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A Nigerian man’s home, who is the alleged killer of a relative in South Africa, reportedly burnt down by angry youths

13Feb

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A Nigerian man’s home, who is the alleged killer of a relative in South Africa, reportedly burnt down by angry youths

Reports indicate that the residence of Nwazugbo Nsofor, the man allegedly responsible for the death of his relative, Ife Odenigbo, during a fight in South Africa, has been set on fire by angered youths in Amorie village, Orlu West Local Government Area of Imo State. A video depicting a physical altercation between the two individuals surfaced online on Tuesday February 11th. The footage shows Nwazugbo picking up a brick to strike Ife, leading to his collapse. Ife was rushed to the hospital where he passed away after a few hours. (Read here). In reaction to the incident, relatives of the deceased, who are from Amorie village, Ubulu community, reportedly gathered at Nsofor's Etiti village within the same community, and set the suspect's house on fire. Confirming the occ...

Mya, the singer, has tied the knot with an undisclosed man in the Seychelles island nation

13Feb

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Mya, the singer, has tied the knot with an undisclosed man in the Seychelles island nation

Surprising her fans, the American singer Mya recently married a mystery man in Seychelles in December 2019. Recently obtained photos released by TMZ show the 40-year-old singer in a white gown and veil as she posed on the sandy shores. While it remains unknown who Mya's husband is, she has been linked to NFL players DeSean Jackson and Larry Johnson, as well as music artists The Game and Jay-Z, prior to Beyonce. In the past few years, Mya has maintained a low profile and made guest appearances on VH1 series Girls Cruise. Reportedly, this is Mya's first marriage.

‘Buhari Is Ignorant Of The Situation – Reno Omokri

13Feb

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‘Buhari Is Ignorant Of The Situation – Reno Omokri

Reno Omokri, former aide to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan, has reacted as Boko Haram attacked Borno State shortly after President Muhammadu Buhari’s visit. Omokri said the latest attack has exposed Buhari as “clueless” and a decoration. Recall that the terrorist group had on Sunday stormed Auno village near Maiduguri at about 9:50 pm destroying about 18 vehicles while killing 30 people. Following the incident, Buhari had flown to Maiduguri from Addis Ababa in Ethiopia where he attended African Union Summit. But Boko Haram struck again in Jiddari-Polo area, near Maiduguri, shortly after the president’s visit. Reacting to the latest attack, Omokri said Buhari has no answers to Nigeria’s security challenge. In a tweet, Omokri wrote: “To show you how impotent General @MBuhari is at sol...

13Feb

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A New Perspective on Sexual Intercourse

A newlywed shared his unconventional views on sexual intercourse, claiming that moaning during the act is sinful for both men and women. He recounted an experience where he took his wife for deliverance after she moaned during sex, and since then, she now hums hymns silently instead. According to Uzor Obinna Marvelous, who tied the knot earlier this year, moaning during sex is considered "wrong and ungodly" for Christian couples. Marvelous expressed that men do not appreciate women moaning during sexual intercourse, deeming it as a clear indication of carnality and a lack of self-control. He even suggested that men who moan have likely been engaging with sex workers. He further stated his belief that women who invoke the name of God or Jesus during sex, or speak ...

President Buhari Urges Borno Leaders to Assist in Combating Boko Haram

13Feb

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President Buhari Urges Borno Leaders to Assist in Combating Boko Haram

President Buhari visited Borno State on Wednesday, February 12, to offer condolences following the Boko Haram attack that resulted in the loss of 30 lives in the Auno community of Konduga Local Government Area. During the visit, he appealed to local leaders in Borno to lend support to the fight against Boko Haram insurgents. At the condolence visit, the Nigerian leader emphasized that Boko Haram cannot carry out attacks in the state without the knowledge of local leaders. He stressed that the local leadership bears the responsibility for security in their respective areas. Buhari further stated, “Boko Haram or whatever they are cannot come to Maiduguri or its environs without the local leadership knowing; the local leadership is in charge of security in their own respectiv...

Manchester United Bans Odion Ighalo from Training Ground Due to Coronavirus Concerns

13Feb

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Manchester United Bans Odion Ighalo from Training Ground Due to Coronavirus Concerns

Concerns over a potential coronavirus risk have led to Odion Ighalo being banned from Manchester United’s training ground. The Nigerian international traveled from China to the UK to finalize his move from Chinese club Shanghai Shenhua, prompting the decision to conduct his training away from United’s AON Training Complex as a health and safety precaution. Additionally, Ighalo did not join the United squad for a training camp in Spain due to concerns about potential restrictions on his re-entry to the UK. Reportedly, United opted to enforce the precautionary measure of having Ighalo train separately from the club's Carrington base for the required 14-day incubation period. Explaining the decision to leave Ighalo out of the warm-weather traini...

Tragedy in Benue as Man Kills Wife over N5,000 Debt

13Feb

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Tragedy in Benue as Man Kills Wife over N5,000 Debt

According to reports from the Benue State Police command, a man identified as Ejiro Patrick was arrested for the tragic death of his wife. The incident occurred during a heated argument at their residence in Tyomu community of Makurdi, the state capital. Witnesses claimed that despite their attempts to intervene, the man was relentless in beating his wife. They eventually sought police assistance, but by the time they arrived, the woman had succumbed to her injuries. Confirming the incident, police spokesperson Catherine Anene revealed that the suspect, a fisherman from Delta State, and his late wife, a Benue native, were involved in a dispute over N5,000. The wife had reportedly failed to remit the money after selling some items for the family. Anene also me...

An Inferno Destroys Part of Former President Obasanjo’s Residence (Watch Video)

13Feb

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An Inferno Destroys Part of Former President Obasanjo’s Residence (Watch Video)

A fire engulfed a section of former President Olusegun Obasanjo's residence in Ogun State late yesterday, February 12. The fire started around 9.30pm at a section of the house located in the Ita-Eko area of the state and is suspected to have been triggered by a power surge. The extent of the damage caused by the fire is yet to be ascertained, however, it was reported that members of the community assisted domestic workers in extinguishing the flames. Fatai Adefala, the Director of Fire Service in Ogun State, confirmed the incident, stating that only the store in the building was affected by the fire. He also revealed that fire service officials successfully put out the fire after responding to distress calls at around 10:00pm. Below is a video from the scene of the incident;...

Confirmation of the First Case of Coronavirus in London

13Feb

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Confirmation of the First Case of Coronavirus in London

London has reported its first case of coronavirus, adding to the total number of confirmed cases in the UK, which now stands at nine. The patient, believed to be a woman, contracted the virus in China and was diagnosed upon arrival at a London airport, marking the first incidence of coronavirus in the capital, as reported by the Standard UK. The individual is currently receiving treatment at Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospital in London. Chief medical officer Professor Chris Whitty announced the latest case of the virus, also known as Covid-19, in a statement on Wednesday evening. He stated: “One more patient in England has tested positive for novel coronavirus (COVID-19), bringing the total number of cases in the UK to nine. “This virus was transmitted in China and the patien...

The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Timpre Sylva, Announces Discovery of One Billion Barrels of Crude Oil in Northeast

13Feb

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The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Timpre Sylva, Announces Discovery of One Billion Barrels of Crude Oil in Northeast

Announcing a significant discovery, the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Timipre Sylva revealed that approximately one billion barrels of crude oil have been found in the Northeast region of Nigeria. During the conclusion of the 2020 Nigeria International Petroleum Summit (NIPS) in Abuja on Wednesday, February 12, Sylva emphasized the importance of further exploration within the country, expressing confidence in the potential for additional oil discoveries in the area. According to Sylva, the evaluation results indicate a potential reserve of about a billion barrels in the northeast, shedding light on the geological structure of the region. Regarding the passage of the Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB), Sylva stated, "We are banking on the fact today, to make that promise on th...