” urging consumers to exercise caution due to recent revelations of unwholesome practices in their processing. In a statement released today, LASCOPA expressed deep concern following a viral online video that captured a plantain Read More…

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Crime Financial Crimes Nigeria Top Story

‘Protect your ATM card, scammers on the prowl,’ EFCC warns

The EFCC Head of Media and Publicity, Mr Dele Oyewale, cautioned the public about ATM swap fraudsters, stating that the commission had received numerous complaints concerning the issue. Oyewale, in a statement released in Ibadan and provided to newsmen, highlighted the EFCC’s investigations linking unauthorised bank withdrawals to Automated Teller Machine (ATM) debit card swapping Read More…

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Business Consumer Life Shopping Top Story

FCCPC issues warning on surge of fake online stores during ‘Black Friday’ sales

Mr. Babatunde Irukera, the Executive Vice Chairman of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), has cautioned consumers about an impending surge in counterfeit online stores aiming to deceive shoppers during the ‘Black Friday’ sales frenzy. In a statement released Thursday in Abuja, Irukera highlighted the FCCPC’s receipt of credible intelligence indicating a projected Read More…