Tanzanian Pastor, Boniface Mwamposa arrested after 20 people were killed in a stampede in his church
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Tanzanian Pastor, Boniface Mwamposa arrested after 20 people were killed in a stampede in his church

The arrest of Pastor Boniface Mwamposa by the Tanzanian government comes after a stampede in his church in the northern Tanzanian city of Moshi claimed the lives of 20 people and left many others injured.   The leader of the Arise and Shine Ministry Tanzania, a popular preacher, was apprehended in Dar es Salaam as he was about to board a flight to the capital city for a prayer service at another branch of his church subsequent to the tragic incident.   Kippi Warioba, the Moshi district commissioner, informed Reuters news agency that the stampede occurred as people rushed to receive "healing" by stepping on an anointing oil poured on the floor by the Pastor.     Warioba stated, "Twenty people died and 16 others were injured in the incident. Five of those killed were children. The...
Lai Mohammed Clarifies Intentions Behind Social Media Sanitization Efforts Despite Previous Denials
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Lai Mohammed Clarifies Intentions Behind Social Media Sanitization Efforts Despite Previous Denials

Reversing his previous denial of the existence of the Social Media bill during an interview with DW's Tim Sebastian, Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, emphasized that the government's efforts to sanitize social media do not aim to stifle the media. The Minister made this statement in Abuja on Monday, February 3rd, while hosting the Finnish Ambassador to Nigeria, Dr. Jyrki Pulkkinen, and the Ambassador of Innovation of the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Finland, Mr. Jarmo Sareva. They were on an advocacy visit to promote the ideals of the Freedom Online Coalition. He emphasized that the government's response to the "irresponsible use of the social media to promote fake news and hate speech by some unscrupulous individuals" involves collaborating...
Mo’Nique Expresses Concerns About Oprah Winfrey’s Alleged Disparities in Dealing with Accusers
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Mo’Nique Expresses Concerns About Oprah Winfrey’s Alleged Disparities in Dealing with Accusers

For years, there has been ongoing tension between Mo'nique and Oprah Winfrey, and it seems to be far from resolved.   In the latest development, actress Mo'Nique directed a message to Oprah, once again raising concerns about the media mogul's actions. This time her focus was on Oprah's involvement in #MeToo, accusing Oprah of making her life "harder."   In a lengthy open letter posted on Instagram, Mo'Nique revealed her sense of obligation to write to Oprah after observing what she perceives as unequal treatment of people facing similar allegations. She expressed disappointment in Oprah's alleged treatment of people "accused of the same" crimes and called it "hypocritical."   Recalling Oprah's comments on the sexual harassment allegations against Harvey ...
INEC office in Imo gutted by fire, weeks after Supreme court sacked Ihedioha
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INEC office in Imo gutted by fire, weeks after Supreme court sacked Ihedioha

A fire has engulfed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) office in Orlu, Imo State, just weeks after Emeka Ihedioha was removed as governor by the Supreme Court and replaced by Hope Uzodinma. The spokesperson of the state police command, Orlando Ikeokwu, confirmed the incident, stating that the cause of the fire is still unknown and under investigation. "I can confirm the incident to you, but the cause of the fire outbreak is unknown for now. The state commissioner of police has dispatched security operatives to the scene of the incident. The deputy commissioner of Police in charge of operations led the squad to the scene," he informed newsmen. This unfortunate event comes in the wake of significant political changes in the state and has raised concerns about electoral ...
My name is Nathaniel Samuel- Man caught with bomb in Kaduna church insists (video)
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My name is Nathaniel Samuel- Man caught with bomb in Kaduna church insists (video)

The man caught with a bomb in Kaduna church insists his name is Nathaniel Samuel. Nathaniel, a 30-year-old man, was arrested on Sunday, February 1st at the Sabon Tasha branch of Living Faith Church. Despite social media speculations, he claims to be a Christian and not Mohammed Nasiru Sani, as rumored online. Paraded before newsmen at the Kaduna state police command on Monday, February 3rd, Nathaniel mentioned that he was even supposed to be a pastor in the church, having attended the Leadership and Training Institute of the Living Faith Church Worldwide, Word of Faith Bible Institute. He denied the claims of his name being Mohammed, emphasizing that his name is indeed Nathaniel. This declaration came amidst arguments on Twitter and former Aviation Minister, Femi Fani-Kayode's tweet exp...
There's no evidence garlic and rinsing of nose with saline can prevent coronavirus – WHO
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There's no evidence garlic and rinsing of nose with saline can prevent coronavirus – WHO

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has dismissed the idea that garlic and saline can protect against the coronavirus. The WHO shared infographics on its Instagram page to dispel various myths and rumours surrounding the 2019-nCoV. According to the international health organization, although garlic is a healthy food with antimicrobial properties, there is no evidence that it can prevent coronavirus. Additionally, there is no evidence to support the claim that regularly rinsing the nose with saline can protect against the new coronavirus.  
In celebration of his wife Gloria’s 56th birthday, Mike Bamiloye thanks God for turning down his previous marriage proposals to other women
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In celebration of his wife Gloria’s 56th birthday, Mike Bamiloye thanks God for turning down his previous marriage proposals to other women

Renowned clergyman, Mike Bamiloye, expresses his gratitude to God as his wife, Gloria, celebrates her 56th birthday after 31 years of marriage.   In a post shared on his Instagram page, Pastor Mike, who leads the popular Christian drama group Mount Zion Faith Drama Ministry, specifically thanks God for allowing the previous ladies he approached for marriage to decline his proposal. According to him, Gloria is the ordained woman for him. Read his post below HALLELUYAH!!! THE GIRL IS 56 TODAY. Only God Can Give a Man a Good Wife. If I have not Found Jesus Christ, I would have missed YOU!. Because WHEN I knew I had a Call of God on My Life, I knew I would never succeed in Life unless I got it Right in the Place of Marriage. I knew I could Marry just any Sister and just have some Childr...
Femi Falana reveals an ex-governor in South West states had a killer squad
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Femi Falana reveals an ex-governor in South West states had a killer squad

Femi Falana, a renowned Nigerian Human rights lawyer, disclosed that he is aware of an ex-governor in one of the South West states who had a killer squad led by a police officer serving as the governor's Chief Security Officer at the time.   Falana, without mentioning the governor's name, alleged that one of the individuals targeted by the governor's killer squad was a "World Bank Expert".    The lawyer made these remarks on Monday, February 3rd, during his speech at the inaugural memorial public lecture in honor of the late Prof. Olumuyiwa Awe at the Trenchard Hall, University of Ibadan.   Delving into the importance of state police, Falana stated;   “Many citizens are opposed to the creation of state police for the fear that it may be used to haunt political opponents of some stat...
Rescue Operation: SARS Saves Kidnap Victims While Abductors Are Absent (Watch Video)
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Rescue Operation: SARS Saves Kidnap Victims While Abductors Are Absent (Watch Video)

A viral video on social media captured the moment when Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) operatives rescued several kidnap victims. The rescue took place while the victims' abductors were absent. SARS operatives were alerted by concerned citizens and swiftly acted to rescue the victims. During the rescue, a male victim, whose eyes and hands were bound, disclosed that the abduction occurred the previous night. He also revealed that the kidnappers had sexually assaulted the female victim. It remains uncertain whether the perpetrators of this heinous act have been apprehended. Watch the video below for more details.