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thetrumpet.ng > easter-frsc-bars-3-drivers-over-high-alcohol-levels-in-calabar

Easter: FRSC bars 3 drivers over high alcohol levels in Calabar

1+ hour, 15+ min ago  (224+ words) The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has stopped three commercial drivers from embarking on trips in Calabar after they tested positive for high alcohol levels. The Cross River State Sector Commander, Innocent Etuk, disclosed this during a sensitisation exercise conducted…...

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thetrumpet.ng > super-eagles-to-face-poland-portugal-in-june-friendlies-ahead-of-world-cup-preparations

Super Eagles to face Poland, Portugal in June friendlies ahead of World Cup preparations

21+ hour, 51+ min ago  (232+ words) Nigeria's senior national team, the Super Eagles, have lined up two high-profile international friendlies against Poland and Portugal as part of preparations for upcoming global competitions. The fixtures, scheduled for the June international window approved by FIFA, are expected to…...

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thetrumpet.ng > nff-inaugurates-electoral-committees-ahead-of-2026-elections-pledges-transparent-voting-process

NFF inaugurates electoral committees ahead of 2026 elections, pledges transparent voting process

22+ hour, 1+ min ago  (317+ words) The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has inaugurated its Electoral Committee and Electoral Appeals Committee ahead of the 20262030 Executive Committee elections, reaffirming its commitment to a credible and transparent process. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony held at the NFF Secretariat in…...

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thetrumpet.ng > alexander-isak-set-for-liverpool-training-return-arne-slot-confirms-injury-boost-ahead-of-man-city-clash

Alexander Isak set for Liverpool training return, Arne Slot confirms injury boost ahead of Man City clash

20+ hour, 46+ min ago  (203+ words) Alexander Isak is set to return to full training with Liverpool FC this week, offering a timely boost as the club approaches a decisive phase of the season. Head coach Arne Slot confirmed that the striker will rejoin the squad…...

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thetrumpet.ng > tiger-woods-withdraws-from-2027-ryder-cup-captaincy-citing-health-legal-issues

Tiger Woods withdraws from 2027 Ryder Cup captaincy citing health, legal issues

1+ day, 1+ hour ago  (222+ words) Golf legend Tiger Woods has officially declined the role of captain for the United States team at the 2027 Ryder Cup, citing ongoing health concerns and recent legal challenges. The PGA of America confirmed that the 50-year-old opted out of the…...

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thetrumpet.ng > bayelsa-wins-big-as-4th-governor-diri-national-wrestling-classics-ends

Bayelsa wins big as 4th Governor Diri National Wrestling Classics ends

1+ day, 3+ hour ago  (404+ words) Governor of Bayelsa State, Douye Diri, has declared the 4th Governor Douye Diri National Wrestling Classics closed after a week of intense competition in Yenagoa, with athletes leaving the tournament with prize money and renewed motivation. Speaking at the closing ceremony…...

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thetrumpet.ng > national-para-games-team-bayelsa-strengthens-title-defence-with-strong-day-5-medal-haul

National Para Games: Team Bayelsa strengthens title defence with strong Day 5 Medal haul

1+ day, 3+ hour ago  (335+ words) The standout performance came in wheelchair table tennis, where Bayelsa secured one gold and two bronze medals. The pair of Ajani Idowu and Razak Bankole dominated the men's doubles final, defeating their opponents in straight sets to claim gold. In…...

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thetrumpet.ng > airport-staff-passengers-evacuated-as-fire-guts-lagos-airport-terminal

Airport staff, passengers evacuated as fire guts Lagos airport terminal

1+ day, 20+ hour ago  (188+ words) Panic broke out on Wednesday at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, following a fire outbreak at the airport's temporary terminal building, forcing the immediate evacuation of passengers, airline crew and staff. Eyewitnesses said thick smoke suddenly engulfed the terminal,…...

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thetrumpet.ng > 3-persons-die-in-akwa-ibom-road-crash-involving-truck-tricycle

3 persons die in Akwa Ibom road crash involving truck, tricycle

1+ day, 20+ hour ago  (302+ words) Three persons have tragically lost their lives in a devastating road accident at Ette Junction in Ikot Abasi Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State on Wednesday. The incident involved a Mack truck with registration number XS 761 LSD and a…...

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thetrumpet.ng > easter-frsc-deploys-569-personnel-patrol-vehicles-to-manage-traffic-ensure-safety-in-enugu

Easter: FRSC deploys 569 personnel, Patrol Vehicles to manage traffic, ensure safety in Enugu

1+ day, 15+ hour ago  (286+ words) The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has deployed 569 personnel and operational vehicles across Enugu State for its Easter Special Patrol aimed at ensuring smooth traffic flow and road safety during the festive period. The Sector Commander of FRSC in Enugu,…...