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Federal Government Tightens Ebola Screening

The Federal Government has raised concerns over reported breaches of Ebola screening protocols at the nation’s entry points. The government has ordered security agencies to tighten surveillance and ensure strict compliance with measures designed to prevent the spread of the deadly virus.

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Meanwhile, rising global crude oil prices threaten another petrol price hike in Nigeria. The latest rally in crude prices comes as depot owners sell petrol at high prices.

A further increase in the cost of crude could put additional pressure on domestic petrol prices.

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