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Actress Jennifer Omole is dead

The death of actress Jennifer Omole has been confirmed, as reported by her colleague Uche Ogbodo. Nollywood actress Jennifer Omole passed away on January 3, 2020. Uche Ogbodo shared a tribute to Jennifer, expressing her deep sorrow at the loss. She wrote, "On 3rd January My Dearest Friend @jenniferomole Passed On. I’m Hurting Deep In My Heart but Only God Knows Best. Pls Say A Rest In Peace Prayer for My Girl."

Actor Junior Pope gets a car gift from E-Money and Kcee (photos)

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Actor Junior Pope gets a car gift from E-Money and Kcee (photos)

The celebrity Junior Pope has received a car gift from E-Money and Kcee. He and his family have been presented with a Lexus car, marking a great start to the new year for them. Junior Pope expressed his gratitude on Instagram, referring to Kcee and E-Money as friends who have become like brothers to him. He specifically mentioned that the car gift was for his son and extended his thanks and blessings to the generous brothers. The actor's post on Instagram displays his deep appreciation for the unexpected gift. He also requested for God's continuous blessings and protection on the donors. He conveyed his heartfelt thanks and birthday wishes to them and their families in the post. The post also includes multiple images of the car gifted to Junior Pope and his family.

Mass arrest of more than 50 individuals suspected of homosexual activities at a gathering in Kano

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Mass arrest of more than 50 individuals suspected of homosexual activities at a gathering in Kano

According to reports, over 50 individuals suspected of homosexual activities were apprehended by the Sharia Police, also known as Hisbah, at an event held in Sabuwar-Gandu Quarters within Kano metropolis. The men were taken into custody before the commencement of the event on allegations of gathering as homosexuals to celebrate their unity. Conversely, the individuals, who are recent graduates, maintain that the gathering was organized to mark their graduation from a tertiary institution. Mallam Tasiu, a senior commander of Hisbah, verified the arrest and claimed that the individuals had invited their same-sex partners to the gathering. Tasiu disclosed that the men were apprehended based on gathered intelligence, and mentioned that they are presently undergoing reorientation pr...

Angry Mob Strikes Back at Fire Station following Devastating Market Fire in Oyo

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Angry Mob Strikes Back at Fire Station following Devastating Market Fire in Oyo

Following a devastating fire that engulfed the popular Akesan market in Oyo State during the early hours of Sunday, an angry mob in the ancient town of Akesan took out their frustrations on a local fire station. Akesan market is renowned for its wide range of offerings including food items, local artifacts, clothing materials, and household utensils. The fire resulted in the destruction of goods and valuables worth millions of Naira. According to eyewitnesses, the inferno started around 12:30 am. The exact cause of the fire is yet to be confirmed, but some individuals speculated that it may have been sparked by an electrical issue. Despite fervent efforts to extinguish the fire, traders were left devastated as it continued to rage. Reports indicated that the firefighters from ...

Appeal for Information Regarding Woman Found Unconscious by the Roadside in Anambra

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Appeal for Information Regarding Woman Found Unconscious by the Roadside in Anambra

On the morning of December 31, a woman was discovered unconscious by the roadside along the Agulu / Ekwulobia road at Nkwo Agu, Nanka. She was subsequently taken to Ofu Obi General Hospital in Nanka, where she has been under medical care since then. The following morning, January 1, 2020, the woman regained consciousness, albeit with some cognitive impairment, and identified herself as Chinyere from Agulu. However, the attempts to verify her identity have been unsuccessful. A group called Nanka Forum has been providing medical and financial support for her care and is seeking the public's help in identifying the patient. Any information about her family can be shared by contacting 0813 669 7979.

Donald Trump’s Statement on Military Equipment and Potential Iranian Attack

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Donald Trump’s Statement on Military Equipment and Potential Iranian Attack

According to President Donald Trump, the US government has invested two trillion Dollars in acquiring new military equipment. In the event of an Iranian attack on an American base or any American individual, the US will respond forcefully without hesitation. These statements were made in response to the Iranian government's claim of identifying 35 US targets for potential retaliatory strikes following the death of Qasem Soleiman, a commander in the Revolutionary Guards, in a US-ordered airstrike. This follows Trump's previous tweet, in which he warned that any Iranian attacks on Americans or American assets would result in swift and forceful strikes on 52 Iranian sites, representing the 52 American hostages taken by Iran many year...

“No other person needs sex education than a Northern Nigerian girl” – Nigerian man writes on rampant cases of teenage pregnancy in the North

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“No other person needs sex education than a Northern Nigerian girl” – Nigerian man writes on rampant cases of teenage pregnancy in the North

A Nigerian man recently took to Facebook to express the urgent need for sex education in Northern Nigeria, particularly for young girls. This comes on the heels of reports about the escalating rates of teenage pregnancy in the region. Aliyu Jalal, a graduate of Ahmadu Bello University, highlighted the significance of sex education in his post, prompted by the enactment of a local government bye-law in Jigawa State. The bye-law prohibits members of the opposite sex from meeting at night due to the high prevalence of out-of-wedlock pregnancies among girls in the Kirikasamma Local Government Area. In his impassioned statement, Jalal emphasized the disproportionate burden that falls on Northern Nigerian girls in cases of unwanted pregnancies, lamenting the enduring shame and stigma they oft...

Woman ordered to pay $200k for damaging ex-boyfriend’s reputation on Instagram after their relationship ended

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Woman ordered to pay $200k for damaging ex-boyfriend’s reputation on Instagram after their relationship ended

A significant amount of $200,000 has been ordered to be paid by a Canadian woman to her ex-boyfriend. She was found guilty of damaging his reputation on various social media platforms, including Instagram. The case was presented by Brandon Rook against his ex-girlfriend, Noelle Halcrow. This occurred after Halcrow continuously attacked him online following the on-and-off end of their relationship in August 2016. Halcrow’s actions involved creating multiple defamatory posts about Rook for a year, which accused him of being a drunk, a cheater, and having various STDs. She also sent threatening text messages to Rook, stating that she would create new derogatory posts should he ask for the removal of the existing ones. During the hearing, Halcrow denied creating the fake profil...

Tragic Incident: Suspected Militants Allegedly Kill Nigerian Navy Officer in Rivers State

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Tragic Incident: Suspected Militants Allegedly Kill Nigerian Navy Officer in Rivers State

Reports suggest that a brave Nigerian Navy officer has been tragically killed by suspected militants in Rivers State. According to a former classmate of the officer, Ubaidullah Yahaya Kaura, who shared the heartbreaking news on Facebook, Usman Muhammad Maiyaki Kaura, hailing from Zamfara State, was allegedly killed while on duty by a militant group in Port Harcourt earlier today. "Innalillahi wainnah ilaihi Rajiun It's indeed shocking. I just received the sad news of the demise of our gallant primary classmate, Usman Muhammad Maiyaki Kaura, a member of the Nigerian Navy of 22ak and 69regular Rivers state. He was killed today by the militant group in Port Harcourt while on duty serving his country. May Allah forgive his shortcomings and grant him Aljannatul firdausi. My last chat ...

Tragic Death of Nigerian Navy Officer Allegedly at the Hands of Suspected Militants in Rivers State

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Tragic Death of Nigerian Navy Officer Allegedly at the Hands of Suspected Militants in Rivers State

Suspected militants in Rivers State are believed to have taken the life of a brave Nigerian Navy officer. Usman Muhammad Maiyaki Kaura, from Zamfara State, a former classmate of the deceased officer, shared the heartbreaking news on Facebook that the officer was allegedly killed in the line of duty by a militant group in Port Harcourt earlier today. "Innalillahi wainnah ilaihi Rajiun It's indeed shocking. I just received the sad news of the passing of our gallant primary classmate Usman Muhammad Maiyaki Kaura, a member of the Nigerian Navy of 22ak and 69regular Rivers state. He was killed today by the militant group at portharcourt while on duty serving his country. May Allah forgive his shortcomings and grant him Aljannatul firdausi. My last chat with him was on 1st Ja...