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Alleged Distribution of ‘Anti-Kidnapping Manual’ to VIPs by DSS

25Feb

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Alleged Distribution of ‘Anti-Kidnapping Manual’ to VIPs by DSS

The Department of State Services (DSS) has sparked controversy by reportedly providing an anti-kidnapping manual to Very Important Personalities (VIPs). Daily Trust's report stated that the manual, which offers tips against kidnapping, was delivered to the Central Bank governor, Godwin Emefiele, through a letter dated January 17, 2020, and acknowledged on January 20, 2020. The handbook, titled 'Kidnapping, why me and my family', was also allegedly sent to top government functionaries, including heads of government agencies, departments, boards and parastatals. The foreword of the anti-kidnapping book, signed by Ahmed Salisu on behalf of the Director-General of DSS, highlighted the Service's proactive measure against the crime and the lack of awarene...

Man shares the messages he received from a company after they failed to make his Valentine's Day delivery on time

25Feb

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Man shares the messages he received from a company after they failed to make his Valentine's Day delivery on time

The disappointing incident of a customer reveals the messages he received from a service provider when they were unable to deliver his Valentine's Day package on time. @AllenAkinkule paid for a Valentine's Day delivery with the expectation of it being delivered on the day, only to be informed that it was rescheduled for the day after. Despite expressing his dissatisfaction in a polite manner, the company's response was dismissive and lacking in empathy or apology. He shared screenshots of the exchange to highlight the treatment he received from the company, questioning how Nigerian brands handle their customers. Take a look at the messages below: ![Man shares the messages he received from a company after they failed to make his Valentine's Day delivery on time](https://newsnownige...

Shocking Discovery: 50-Year-Old Chef’s Decomposing Body Found in Employer’s Apartment in Lagos

25Feb

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Shocking Discovery: 50-Year-Old Chef’s Decomposing Body Found in Employer’s Apartment in Lagos

A grim discovery was made recently in a room on Akintan Street, in the Surulere Local Government Area of Lagos State - the decomposing body of 50-year-old chef, Eric Ekpeyong, who had been working for his employer. According to neighbors, Ekpeyong had been serving as a caregiver and chef for a man named Mr. Remi, who was battling an undisclosed ailment. Tragically, Ekpeyong also fell ill but reportedly refused to seek medical attention despite concerns voiced by those around him. His refusal continued until his untimely death, and his body remained unnoticed for a week. The employer's brother, identified as Mr. Oluwaseyi, was informed, and the matter was subsequently reported to the Surulere police division. The State Police Command's spokesperson, Bala Elkan...

Nigerian Air force jets hovered around while we were attacked by Boko Haram – Garkida residents

25Feb

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Nigerian Air force jets hovered around while we were attacked by Boko Haram – Garkida residents

Residents of Garkida, a community in Gombi Local Government Area of Adamawa, have raised concerns about the response of the Nigerian Air Force during a recent Boko Haram attack. According to the villagers, despite timely notification of the attack, the air force fighter jets allegedly did not actively engage the insurgents, prompting criticism from the affected residents. One resident recounted the experience, mentioning that despite informing the army and the subsequent call for air support, the insurgents were still able to conduct their attacks for several hours while the air force jets remained overhead without taking any action. Another resident claimed that while the air support arrived on time, there was no apparent effort to confront the insurgents. Adding to the accounts, a thi...

"According to a Twitter user, not giving your girlfriend daily pocket money and weekly allowances means you don’t need a girlfriend"

25Feb

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"According to a Twitter user, not giving your girlfriend daily pocket money and weekly allowances means you don’t need a girlfriend"

One Twitter user expressed the opinion that any guy who does not provide his girlfriend with "daily pocket money and weekly allowances" should reconsider having a girlfriend. He wrote: "If you’re a guy, and you don’t give your girlfriend daily pocket money and weekly allowances... at least 200k weekly, you don’t need a girlfriend .. go and work. You don’t deserve that girl bro. No cap." His tweet faced criticism from his followers and other users on Twitter.

Beyonce and Jennifer Lopez pay tribute to Kobe and Gigi Bryant with nail art (See Photos)

25Feb

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Beyonce and Jennifer Lopez pay tribute to Kobe and Gigi Bryant with nail art (See Photos)

Beyonce and Jennifer Lopez chose to honor Kobe and Gigi Bryant with their nail art during the memorial ceremony for the two held on February 24 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. Beyonce, who opened the event with a performance, had her nails adorned to honor Kobe and Gigi. Her nails featured the word "Kobe" on one hand and "Gigi" on the other, while also painted in purple to reflect the Lakers' team colors. In a similar fashion, Jennifer Lopez also paid tribute to Kobe and Gigi by incorporating their basketball jersey numbers, "24" and "2", on the index finger of each nail. Priyanka Chopra also paid tribute to Kobe by adorning her nail with his jersey number "24."

25Feb

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The Suspension of Oluwo of Iwo Accepted

The Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrasheed Akanbi, has finally accepted the six months suspension handed down to him by the Osun State Traditional Rulers Council. The council, in a meeting presided over by the Ooni of Ife, suspended the monarch from attending its meetings over his alleged faceoff with the Agbowu of Ogbaagbaa, Oba Dhikurulahi Akinropo. Despite initially describing the suspension as ''Audio," insisting he's still on the throne and didn't need to attend their meetings, he appears to have had a change of heart as he has now accepted the decision of the council. The Secretary to the Oluwo in Council, Kamoru Ademola, issued a statement saying that the Council regretted the incident that transpired between Oluwo and the Agbowu of Ogbaagbaa, Oba Dhikurulahi A...

China Implements Ban on Eating and Trading of Wild Animals in Response to Coronavirus

25Feb

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China Implements Ban on Eating and Trading of Wild Animals in Response to Coronavirus

In response to experts linking the coronavirus epidemic to the consumption of wild animals, the Chinese government has passed a proposal to ban the eating and trading of all wild animals. The move is aimed at 'safeguarding public health and ecological security.' The proposal, submitted to the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress (NPC), aims to completely ban the eating of wild animals and crack down on illegal wildlife trade, according to the official Xinhua news agency. The People's Daily, a state-controlled newspaper, emphasized the urgency of the ban given the current global epidemic, with at least 2,628 lives lost and over 79,700 infected worldwide. Health experts suspect that the disease may have o...

Villagers not herdsmen caused the gridlock in Edo State

25Feb

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Villagers not herdsmen caused the gridlock in Edo State

The gridlock experienced in Edo State last weekend on the route from Okada to Ore in Ondo State was caused by villagers and not herdsmen. The incident was sparked by the discovery of the corpse of a villager named Adebayo Abudu, which had been kidnapped and found by the police. The family of the deceased seized the corpse and laid it on the highway in protest over his death, leading to the gridlock. Contrary to earlier claims on social media, it has emerged that the gridlock was not caused by Fulani herdsmen but rather by the villagers. The situation was eventually resolved after a joint team of police and soldiers intervened at the scene.

Vanessa Bryant pays emotional tribute to Kobe and Gianna at their memorial service (Videos)

25Feb

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Vanessa Bryant pays emotional tribute to Kobe and Gianna at their memorial service (Videos)

Vanessa Bryant has paid an emotional tribute to her late husband Kobe and daughter Gianna at their memorial service. Speaking on Monday at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, Vanessa who fought back tears started by thanking the crowd before mourning the loss of her daughter. "Thank you so much for being here. It means so much to us, the outpouring of love and support from around the world has been so uplifting," she said before sharing memories first of Gianna. "My baby girl, Gianna Bryant, is an amazingly sweet and gentle soul, she would kiss me every morning and every night." "She was daddy's girl but I know she loved mama, and she would always show me and tell me how much she loved me," she continued. "She was one of my very best friends." "Her smile took up her en...