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The House of Reps speaker, Femi Gbajabiamila, urges the US to assist in defeating Boko Haram
12Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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The House of Reps speaker, Femi Gbajabiamila, urges the US to assist in defeating Boko Haram

During a meeting with the US Ambassador to Nigeria, Mary Leonard, in Abuja on February 11, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabimila, appealed to the United States government for assistance in defeating insurgency and other security challenges plaguing Nigeria. Gbajabiamila expressed the concerns of Nigerians regarding the persistent insecurity and their hope for support from the United States. Additionally, he commended the US Government's decision to repatriate over $300m Abacha loot. He raised questions about the American intervention in addressing insurgency, the impact of the Layee Act on international organizations' operations, and the status of the Tucano jets Nigeria paid for. Gbajabiamila emphasized the house and Nigerians' apprehension ...
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Singer Keri Hilson delivers epic clapback to Instagram troll who said she’s ‘washed up’
12Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Singer Keri Hilson delivers epic clapback to Instagram troll who said she’s ‘washed up’

Keri Hilson, the American singer, recently shut down a troll on Instagram who claimed that her career is over. The troll commented on a post from Jan. 19, saying, "Your career over with you ain't have a hit in 9 years you washed up." In response, Hilson delivered an epic clapback, acknowledging the comment and stating, “Chiiile, I KNOW! You’re probably trying to hurt my feelings w/ that but I’ve long accepted I’m in that category…for now.” She also clarified that she hasn't released any new music in recent years, emphasizing that her career is far from over and hinted at an upcoming album release this year. Hilson's confident and straightforward response garnered attention and praise from her fans. It also serves as a reminder that she is gearing up for a return to the music scene with ...
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Arrest of Suspected Kidnapper with N1.7m in Plateau
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Arrest of Suspected Kidnapper with N1.7m in Plateau

A man suspected of being involved in a series of kidnappings between Nasarawa and Kaduna States was apprehended at a checkpoint in Ankwa village of Sanga Local Government Area of Plateau State by troops of Operation Safe Heaven (OPSH). He was paraded alongside the sum of N1,789,000 which was recovered from him.   Riding on a motorcycle, the suspect, allegedly a member of a gang of eight, attempted to bribe the troops during a stop-and-search. The bribe was turned down.   Major General Augustine Agundu, the commander of the operation, informed the media that the money recovered from the suspect constituted his share of the ransom obtained from the victims by him and his gang.   Identifying himself as Jafaru Shuaibu, the suspect admitted that the money belonged to him and claimed to ha...
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Tragic Death and Burial of 18-year-old Seminarian in Kaduna
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Tragic Death and Burial of 18-year-old Seminarian in Kaduna

An 18-year-old seminarian, named Michael Nnadi, studying at the Good Shepherd Catholic Major Seminary in Kaduna State, was buried on Tuesday, February 11, after being killed by kidnappers.   Nnadi, along with three other seminarians, was abducted from their hostel by kidnappers on January 10, 2020, and taken to an undisclosed location. While the other three victims were later released from captivity, Nnadi was not as fortunate as he was killed, and his body was discovered along the Kaduna-Abuja highway on February 2nd.   Friends, family, and colleagues of the deceased were overwhelmed with grief as his remains were laid to rest at the school’s cemetery.     The funeral service, which was attended b...
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Students Assist in Transporting Their Classmate to School Following Refusal to Attend Classes Despite Tuition Being Paid by His Parents
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Students Assist in Transporting Their Classmate to School Following Refusal to Attend Classes Despite Tuition Being Paid by His Parents

One student was escorted to school by peers in Enugu Ezike, Enugu State, upon request from the student's parents.   As per Chukwunonso Peter, the student had been reluctant to attend school even after his parents had settled his fees, prompting them to enlist the help of his classmates in ensuring his presence at school.  
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The Tragic Murder of a Couple in Umuahia: Scheduled Burial for Victims
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The Tragic Murder of a Couple in Umuahia: Scheduled Burial for Victims

The upcoming burial of the couple, who were tragically shot in front of their three children in Umuahia, is scheduled to take place on March 7th in Afikpo Ugwuegu Ubam.   The Abia State Police Command apprehended and publicly presented an armed robbery gang responsible for the brutal killing of Mr. and Mrs. Darlington Chinyere Uzoma. The incident occurred along Secretariat Road, Ogwurube Layout, Umuahia, following a robbery where the culprits stole the day’s earnings from the victims.
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Nigerian man allegedly kills his relative during a brawl in South Africa over failed business transaction (video)
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Nigerian man allegedly kills his relative during a brawl in South Africa over failed business transaction (video)

The South African police have arrested a Nigerian man, Batista, for the alleged murder of his relative, Ide, during a brawl over a failed business transaction. The incident occurred in Kempton Park on Monday, February 10th, at 7:30 pm according to a statement by the President of Nigeria Citizens Association South Africa, NICASA, Ben Okoli. NICASA received information that the two Nigerians, who are related and from Orlu Senatorial zone of Imo State, engaged in a fight that resulted in Ide's death. Preliminary investigation revealed that the disagreement over money owed to a creditor led to a physical altercation between Batista and Ide. Batista, the senior of the two relatives, allegedly struck Ide with a brick, causing him to fall and hit his head on the ground. Ide was taken to Arwyp H...
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School Proprietor Arrested in Delta for Allegedly Raping Corps Member
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School Proprietor Arrested in Delta for Allegedly Raping Corps Member

Delta state's Police have apprehended a school proprietor for reportedly sexually assaulting a female National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member in his residence. State Commissioner of Police, Hafiz Mohammed, informed the media that Michael Anigholor, the owner of Grace Life International School in Oghara-Efe, Ethiope East Local government area, was apprehended after a female corps member lodged a complaint. According to the police chief, the suspect allegedly took advantage of the corps member during her visit to the school for her primary assignment. "On 14/01/2020 at about 1100hrs, the complainant, a Youth Corper posted to Grace Life International School, Oghata-Efe alleged that on 9th January 2020, she went to report at the school for her primary ...
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"The only repentant Boko Haram is a dead one" Reno Omokri says as he condemns the government for releasing 1,400 "repentant" Boko Haram suspects
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"The only repentant Boko Haram is a dead one" Reno Omokri says as he condemns the government for releasing 1,400 "repentant" Boko Haram suspects

The release of 1,400 "repentant" Boko Haram suspects by the government has drawn strong criticism from Reno Omokri, who believes that the only repentant Boko Haram member is a dead one. The former aide of ex-president Goodluck Jonathan expressed his opposition to the pardon granted to the suspects, questioning how the families of victims killed by these terrorists would feel. He also highlighted a case of a pardoned Boko Haram member who went on to kill numerous Nigerians after being released. Reno criticized the government's decision, citing the release of 1400 "repentant" Boko Haram members while pointing out the lack of rehabilitation camps for the widows and orphaned children of soldiers killed by the terrorist group. He emphasized that the only just outcome for repentant Boko Haram...
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Blac Chyna’s Potential Pregnancy: A Hint or a Joke?
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Blac Chyna’s Potential Pregnancy: A Hint or a Joke?

Speculations arise as Blac Chyna hints at expecting her third child.   She took to Instagram to share an ultrasound photo with the caption: "Blessed 2020."   Shortly after, the post was deleted, but not before screenshots had been captured.     Blac Chyna is already a mother to two children from previous relationships: she shares her 7-year-old son King Cairo with rapper Tyga and her 3-year-old daughter Dream with Rob Kardashian. The question of whether she is indeed expecting her third child remains unanswered.
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