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The Nigerian government has expressed its willingness to partner with the British Government in tackling unemployment and creating job opportunities for young persons in the country. The Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Dr Festus Keyamo, with the Political Counsellor, British High Commission, Mr Dominic Williams. PHOTO: NAN The Minister of State for  Labour  and Employment, Dr Festus Keyamo, stated this when the Political Counsellor, British High Commission, Mr Dominic Williams, paid him a courtesy visit in Abuja. “We are ready to collaborate with our partners all over the world to open up avenues for job creation. We are open to all kinds of suggestions and levels of co-operation,” he said. He disclosed that the Government has opened up other sectors as part of efforts to diversify the economy from oil, which would, in turn, create room for employment. According to him, part of the efforts of Government to diversify the economy and boost job creation...
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Death Toll From Mexico Fuel Explosion Rises To 89

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The death toll from a fiery explosion in central Mexico rose to 89 on Monday as authorities vowed to hold accountable those responsible for a deliberate fuel-line puncture that drew hundreds of people looking to gather gasoline before it ignited. The search for human remains at the site of the explosion in the state of Hidalgo ended late Saturday. While families began to bury the dead, officials indicated the death toll could still rise. In a press conference on Monday, Health Minister Jorge Alcocer said: “We’ve had four more deaths on top of the 85 announced, now we’re at 89.” He had said on Sunday that on top of the confirmed deaths, another 58 people were hospitalized in Hidalgo, while others in worse conditions had been moved to Mexico City for specialized treatment. Family members of the victims have called on the government to continue looking for remains and to bring back forensic experts for that purpose. Funerals already have begun, but the handover of remains ...