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At least three dead, others hospitalised after Maryland shooting
Three fatalities have been recorded with two people seriously injured in a shooting at an office park in Edgewood, Maryland, on Wednesday. The incident occurred at the office of Advanced…
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It was an act of evil | FG condoles with US over Las Vegas shooting
The Federal Government of Nigeria has condoled with the United States of America over the shootings at a country music concert in the Mandalay Bay Resort, Las Vegas, Nevada, on October…
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Who is Stephen Paddock? | The 64-year-old responsible for the deadliest mass shooting in US history
America has just witnessed what has been described as "deadliest mass shooting" in its history. More than 50 people have died while over 400 were left wounded after a gunfire…
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ISIS claims responsibility for Las Vegas concert attack
The Islamic State has claimed responsibility for the Las Vegas shooting which left 50 people dead and many others injured. According to the terrorist group, the gunman, Stephen Paddock converted…
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Over 50 people dead, suspect named: Everything we know about Las Vegas shooting
A mass shooting incident in Las Vegas has resulted in over 50 deaths and hundreds injured, here's everything you should know. How it occurred A lone gunman opened fire from…
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2 dead, over 20 wounded after shooting at Las Vegas music festival (WATCH)
At least two people have been killed and 24 others injured after automatic gunfire was heard at a country music festival in Las Vegas. Authorities have confirmed 12 people are…
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Police arrest five suspects over shooting of Lagos priest
The Lagos State Police Command has arrested five suspects over the shooting of Rev. Father, Daniel Nwankwo, at St. Thomas Catholic Church, Onilekekere, Cement on Friday. Spokesperson of the command,…
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BREAKING: One injured, many hostages taken in Charleston restaurant shooting
One person has been shot and many hostages taken after a disgruntled employee entered a Charleston restaurant with a gun Thursday afternoon, Charleston mayor John Tecklenburg told reporters. Charleston police…
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Anambra shooting was not a terror attack – Obiano
Anambra State governor, Willie Obiano has dismissed insinuations that the shooting of worshippers at St Philip’s Catholic Church, Ozubulu, was a terror attack. Leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra,…
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Abia speaker, wife must be prosecuted over shooting of our officials – FRSC
The Federal Road Safety Corps has said Police officers involved in the shooting of two of its officials in Abia, must be arrested and prosecuted. The Public Education Officer and spokesman…
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Two killed, 4 injured in German nightclub shooting
Two people have been killed and four others seriously injured in a shooting at a German nightclub, the police said. The 34-year-old suspect died after suffering life-threatening injuries in a…
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Steve Scalise discharged from hospital after almost 6 weeks
House Majority Whip Steve Scalise was discharged from the hospital Tuesday and has been moved to an intensive inpatient rehabilitation facility. In a statement released by MedStar Washington Hospital Center Wednesday,…
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At least 25 shot at Little Rock nightclub
About 28 people have been confirmed injured after gunfire was heard at the Power Ultra Lounge nightclub in Little Rock. Rapper Finesse 2Tymes was performing and had taken a break…
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Who is Henry Bello? The Nigerian doctor who opened fire on a New York hospital
A tragic shooting at the Bronx Lebanon hospital in New York on Friday left one person dead and six others severely wounded. The gunman has been identified as Henry Bello,…
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Senior Republican Steve Scalise transferred out of Intensive Care Unit
House Majority Whip Steve Scalise was transferred Thursday out of the intensive care unit at MedStar Washington Hospital Center following reports of “continued good progress” and is in fairly stable…
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Steve Scalise remains in critical condition | President Trump calls for prayers
Steve Scalise, the House Majority Whip who was shot by a gunman during a baseball practice in Virginia, Wednesday is in critical condition in a Washington hospital according to reports…
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Bernie Sanders condemns shooting by gunman who volunteered for his presidential campaign
Independent Senator Bernie Sanders condemned the shooting of Senior Republican Steve Scalise and his aides on Wednesday condemned as a "despicable act", the gunman who was killed during the shootout…
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Gunman who shot US Congressman was angry with President Trump
66-year-old James T. Hodgkinson, identified as the gunman who shot senior Republican Steve Calise and his aides at a baseball practice in Virginia Wednesday, was a big hater of conservatives…
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Who is Steve Scalise? | The US congressman who got shot during baseball practice today
News of a shooting in Northern Virginia, United States has just filtered into news sites. One of the victims of the attack has been identified as Steve Scalise, the House…
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President Trump reacts to shooting of US Congressman Steve Scalise
U.S President Donald Trump has reacted to the shooting of US Congressman Steve Scalise during a baseball practice in Viriginia early this morning. Trump tweeted; Press Secretary and Vice…
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President Trump’s response to North Park Elementary shooting is quite unusual
by Itunuoluwa Adebo On Monday, a lone gunman walked into North Park Elementary School in San Bernardino and shot his wife, Karen Elaine Smith, a teacher at the school, before…
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Husband shoots wife and then himself at San Bernardino’s North Park elementary
by Itunuoluwa Adebo A husband fatally shot his estranged wife in her classroom at San Bernardino, California's North Park Elementary School, on Monday before killing himself, according to the San…
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A mother was killed by a policeman in Onipanu, but Nigerians think Pepsi’s mockery of police brutality is okay
by Tolu Omoyeni Pepsi is the number one trending topic on Twitter today. The world, Nigerians inclusive, are reacting to a newly-released ad by the beverage company and while all…
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UPDATED: At least 3 dead in Lauderdale airport shooting
Three persons have reportedly been killed after a gunman opened fire in the baggage claim area of the Ford Lauderdale Airport in the United States. More than 9 injured victims…
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Just In: 2 children wounded in South Carolina school shooting
At least two children were wounded on Wednesday when a shooter stormed an elementary school in Townville, South Carolina, CNN reports. An EMS Director for Anderson County, Scott Stoller said patients are…
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2 killed, several others injured in Florida nightclub shooting
At least two people were killed and more than a dozen others injured in a shooting at a Florida nightclub, police said early Monday. The incident took place at Club…
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Police officer shoots LG chairman after ‘hearing strange voices’
The lesson from the story below is that - even your police security orderly may not be your friend. A police officer allegedly shot at Nkechi Chukwurah, the Chairman Ndokwa East Council…
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The Explainer: All you need to know about the Orlando shooting
More than 50 persons were on Sunday killed when a blood thirsty gunman attacked a gay club in Orlando, Florida in the United States. While investigations into the shooting are…
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Shi’ite to Buhari: ‘Admit it, you committed crimes against humanity’
The Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN), also known as Shi'ites, has accused President Muhammadu Buhari of delibrately ignoring their plight following the bloody clash between the group and military men…
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#BayelsaDecides: Shooting reported at Oporoma
Heavy shooting has been reported at Oporoma headquarters of Southern Ijaw local government area of Bayelsa state Residents have been forced to stay indoors in this area, ahead of accreditation…
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- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy