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The Punch Nov 24, 2024

Midnight Fire Outbreak Leaves Plateau Market Traders Homeless Overnight.

A midnight fire broke out at the Timber market in Katoto community, Jos North Local Government Area, destroying property and livelihoods of local traders in Plateau State. The incident has left many residents without a source of income, according to eyewitnesses.

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The Punch Nov 24, 2024

Wrongly Jailed for 10 Years: Young Man Speaks Out Against Kirikiris Dark Past

A young Nigerian man was wrongly jailed for 10 years after being falsely accused of robbery, but has now been released on a plea bargain, freeing him from Kirikiri Medium Correctional Centre in 2014.

The Punch Nov 24, 2024

Northern Nigerias Discos Lose Estimated 74 Billion Naira Due to Power Blackouts

Northern Nigerian discos have lost an estimated N74 billion due to consistent blackouts in the region between July and September, according to recent data. The blackouts resulted in significant losses for electricity distribution companies in the area.

The Punch Nov 24, 2024

N197bn Contract Scandal Exposed by Auditor-Generals Report

Auditor-General uncovers widespread contract fraud in MDAs worth over N197 billion. The irregular payments are linked to various ministries, departments, and agencies across the country.