Nigeria police issue nationwide security alert over killing of Iranian general
The police say a fresh intelligence indicates some "domestic interests are planning to embark on massive public disturbances and sabotage."
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The police say a fresh intelligence indicates some "domestic interests are planning to embark on massive public disturbances and sabotage."
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