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Three killed, 21 injured after clashes involving Hezbollah supporters in Beirut

BEIRUT — Two explosions have been heard in Beirut as at least three people were killed and at least twenty one wounded by gunfire, an army source said, during a protest against the judge in the city’s port blast probe. The Lebanese army has asked the public to evacuate the Tayouna area of the city, andContinue reading “Three killed, 21 injured after clashes involving Hezbollah supporters in Beirut”

What The Villagers Would Have Done Instead of Killing The Suspect Who Escaped From Police Custody

Recall: A young man who allegedly confessed to killing about thirteen (13) minors escaped from police custody in Kenya. Below is a picture showing this suspect: The suspect got identified by the name Masten Milimo Wanjala. He was arrested at Jogoo road police station but escaped without being noticed on Tuesday. Shortly after his escapeContinue reading “What The Villagers Would Have Done Instead of Killing The Suspect Who Escaped From Police Custody”

How DSS, soldiers treated me in detention – Nollywood veteran, Chiwetalu Agu

How DSS, soldiers treated me in detention – Nollywood veteran, Chiwetalu Agu Veteran Nollywood actor, Chinwetalu Agu, has recounted his experience in the hands of the Nigerian Army and the Department of State Services, DSS. The 75-year-old actor was arrested in Upper Iweka Bridge in Onitsha, Anambra State. Agu was picked up while carrying outContinue reading “How DSS, soldiers treated me in detention – Nollywood veteran, Chiwetalu Agu”

How DSS, soldiers treated me in detention – Nollywood veteran, Chiwetalu Agu

“Hide Your Wives And Girlfriends” – BBN’s Boma, Warns Men

Former Big Brother Naija housemate, Boma Akpore, has taken to Instagram to advise men to hide their lovers from him. The self-proclaimed Okro president disclosed this while stepping out to the streets for an event on Thurday. He further told his fans that he is whatever they think he is. Recall, following his affair with TegaContinue reading ““Hide Your Wives And Girlfriends” – BBN’s Boma, Warns Men”

“Hide Your Wives And Girlfriends” – BBN’s Boma, Warns Men

Lady Shares Experience With Bus Driver Who Got Into A Fight And Asked Her To Match The Brake Pad For Him

A Nigerian lady has taken to Twitter to share her weird experience with an angry bus driver in Lagos. The lady identified as Ekababy on Twitter took to the platform to share her heartbreaking experience with the driver. According to her, the bus driver got into an argument with another person while he was driving her toContinue reading “Lady Shares Experience With Bus Driver Who Got Into A Fight And Asked Her To Match The Brake Pad For Him”

Buhari Renews Dikio’s Appointment As Interim Administrator of Amnesty Programme

President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the renewal of appointment of Colonel MD Dikio (Rtd) as Interim Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme for another one-year tenure. A statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina confirmed Col. Dikio who was first appointed in August 2020, and has, despite theContinue reading “Buhari Renews Dikio’s Appointment As Interim Administrator of Amnesty Programme”

13,243 repentant terrorists surrendered in two weeks- Military

The Defence Headquarters on Thursday said a total of 13,243 repentant terrorists and their families surrendered to troops of the Armed Forces of Nigeria at different locations in the North East in the last two weeks. Speaking in Abuja on Wednesday at a briefing on military operations between October 1 and October 14, the Director,Continue reading “13,243 repentant terrorists surrendered in two weeks- Military”

Don’t let police disrupt #EndSARS protests, Falana tells Buhari

Human rights lawyer, Mr. Femi Falana (SAN), has called on the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), to abide by his oath of office by calling on the police not to disrupt upcoming #EndSARS protests. Falana, who is the Interim Chairman, Alliance on Surviving COVID-19 and Beyond, said this in a statement on Thursday titled,Continue reading “Don’t let police disrupt #EndSARS protests, Falana tells Buhari”

Ex-Superman actor condemns new DC bisexual hero

Ex-Superman actor, Dean Cain, has begrudged DC Comics new Superman character as neither being a “bold” nor “brave” statement. “I don’t think it’s bold or brave or some crazy new direction. I say they’re bandwagoning,” the 55-year-old, who played Superman on TV in the late 1990s, said on the weekday morning news show, Fox &Continue reading “Ex-Superman actor condemns new DC bisexual hero”

Police arrest herdsman, 73 cows, 13 sheep over alleged farm destruction

The police in Jigawa have arrested a 25-year-old herder, who allegedly trespassed into a farmland and destroyed crops worth N200,000, at Takatsaba village, Suletankarkar Local Government Area of the state. Police arrest herdsman, 73 cows, 13 sheep over alleged farm destruction. ASP Lawan Shiisu, the command Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), in the state, confirmed theContinue reading “Police arrest herdsman, 73 cows, 13 sheep over alleged farm destruction”

Rivers community women protest farm destruction, rape by herdsmen

Hundreds of women from five communities in the Ogba-Egbema-Andoni Local Government Area of Rivers State on Wednesday protested against what they termed the repeated invasion and destruction of their farmlands by herdsmen. The women, who blocked the council entrance, demanded that the herdsmen vacate their farmlands, even as they called for the intervention of theContinue reading “Rivers community women protest farm destruction, rape by herdsmen”

(BREAKING) APGA Leadership Tussle: Supreme Court Delivers Powerful Judgement On Soludo’s Gubernatorial Race

ABUJA – The Supreme Court on Thursday upheld the judgement of the Court of Appeal, Kano Division delivered on August 10, which had affirmed Chief Victor Oye as the National Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance. The Victor Oye’s faction of the APGA conducted the primary that produced Prof Charles Soludo, as it’s governorship candidateContinue reading “(BREAKING) APGA Leadership Tussle: Supreme Court Delivers Powerful Judgement On Soludo’s Gubernatorial Race”

3 Big African Teams At Risk Of Not Qualifying For The World Cup

Africa finally got to represent themselves well at the FIFA World Cup as they were given as many as 5 slots. However, despite the increase in slots, there are still some teams who still struggle to qualify for the world cup despite being high ranking teams. Here are some examples. 1. Kenya. Kenya has neverContinue reading “3 Big African Teams At Risk Of Not Qualifying For The World Cup”

Toke Makinwa reveals her sister died after BBNaija finale

Nigerian actress and media personality, Toke Makinwa has revealed that she lost her sister after the just concluded season of Big Brother Naija show in which she played host. The On Becoming author made this revelation via Twitter on Monday, while thanking fans for their support after recently coming under heavy criticism for being picked as the new GulderContinue reading “Toke Makinwa reveals her sister died after BBNaija finale”

Toke Makinwa reveals her sister died after BBNaija finale

“Avoid Some Fair Girls” – Nollywood Actor, Nosa Rex Warns

There are so many Nigerian movies of reasonable quality in 2021 with more still on the way. The Nollywood celebs have also stepped up their game so we have more quality in the way movie roles are interpreted. In the past, it used to be a selection of few actors that people wanted to see. However, things have changed asContinue reading ““Avoid Some Fair Girls” – Nollywood Actor, Nosa Rex Warns”

Man’s headless body uncovered in Rivers truck

The headless body of a man found around the Interwoba canal by Cherubim Road, in the Mile Three area of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, has left many residents in shock. A witness, who spoke on condition of anonymity, told our correspondent that the body, which was dumped in a truck, was discovered on Wednesday. “ThisContinue reading “Man’s headless body uncovered in Rivers truck”

Why Nigeria was excluded from malaria vaccine trial –Oyibo

Prof Wellington Oyibo is a Consultant Medical Parasitologist and Director, Centre for Malaria Diagnosis, Research, Capacity Building and Policy, University of Lagos. In this interview with DAYO OJERINDE, he speaks on the fight against malaria in the country and the consequences of the newly-approved malaria vaccine by the World Health Organisation Why is malaria so commonContinue reading “Why Nigeria was excluded from malaria vaccine trial –Oyibo”

Killings: IGP reads the Riot Act to commanders in Anambra

THE Inspector-General of Police, Usman Baba, has ordered Police Mobile Force commanders to deal ruthlessly with political thugs, who may work against a transparent and credible governorship election in Anambra State. The police chief also read the riot act to squadron commanders, vowing to deal decisively with any commander that lacked command capacity or failedContinue reading “Killings: IGP reads the Riot Act to commanders in Anambra”

The Tiwa Savage sex tape

I’m always so curious about the incapacity of man to live and let live. Everyone would bear the consequences of their action and inaction, here or in the hereafter (for those who believe in that prospect). Why are we then so insistent on judging, condemning and sometimes, forcing our standards down the throats of others?Continue reading “The Tiwa Savage sex tape”

APC plotting to rig 2023 polls with direct primaries – Rep

A ranking member of the Peoples Democratic Party caucus in the House of Representatives, Mr Ayo Yusuf, has hinted that the Supreme Court may be approached over the restriction of political parties to direct primary in the ongoing amendments to the Electoral Act 2010. Yusuf, who spoke to our correspondent on the telephone on Wednesday,Continue reading “APC plotting to rig 2023 polls with direct primaries – Rep”

Enugu man, wife, daughter, maid die after eating poisoned food

Tragedy struck in Ugbo Paul, a suburb of Abakpa Nike, in the Enugu East council area of Enugu State, following the death of three family members and their maid after eating a meal suspected to have been poisoned. PUNCH Metro gathered that only a nine-month-old baby girl of the family survived the tragedy, as she wasContinue reading “Enugu man, wife, daughter, maid die after eating poisoned food”

BurnaBoy Called Out For Allegedly Impregnating Ashawo And Demanding Abortion

Nigerian singer, Burnaboy has been called out for allegedly impregnating ashawo and demanding for ab0rtion. Blogger, Cutiejulz who shared the story wrote; “Wahala be like Burna boy wey ship Ashewo to Naija and still refused to use condom. @burnaboygram we will tag you cuz your boys are harassing us. Burna, yes you knacked Lippy, gave am BelleContinue reading “BurnaBoy Called Out For Allegedly Impregnating Ashawo And Demanding Abortion”

Uzodimma Gives Izombe Youths 7-Day Ultimatum To Surrender Arms In Their Custody Following Deadly Clashes With Military

Imo State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodimma, has given the oil rich Izombe community youths a 7 day ultimatum to return weapons in there possession following the recent face-off between youths from the community and security operatives that resulted in the loss of lives and destruction of property. Uzodimma on Tuesday, October 12 visited Aborshi AutonomousContinue reading “Uzodimma Gives Izombe Youths 7-Day Ultimatum To Surrender Arms In Their Custody Following Deadly Clashes With Military”

50 Gunmen Invade Government Building, Scores Dead, Catholic Priest Abducted

More Than 50 Gunmen Invade Nasarawa Government Building, Tie Down Security Operatives No fewer than 50 gunmen invaded the Nasarawa State Local Government Service Commission, making away with a safe box full of valuables, and an AK-47 rifle belonging to an officer of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC). Sun reports that theContinue reading “50 Gunmen Invade Government Building, Scores Dead, Catholic Priest Abducted”

U.S. to lift Canada, Mexico land border restrictions for vaccinated visitors

The United States will lift restrictions at its land borders with Canada and Mexico for fully vaccinated foreign nationals in early November, ending historic curbs on non-essential travellers in place since March 2020 to address the COVID-19 pandemic. U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas said in a statement the administration next month “will begin allowingContinue reading “U.S. to lift Canada, Mexico land border restrictions for vaccinated visitors”

Slovak central bank chief charged with corruption

Slovakia’s central bank chief and European Central Bank governing council member Peter Kazimir has been charged with corruption, the prosecutor’s office said on Wednesday. “On October 8, 2021, a prosecutor of the Special Prosecutor’s Office filed charges against P.K. for a corruption crime,” Jana Tokolyova, a spokesperson for prosecutors, said in response to a questionContinue reading “Slovak central bank chief charged with corruption”

11-year-old Emanuella marks seven years in comedy skit-making

Popular comedienne, Emanuella Samuel, celebrated her seventh year of featuring on comedy skits. The 11-year-old announced this on Tuesday via her verified Instagram page, where she shared a picture of herself and her producer, Mark Angel. Emanuella captioned the post, “God has been faithful. Today marks exactly seven years of being on set. I’ve been growing strongContinue reading “11-year-old Emanuella marks seven years in comedy skit-making”

Zamfara assembly suspends two lawmakers suspected of aiding kidnap of Speaker’s father, colleague’s murder

Zamfara House of Assembly on Monday suspended two of its members for their alleged involvement in aiding and abetting banditry in the state. The two lawmakers are alleged to have aided the kidnap of the Speaker’s father, and the murder of another colleague of theirs. The suspended members, according to a Press release signed byContinue reading “Zamfara assembly suspends two lawmakers suspected of aiding kidnap of Speaker’s father, colleague’s murder”

Super TV boss: Chidinma’s murder trial starts November 9

Chidinma Ojukwu, a 300-level Mass Communication student of the University of Lagos, who is alleged to have murdered the Super TV Chief Executive Officer, Michael Ataga, has pleaded not guilty to the crime. Chidinma, alongside one Adedapo Quadri, who is also a key suspect in the murder case, pleaded not guilty to eight counts borderingContinue reading “Super TV boss: Chidinma’s murder trial starts November 9”

Rohr can’t lead Eagles to Promised Land –Aghahowa

Former Super Eagles striker Julius Aghahowa has stated unequivocally that coach Gernot Rohr can’t lead the team to the Promised Land, PUNCH Sports Extra. Rohr again came under heavy scrutiny following his side’s 1-0 loss to the Central Africa Republic in a World Cup qualifier at the Teslim Balogun Stadium, Lagos last Thursday. The defeat was theContinue reading “Rohr can’t lead Eagles to Promised Land –Aghahowa”

Return to work or face sanctions, Cross River tells striking workers

THE Cross River State Government has directed striking workers in the state to return to work or face severe sanctions. The Head of Service, Geraldine Akpet-Ekanem, in a press statement on Tuesday evening, directed the workers to resume duty. The press statement reads, “Following the industrial action embarked on by organised labour in the stateContinue reading “Return to work or face sanctions, Cross River tells striking workers”

15 Dead As Gunmen Attack Police Station, Latest Update On Chiwetalu Agu

Gunmen Attack Police Station In Bayelsa, Kill One Officer, Cart Away Ammunition Some gunmen on Tuesday attacked the Divisional Police Station, Kolo, Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, killing one of the policemen on duty. SaharaReporters gathered that other officers escaped with bullet wounds. The gunmen after killing the policeman ransacked the whole stationContinue reading “15 Dead As Gunmen Attack Police Station, Latest Update On Chiwetalu Agu”

Actor Williams Uchemba decries presence of explicit content in kids’ cartoons

Nollywood star, Williams Uchemba, has decried the presence of sexual content in children’s cartoons and comics. The actor took to his Instagram page on Tuesday to advise parents about protecting their children from such contents. According to him, the inclusion of such explicit material is a plan of ‘the enemy’ to influence children through whatContinue reading “Actor Williams Uchemba decries presence of explicit content in kids’ cartoons”

Man bites off policeman’s finger in Lagos

A 29-year-old man, Samuel Jacob, was on Tuesday docked in a Badagry Magistrates’ Court for allegedly biting off the index finger of Sgt Musa Hassan. The police charged Jacob, whose address was not provided, with assault and inflicting a wound. The Prosecution Counsel, ASP. Clement Okuiomose told the court that the defendant committed the offenceContinue reading “Man bites off policeman’s finger in Lagos”

BREAKING: Senate bows to pressure, says INEC can transmit elections electronically

The Senate on Tuesday passed a bill to rescind its decision which subjected the Independent National Electoral Commission to seek approval from the Nigerian Communications Commission before it could transmit elections results electronically. The upper chamber also voted in support of the conduct of party primaries only by direct method. The Bill is titled, “RecommittalContinue reading “BREAKING: Senate bows to pressure, says INEC can transmit elections electronically”

BBNaija S6 Winner Whitemoney hospitalised

Big Brother Naija Shine Ya Eye winner, Whitemoney, has been hospitalised, leading to a ‘break in transmission’ in his activities. This was made known via his Instagram page on Tuesday, where a video was shared in his Instagram story. In the video, Whitemoney was lying on the bed and his hand was connected to aContinue reading “BBNaija S6 Winner Whitemoney hospitalised”