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My wife slept with her Ex three days after our wedding - Man cries out

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A Ghanaian man has cried out after he discovered his wife had extra-marital affair with her ex boyfriend just 3 days after their wedding. He shared his story with Hitz 103.9FM, and it was read by an OAP live on air. According to him, he found this out through her WhatsApp while on their honeymoon, just six days after their wedding. The husband saw messages from the ex and waited for her to reply him the next day, after she did, he confronted her and she begged him not to tell her family. It was eventually discovered that she was pregnant, but he believes it is not his because he only slept with her once and has not moved close to her since he made the discovery.

FG replaces APER and promotion Exams for Civil Servants

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The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced the replacement of Annual Performance Evaluation Review (APER) and promotion examinations for federal civil servants. This was disclosed by the Head of Civil Service of the Federation, Folasade Yemi-Esan during the end of Wednesday’s Federal Executive Council Meeting in Abuja. Mrs Yemi-Esan said that this would be included in the new Public Service Rules (PSR) which was last review in 2008. She further revealed that the chapter on Annual Performance Evaluation Review (APER) and promotions had been replaced by a new chapter on a newly introduced performance management system. There is also a chapter that has also been reinvigorated, that is, the chapter on training. This is an all important chapter because of the importance that training has in the public service." Mrs Yemi-Esan said. She added that the new PSR had also introduced the transition from paper service to a digital service.

Buhari orders ex-FIIRO DG’s trial for collecting 18-year salary with fake certificate

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President Muhammadu Buhari, has ordered the arraignment of a former acting Director-General of the Federal Institute of Industrial Research Oshodi, Lagos, Chima Igwe. He directed the Independent Corrupt Practices and other related offences Commission to begin the process of his prosecution for receiving salaries with a phantom doctorate for 18 years. Buhari also asked the Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Dr Ogbonnaya Onu, to allow the institute’s governing board to operate freely. The President instructed that the board should commence the process of appointing a substantive director general. This may be a resolution of the leadership tussle that has crippled the running of the institute for about two years. In 2019, when the position of DG was vacant at FIIRO after the former occupant retired, Onu appointed Igwe despite the opposition of the governing board due to his controversial doctorate, which was being investigated by the ICPC. Our correspondent, who visited

Democracy hasn’t yielded gains since 1999 because ex-dictators become Presidents –Okei-Odumakin

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Foremost human rights activist and President of Centre for Change, Joe Okei-Odumakin, has said that civilian rule has not translated into democratic governance since Nigeria’s return to democracy in 1999 because those in power trample on the fundamental human rights and civil liberties of citizens. She also lamented that two of the four elected Presidents Nigeria have had since the return from the dark era of military despotism are ex-dictators. Okei-Odumakin stated this in a statement on Thursday titled, ‘Another Independence anniversary is here: Any cause for cheers?’ on the occasion of the 61st Anniversary of Nigeria which attained independence in 1960. Olusegun Obasanjo, a former military head of state between 1976 and 1979, was Nigeria’s democratically elected President from 1999 to 2007 while the incumbent President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), who was military head of state from 1983 to 1985, returned as elected President in 2015. The two other Presidents since 1

One year after Edo Election: Obaseki appoints commissioners, advisers

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Governor Godwin Obaseki won his re-election as Edo state governor on September 19, 2020 and was sworn-in for his second term in November 2020. One year after, he has forwarded the names of 11 commissioner-nominees to the Edo House of Assembly for confirmation, just as he appointed two special advisers. This was contained in a statement signed by the Secretary to the Edo Government, Osarodion Ogie, on Wednesday in Benin. According to the statement, the two advisers are Crusoe Osagie and Sarah Esangbedo, appointed Special Adviser, Media Projects and Special Adviser, Strategy, Policy, Projects and Performance Management, respectively. The nominees are Oluwole Osamudiamen Iyamu (SAN); Obehi Akoria; Joan Osa Oviawe; Osaze Ethan Uzamere; Monday Osaigbovo; Marie Edeko Joseph Eboigbe; Moses Agbukor; Isoken Omo; Andrew Emwanta and Otse Momoh-Omorogbe.

Nigerians without NIN won’t get passports, driving licence – NCC

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The Nigerian Communications Commission says the October 31 deadline for linking their National Identity Numbers with their Subscriber Identity Modules remains sacrosanct. It also said that Nigerians without NIN would soon be denied the opportunity of acquiring driving licences and passports. The commission said at the NCC Digital Signature radio programme, which transmitted the second episode of Telecoms Consumer Town Hall on Radio (live on a radio station in Lagos to discuss benefits of NIN-SIM integration. This was disclosed in a statement titled ‘NIN-SIM Integration: NCC sensitises telecom consumers on October 31 Deadline’ signed by NCC’s Director of Public Affairs, Dr Ikechukwu Adinde, on Wednesday. The statement read, “NCC has reminded and urged telecoms consumers to link their NINs with their SIMs before the expiration of the deadline of October 31, 2021 set by the Federal Government.”

I’ll block Akpabio from using roads I constructed: Wike

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Governor Nyesom Wike has threatened to bar Godswill Akpabio, the minister of Niger Delta Affairs, from using a road Rivers government is constructing. Mr Wike accused the minister of reneging on his pledge to contribute to the road construction. “As I speak, you have not brought one naira,” the governor told Mr Akpabio. “Meanwhile, the road is almost 35 per cent ready. If you don’t pay, I’ll make sure you do not use that road to your headquarters. Because, yes, I’m not a Father Christmas.” The Rivers governor revealed that there was an agreement between his government, the NDDC, and the Niger Delta Affairs on how to contribute to the construction. “Mr Minister, (Akpabio), you are here. You and the MD. You told me in the Government House that you will partner the state government. You said you would bring N2.5 billion, and the state will bring N2.5 billion for the dualisation of the bypass,” Mr Wike said at the inauguration of the Muhammadu Buhari Nigeria Police Protection Unit, an

FG approves 14 days paternity leave for civil servants

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The federal executive council (FEC), presided over by Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo, on Wednesday, approved 14-day paternity leave for civil servants. Folasade Yemi-Esan, head of civil service of the federation, disclosed while briefing state house correspondents at the end of the weekly meeting. Yemi-Esan explained that paternity leave will allow fathers to properly bond with their newborn babies or adopted children. “We’ve gotten approval to include paternity leave. This is something that is new. And this is something that the unions in the service asked that we include, and luckily, we’ve been able to include it,” she said. “Paternity leave is the leave that is approved for men, when their spouses or wives have given birth to a newborn baby. Or if the husband and wife have just adopted a baby of less than four months, then the man is entitled to paternity leave of about 14 days. “So, that is what has been approved for men, so that the men and their babies also can bond well. It’

Amenze Killed by Italian Husband, Did Not Visit Nigeria to Marry Father of Her Children, Family Refutes Claim

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The family of Rita Amenze, the woman murdered in cold-blood in Italy by her Italian husband because she reportedly filed for divorce after returning from Nigeria where she allegedly got married to the father of her three children, have debunked the claim. Father of the children, Frank Akpoguma, and mother of the deceased, Faith Oyahiagbon, said there was no truth in the allegation, and challenged anyone with proof to provide it. Amenze was on September 10, 2021 shot at close range at her work place by her husband, Pierangelo Pellizar, 61, for reportedly filing for divorce barely two weeks after she returned to Italy from Nigeria. Amenze’s grieving family is therefore demanding justice, appealing to both the Federal Government of Nigeria, and the Italian Government to ensure that justice was served in the case. Members of the family made the call on Tuesday in Benin, Edo State, when a delegation of the Edo National Association in Italy, (ENAI) and the National Union of Nigerian Associ

A Nigerian, Dr. Ladapo Appointed Surgeon-General Of Florida

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A Nigerian-American, Dr. Joseph Ladapo, has been appointed Surgeon-General and Secretary of the Department of Health of the State of Florida. His appointment was disclosed by the Governor of Florida, Ron DeSantis. In a statement posted on the Florida Department of Health website, DeSantis said he is pleased to announce Ladapo for the position.

Actress Joke Silva celebrates 40 years on stage as she clocks 60

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Veteran Actress Ajoke Silva-Jacobs popularly called Joke Silva celebrates 40 years in the movie Industry as she clock 60. 60 hearty cheers to her.

Chike Akunyili, Dora’s husband, shot dead by killer herdsmen

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Suspected killer herdsmen on Tuesday killed Chike Akunyili, a prominent medical doctor and husband of late public health expert and NAFDAC chief Dora. Mr Akunyili was returning to Enugu from a meeting in Onitsha when the gunmen opened fire on his vehicle, killing him instantly with his driver and police orderly, according to family sources interviewed by Peoples Gazette on Wednesday morning. The remains of the three had since been deposited at the hospital ahead of burial and police investigation. Mr Akunyili until his death was running St Leo’s Hospital, one of the biggest in Enugu. He graduated first class and spent his professional career treating citizens across the country, including many on charitable grounds. “He was travelling along the Old Onitsha Enugu Highway when they struck,” a family said under anonymity because he was not asked to publicly comment on the matter until a formal statement has been issued. Mr Akunyili lost his wife to cancer in 2014. He was survived by

Lt. Anele pour water and sand on me cos of Small chops in July but the Video only surface now

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Ezeiruaku Ifenyinwa Fidelia, a serving member of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)--Nigeria's mandatory graduate scheme--says Lt. Chika Viola Anele, mixed sand with water and poured the mixture on her because they had an argument over small chops. She also says the officer told her that she was a dirty pig who hadn't washed her cheap bra for three months, among other derogatory words and invective. According to youth corps member Fidelia, the viral video of the army officer bathing her with muddy water and smashing a bowl on her, was recorded on July 28, 2021 in Calabar, the Cross River State capital. This thing started the day we went to Eburutu for drilling competition organised by the Commander of the Brigade," Fidelia tells CrossRiverWatch. "I was among those ushering people in. So when we got there in the morning, I saw one of my captain friends. He used to be my friend because we play 'Ayo' game together and I always beat him. "So when I

Kwara state govt demolished an Old Library named after my father - Saraki

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Seems the rivalry between the Kwara state governor AbdulRazak AbdulRahman and former Kwara state governor and former Senate President, Bukola Saraki is not yet over as Saraki accused Gov. AbdulRazak to have demolished an old Library named after his late dad, Dr Olusola Saraki in Ilorin today. Saraki made the accusation in a post on Facebook today with picture of the demolished Library. Meanwhile, The Kwara state govt is yet to make a statement on why the old Library was demolished..

Zamfara govt house, Ministries deserted as Gov. Matawalle visits wife in US

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In the absent of the top government functionaries, it was observed that most workers also stayed away from their offices. The Zamfara State Government House, ministries and agencies are presently deserted after the state governor, Bello Matawalle, left the country for United States, where one of his wives delivered a baby girl. The governor left the country on Sunday, September 19, 2021 after vowing that the ban on mobile telecommunications in the state will remain until the the bandits terrorising the state are dealt with. Matawalle had pledged to remain in the state to fill the pains of the communication lockdown together with the masses. Throughout last week, most top government functionaries including commissioners, permanent secretaries, among others stayed away from their offices, a situation that further grounded the state following the shutting down of GSM network, closure of markets, schools and restriction of movement in some areas.

Soldiers allegedly open fire on Shiites members, six feared dead

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About six people have been shot dead as members of the Islamic Movement of Nigeria, IMN clashed with security agents at the Gwarinpa gate near Galadimawa in Abuja on Tuesday. The IMN members also known as ‘shiites ‘were about to round off their Arbaeen Symbolic Trek when joint security agents opened fire on them. Two Shiite members were allegedly shot by security operatives around a new generation bank along 3rd Avenue in Gwarimpa Estate, Abuja. The incident threw the area into confusion as people scampered for safety. The Secretary of Academic Forum of IMN, Abdullahi Musa has since confirmed the report.

PDP Osun hits back, describes Oluga’s statement on Adeleke as unfortunate, uninformed

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The Osun State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has described the statement against Ademola Adeleke, a former governorship candidate of the party, by Taiwo Oluga, the lawmaker representing Irewole/Isokan/Ayedaade Federal Constituency of the state in the House of Representatives, that Ademola Adeleke should go and head Adeleke University, Ede, Osun state owned by his brother Deji Adeleke first before he thinks of being Osun state governor". That the statement is unfortunate, amusing and smacks of indecent vituperation. In a reaction made available to newsmen on Tuesday by the Osun PDP Media Office and signed by Oladele Bamiji, the Osun PDP Media Director stated that it understood that the statement from Oluga who said that he statement was made in her desperate mood to warm herself into the hearts of her party to get patronage due to her inability to succeed at her duty post. “Senator Adeleke does not need to superintend over Adeleke university where other Nigerians

NUJ seeks improved welfare for journalists

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The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) on Tuesday described as criminal and callous, a situation whereby certain media houses continually owe its members across the country, several months of unpaid salaries. Mr Rotimi Ojomoyela, Chairman of NUJ in Ekiti, made this known in Ado-Ekiti, the state capital, while featuring on a programme coordinated by Fresh FM, a popular radio station owned by ace musician, Yinka Ayefele, that many journalists in both radio and newspapers are currently being owed between five-one year salary or more. According to him, owing journalists unpaid salary without any immediate plans to pay up, ordinarily exposed members to series of temptations. “It is only in Nigeria that you find journalists not being paid what is due to them, as and when necessary. “Unfortunately, when things like this are done, the danger is that such journalists now become vulnerable to temptations, because they, like others, also have children, parents and other loved ones to care ab

Govt activities grounded in Ogun as Gov. Abiodun, Deputy, Speaker travel out

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Activities at the Ogun State Executive and the State House of Assembly are currently on a standstill following the ‘disappearance’ of Governor Dapo Abiodun, Deputy Governor Noimot Salako-Oyedele and Speaker Olakunle Oluomo from the state same time. It was gathered that since last week, Ogun has not had its weekly State Executive Council meetings, neither has the Assembly held any sitting. While Abiodun and his deputy are away in London, United Kingdom, the Speaker left the state, reportedly for a seminar in the United States without handing over power to the Deputy Governor. Gov Abiodun was seen last week in a photo with former Lagos State Governor, Chief Bola Tinubu, who was said to be recuperating in the United Kingdom after a knee injury. Since then, the governor, who left the country a few days after the burial of his father, is yet to return to his duty post. Following the absence of Abiodun and his Deputy, our correspondent observed that the Secretary to the State Government

Masked gunmen abduct Air Vice Marshal Oladimeji Smith in Lagos

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Gunmen wearing masks have abducted a former Chief of Logistics, Nigerian Air Force (NAF), Air Vice Marshal (AVM) Sikiru Oladimeji Smith (rtd) in Lagos State. The incident happened on Monday evening around Ajah where the victim was reportedly working on a site. When contacted, the state’s Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Adekunle Ajisebutu, confirmed the incident. Similarly, Corporal Odiji, driver of the victim who raised the alarm in an audio on Tuesday morning, said the gunmen were shooting sporadically before whisking his boss away to an unknown destination. He said, “Please, this is an emergency. I am Corporal Odiji attached to AVM Smith. Oga was just moved from the site we were working. Some gunmen wearing masks just came, pulled him out of the site. “They shot everywhere and took him away. I was nearby where he asked me to fix his vehicle. I am his driver. As I was coming back, I saw them where they went on a boat through the water. I was not armed. So, I ran to the site

2 killed, many injured as gunmen attack APC, APGA campaigners in Anambra

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Gunmen have gone on rampage on two locations in Anambra State, killing two persons and wounding many at APC rally, and setting ablaze a car belonging to a leader of Professor Chukwuma Soludo group. While the attack on APC took place during the party’s rally at Uruagu, Nnewi, the attack on the leader of one of Soludo Support Groups, Dr. Nnelsonn Omenugha took place at Nnobi in Idemili South local government area of the state. It was gathered that one APC member, whose identity could not be immediately ascertained was killed in the attack with scores wounded, while the attack on the APGA chieftain took place in his hometown, Nnobi.

Sit-at-home order: Bus carrying foodstuff set ablaze in Enugu

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Hoodlums have set ablaze a bus conveying tomatoes, vegetables and other foodstuff in Enugu east LGA of Enugu state. The vehicle, which was coming from Ugwogo end of the Opi/Enugu bypass was said to have been blocked and set ablaze by people enforcing sit-at-home order by the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) about 5:45am on Monday. IPOB on July 30 ordered a sit-at-home in the south-east every Monday until Nnamdi Kanu, its leader, is released from the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS). The proscribed group said the lockdown tagged ‘Ghost Monday’ will also affect schools and marketplaces.

Taliban ban barbers from trimming beards in Afghanistan province

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The Taliban have banned barbers in Helmand province in Afghanistan from shaving or trimming beards. The Taliban said shaving off beards breaches their interpretation of Islamic law. The Taliban police also said anyone caught violating the rule will be punished. According to the BBC, in a notice posted on salons in southern Helmand province, the Taliban officers warned that hairdressers must follow Sharia law for haircuts and beards. “No one has a right to complain,” the notice reportedly read. The instruction contradicts the assurances made by the Taliban government earlier — that they would not force their rules on anyone as it relates to lifestyle choices. The Taliban came into power in August after the insurgent group seized several of Afghanistan’s provinces and took over Kabul, the country’s capital. When the Taliban held sway from 1996 to 2001 — and under their Sharia law — men were required to grow beards while the women were made to wear an all-encompassing burqa, coveri

South African woman Allegedly kills five family member and boyfriend for Insurance payout

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Accused of orchestrating the murder of her known boyfriend Maurice Mabasa, Rosemary Ndlovu revealed on Monday that she also had a ‘secret partner’. The extraordinary case of Rosemary Ndlovu – also known as Nomia – continued to rumble, after proceedings resumed on Monday morning. The former police officer is accused of plotting the murders of FIVE family members, as well as her former boyfriend. However, her love life has sparked some fierce interest today. Rosemary Ndlovu is accused of trying to cash in about R1.5 million from various life insurance policies. Maurice Mabasa, allegedly picked off by hitmen she had hired, was understood to have been Nomia’s only romantic interest. That theory, however, looks to have been blown out of the window. In 2012 her cousin was killed, she got R131.000 2013 her sister was killed she got R717.000 2015 her boyfriend was killed she got R416.000... 2016 her niece was killed she got R120.000 2017 her nephew and her little sister 2018 she hir

One student dead, two injured as school building collapses in Ogun

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A classroom building of Nazareth High School, Imeko-Afon area of Ogun State has collapsed and killed one student. Two other students were also injured in the building collapses, The Councillor of Imeko Ward, Samuel Ojoawo, confirmed the incident. It was learnt that the building suddenly fell on the three students, killing one of them, Ilebiyi, on the spot, while the remaining two sustained injuries. The injured students were taken to hospital for treatment, while the deceased was said to have been buried, according to Islamic rites. The Councillor explained that the current administration of the council had ordered the total demolition of the building involved.

NNPC denies funding 2019 elections with bribes from oil traders

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The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation reacted on Saturday to an allegation that fees that trading firms paid agents to win oil contracts from the corporation might have raised funds for the country’s past two elections. Nigeria’s past two general elections held in 2015 and 2019. The contest for the presidential seat was mainly between ex-President Goodluck Jonathan and Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.) in 2015, while it was between Buhari and former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar in 2019. Buhari was declared winner in the two elections. Citing lawsuits in London and New York, Bloomberg had reported on Friday that an ex-BP Plc oil trader alleged that cargo allocations by the NNPC could have contributed to preparations for general elections in 2019. The report said a former Glencore Plc employee in July admitted paying a middleman $300,000 to secure a crude shipment from the NNPC, understanding the money would be spent on the nationwide election that took place four years

Lai Mohammed turbaned Kakakin Kebbi

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The Emir of Argungu, HRH Sumaila Mera, on Sunday conferred the traditional title of Kakakin Kebbi (Cultural Ambassador of Kebbi) on the Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the turbaning, which took place at the forecourt of the emir’s palace in Argungu town, Kebbi State, was on the sideline of the 2021 World Tourism Day to be celebrated in Birnin-Kebbi on Monday. Speaking at the event, the Emir said that the title was conferred on the minister because of his “courage and strength of character in projecting the image of Nigeria locally and internationally.”

UK could face turkey shortage at Christmas due to Brexit

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The UK could experience a “national shortage” of turkeys in the run-up to Christmas due to the impact of Brexit, an industry leader has said. The chair of the Traditional Farm Fresh Turkey Association said a labour shortage following the UK’s exit from the EU could lead to fewer turkeys on supermarket shelves, Yahoo News reports, quoting the Independent. Her comments echo warnings from poultry farmers, who have previously said serious staff shortages could affect how many turkeys are available at Christmas. It was estimated last month there were nearly 7,000 job vacancies in the poultry industry.

Oshiomhole and wife Iara step out together in UK after a long time

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Former Governor of Edo State, and former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Adams Oshiomhole, and his wife, Iara, was spotted together in public on Saturday first time after a very long time. The couple attended the Service of Songs of late Edo billionaire and Chief Executive Officer, Ocean Maritime Security, Capt. Hosa Okunbo, in London. Photos of the couple have since gone viral on social media with many wondering whether the APC chieftain and his wife are still together. But the top source said that they are still together, nullifying the divorce rumours that had pervaded the internet space for years. “They were attending late Capt Hosa’s Service of Songs in London. That was yesterday (Saturday),” the source confirmed the photos. Iara, who is from Cape Verde and who got her Nigerian citizenship in May 2017, got married to Oshiomhole in May 2015. For years, she had given social networks a wide berth as her social media handles were last updated in 2017. Befor

Obi Cubana visits Regina Daniels

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Socialite Obi Cubana visits actress Regina Daniels and her cute son Munir.

Peter Okoye Celebrates son at 13

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Peter Okoye, formerly of PSquare and wife Lola Omotayo-Okoye, Celebrates their son Cameron as he Celebrates his 13th birthday. Happy Birthday to Cameron

Kaduna: PDP floors APC again, wins Kajuru LG election, My party lose because it didn't manipulate the e-voting machines - El'Rufai

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Ibrahim Gajere of Peoples Democratic, Party (PDP) has been declared winner of the Kajuru Local Government chairmanship election. The Returning Officer, Dr Ibrahim DanMaraya, announced the results of the election on Sunday. DanMaraya said Gajere polled 14,432 votes to defeat the immediate past LG Chairman and All Progressives (APC) candidate, Cafra Caino, who scored 9,095 votes. Additionally, the PDP won nine councillorship seats, while the ruling APC took one. The Kaduna State lndependent National Electoral Commission (KADSIECOM) moved the conduct from September 4 to September 25 over security concerns. Three weeks ago, PDP candidate for Kaura LG election, Mathias Siman was declared winner. The Returning Officer, Prof. Mande Hosea announced that Siman polled 19,505 votes to defeat APC’s Adamu Donatus who got 10,942 votes. The APC also lost in Governor Nasir El-Rufai’s polling unit – 01 Ungwan Sarki – in the Kaduna North LG election. In his reaction, El-Rufai explained that his

NAFDAC raises alarm over use of petrol/kerosene tankers to convey groundnut oil, others

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The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC, has raised the alarm over the alleged use of petrol and kerosene tankers to convey groundnut and vegetable oil in some parts of the country. Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, Director General of the agency who raised the alarm at a sensitization campaign in Nnewi in Anambra State, on Saturday, urged Nigerians to take their destinies in their hands by reporting such ‘evil activities’ to the nearest NAFDAC office or any other law enforcement agencies closer to them.

Sabina Nessa: Man arrested on suspicion of murder of London teacher

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A man has been arrested on suspicion of the murder of London teacher Sabina Nessa. The 38-year-old was arrested in East Sussex in the early hours of Sunday. Nessa’s family have been informed of this “significant development”, the Metropolitan Police said. It is the third arrest police have made in connection with the 28-year-old’s death. Nessa, who taught at a primary school in southeast London, was attacked on the evening of 17 September after leaving her home in Kidbrooke to meet a friend at a nearby bar. Police said her walk to The Depot in Peglar Square, Kidbrooke Village, should have taken just over five minutes. Nessa’s body was discovered in nearby Cator Park – where she is believed to have been attacked – the next afternoon. Independent.co.uk

Fuel crisis UK: RHA says government ‘disgraceful’ after Shapps blames industry leaders for petrol panic

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The Road Haulage Association has accused the government of a “disgraceful attack” after it was blamed for sparking panic buying at petrol stations. Transport secretary Grant Shapps claimed the fuel crisis was a “manufactured situation” caused by a leak to the media by the RHA from a meeting at which concerns were raised by BP about supply problems. The RHA denied the allegation and claimed ministers were trying to divert attention away from their handling of the shortage of HGV drivers. Business groups have also criticised the government’s plan to offer temporary visas to 5,000 foreign lorry drivers and 5,500 poultry workers as “too little, too late” and “throwing a thimble of water on a bonfire.” Retailers warned on Friday that the government had just 10 days to save Christmas from significant disruption due to the shortage of around 100,000 HGV drivers across the UK. Motorists were still scrambling to find fuel on Sunday morning as suppliers struggled to keep up with increased d

Last born killed by father, siblings, for being stubborn, buried in shallow grave

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It was a moment of grief in Umueze 11, Ehime Mbano Local Government of Imo State as a family of four allegedly connived and murdered their last child, Mr Chukwuebuka aged 28, for being stubborn and giving them sleepless night. Mr Chukwuebuka was reportedly killed and buried in a shallow grave close to his residence. A family source who pleaded anonymity, said when the culprits were confronted by the youths of Duruegwele community in Imo, the deceased father informed them that Chukwuebuka traveled to Ghana. Pressing further with a threat to burn down the culprit’s house, the daughter confessed to the crime. The deceased immediate older brother called Philip is on the run, while the family is presently at the Imo State Police Command. The Police Public Relations Officer in Imo, Michael Abattam, confirmed the incident and described it as tragic.

Kidnappers release Ekiti lovers on wedding eve, event postponed

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The two Ekiti lovers kidnapped on Sunday, less than a week to their wedding, have regained their freedom from the gunmen. Sources said the two lovers were freed around Ayedun area of Ekiti State on Thursday after payment of ransom. “Their engagement was billed for Friday and Saturday (yesterday) for the wedding proper,” a source said. The duo were returning from Ado Ekiti, the state capital, where they had gone to shop ahead of their wedding when they were abducted at a bad portion of the road along Ilasa Ekiti-Ayebode Ekiti Road in the Ekiti East Local Government area of the state. Another source, who said the couple was devastated on return from the kidnappers’ den,said that the wedding would no longer be held on Friday and Saturday as planned, adding, “another date would be fixed for the marriage.” Different figures are being touted around as the ransom paid. Some say N1m, others say N3m or so.

Unguarded dog bites off Ondo undergrad’s private parts

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A dog, identified as Charlie, has bitten off a part of the private parts of Sadiq Opeyemi, 18, 100-level students of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba. The pit-bull dog known as Charlie, owned by Abass Olagunju, 24, a 400-level Animal Science student at the Faculty of Agriculture, Adekunle Ajasin University. Opeyemi Sadiq, who was running to meet the owner of the dog, at their hostel in Vanilla Villa Permanent Site, Akungba was attacked by Charlie. The bite affected the skin of his scrotum. He was immediately rushed to Inland Specialist Hospital, Ikare, where he was treated and discharged.