1980 AFCON CHAMPION CHARLES BASSEY DIES AT 71.(PHOTO)..

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 1980 AFCON Champion Charles Bassey Dies at 71 Charles Bassey, a member of Nigeria’s historic 1980 Africa Cup of Nations-winning squad, has died at the age of 71 after a prolonged illness. He passed away on Saturday in his hometown, Eket, Akwa Ibom State. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) confirmed his death in a statement released on Monday by its General Secretary, Dr. Mohammed Sanusi, describing the loss as part of a “day of double tragedy” following the earlier death of team captain Christian Chukwu. Bassey was part of the Green Eagles team that secured Nigeria’s first AFCON title with a 3-0 victory over Algeria at the National Stadium in Lagos on March 22, 1980. After retiring as a player, he transitioned into coaching and managed several clubs, including Calabar Rovers, Mobil Pegasus, BCC Lions, Flash Flamingoes, Akwa United, and Wikki Tourists. His passing brings the number of deceased members of the 1980 squad to nine.

BENUE GOVT EXPRESSES CONCERNS OVER TGE INVASION OF SNAKES IN IDP CAMPS. (PHOTO).

 


Benue state government expresses concerns over the invasion of snakes in IDP camps


The Benue State Government has expressed concern over the presence of snakes in some of the Internally Displaced Persons camps across the state. 


James Iorpuu, the Executive Secretary of the State Emergency Management Agency, highlighted this concern during the recent distribution of relief materials to the IDPs in Wednesday. 


He mentioned that 15 persons have received treatment for snake bites, which ran into millions. “I am pleased to report that we have successfully treated over 15 cases across various camps, thanks to the swift action of our health teams and the support from our partners,”he said.


He added that to curtail the occurrence of snake bites in the camps, the agency had fumigated all the camps, including the Ikyogen camp


Mr. Iorpuu therefore called attention to the need for ongoing support from local and international partners in addressing the issue.

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