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Man Dies In Tragic Accident Outside Eagle Square In Abuja
A tragic accident that happened outside Eagle Square in Abuja on Saturday (today) claimed the life of one Aondona Andrew Adure, a native of Ukum Local Government Area in Benue State, Naija News learnt.
The younger brother of the deceased, Mathias Adure, spoke to journalists on the telephone lamenting the situation.
Adure reportedly told Daily Trust that Aondona had finished work and was attempting to cross to the other side of the road when the unfortunate accident occurred.
He disclosed further that Aondona, who was in his 50s, left behind his wife but did not have any children.
In the aftermath of the incident, the woman responsible for his elder brother’s death immediately sought help from the nearby police officers on duty. The police have since taken custody of the vehicle involved in the accident.
He said, “It’s a black day for me. As I speak, my mother is in the mortuary in Benue. Now, my elder brother has joined her. It’s actually a trying time for me. What is more painful is that he died without having a child.
“One of his colleagues in the same company who also left office saw a crowd around the Eagle Square and decided to take a walk, on reaching there, it was my brother that he saw.”
Similarly, the leadership of Ukum Family Association in Abuja, in a statement signed by Gabriel Akiirga, confirmed the development, saying, “It’s our prayer that God Almighty will grant the deceased eternal rest and give his family the fortitude to bear the loss.”
The man’s corpse has been deposited at the Asokoro General Hospital.
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Price Hike: FG Threatens To Shut Down FMCG Outlets
The Nigerian Government has warned Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) outlets nationwide, threatening to shut them down due to deceptive pricing practices amidst increasing economic hardship.
Naija News reports that the Acting Executive Vice Chairman of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), Adamu Abdullahi, issued a statement on Saturday warning against the rising cost of food.
Abdullahi emphasized that businesses must provide clear and transparent pricing information to enable consumers to make informed purchasing decisions.
The FCCPC reaffirmed its commitment to combating exploitative practices, highlighting penalties outlined in the FCCPA for violations.
The commission encouraged businesses to adhere to fair pricing practices to ensure consumer protection and a healthy market environment.
The statement reads, “The Commission is aware that similar practices may occur at other FCMG outlets nationwide. These outlets are advised to cease such practices immediately to avoid consequences.
“Businesses are expected to display transparent pricing information to empower consumers to make informed purchasing decisions, especially during challenging economic times.
“The FCCPC remains committed to combating all forms of exploitative or misleading practices that undermine consumer rights. The FCCPA protects consumer rights and prohibits deceptive business practices. Section 115 outlines potential penalties for violations, including fines for organisations and imprisonment for directors.
“The FCCPC encourages all businesses to adhere to fair and transparent pricing practices to ensure consumer protection and a healthy market environment.”
Naija News recalls that the Commission had, on Friday, stormed Sahad Stores Limited, a well-known establishment situated in Area 11, Garki, Abuja, and sealed the building off due to various allegations, including stockpiling, extortion, lack of transparency, and misleading pricing practices.
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