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She promised to show me the power of a woman – LASEMA boss says as he drags ex-lover to court over N45m property
1Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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She promised to show me the power of a woman – LASEMA boss says as he drags ex-lover to court over N45m property

The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) Director-General, Oke-Osanyintolu, has taken legal action against his ex-lover, Ms Olaide Ibraheem, regarding their dispute over ownership of a property located at No.1 Baba Yusuf Close in Alausa, Lagos. Ibraheem was initially arraigned before the Igbosere High Court on May 22, 2017, on charges including forgery, forcible entry, and criminal damage of the property. These charges were in connection to the disputed property allegedly belonging to Oke-Osanyintolu. During the trial, the LASEMA boss' personal assistant and a signature expert testified in court, while Ibraheem called in six witnesses, including a surveyor and a police officer. Oke-Sanyitolu claimed that he made payment for the N45m property in installments through his pers...
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Dramatic Scenes of Celebration in London as the UK Formally Exits EU after 47 Years
1Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Dramatic Scenes of Celebration in London as the UK Formally Exits EU after 47 Years

As the United Kingdom officially left the European Union at 12 am on Saturday morning, scenes of celebration erupted in London, giving effect to the result of the 2016 EU membership referendum.   Having been a member of the EU bloc for 47 years, British citizens expressed their excitement as thousands of people waved British flags in London's Parliament Square to mark Brexit.                        Following January 31, 2020, a transition period until the end of 2020 will be in place for the UK and EU to negotiate additional arrangements. The current rules on trade, travel, and business for the UK and EU will continue to apply during the transition period, although the UK will no longer be represented in the bloc's institutions.                            Promising to unite the UK ...
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Bishop Oyedepo Speaks On USA Visa Issue
1Feb By Ahmed AfolabiNo Comments
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Bishop Oyedepo Speaks On USA Visa Issue

Bishop David Oyedepo, the senior pastor of the Living Faith Church Worldwide, has denied reports claiming he was refused a visa by the US Embassy. Earlier yesterday, Thisday newspaper published a report claiming the clergyman was denied a visa at the United States embassy in Lagos state. However, a statement released by the Chairman of the church’s editorial and media board, Prof. Sheriff Folarin, said Oyedepo was never at the US Embassy or Consulate on Thursday and was never denied a visa. Read the statement below Mainstream and online media spaces this morning were abuzz with the news that Bishop David Oyedepo was denied entry visa to the United States on Thursday, January 30, 2020. We wish to put it on record and categorically submit that this piece of information is NOT TRUE. At...
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Trump administration announces addition of Nigeria & 5 other countries to Travel ban list
1Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Trump administration announces addition of Nigeria & 5 other countries to Travel ban list

On Friday night, the US State Department declared the inclusion of six new countries in its travel ban list.   President Trump signed a proclamation on Friday, imposing visa restrictions on citizens from Eritrea, Myanmar, Kyrgyzstan, and Nigeria - the most populous country in Africa.   Sudan and Tanzania will also be prohibited from participating in the diversity visa lottery, while the six countries will join the existing list of seven nations facing significant travel restrictions under President Trump’s original travel ban issued in 2017, which includes Iran, Libya, Somalia, Syria, Yemen, Venezuela, and North Korea.   However, visitors from the newly added nations can still enter the US for business or pleasure, unlike travelers from the original five countries.                   ...
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Watchdog Advises Russians: No Kissing or Hugging Due to Coronavirus
1Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Watchdog Advises Russians: No Kissing or Hugging Due to Coronavirus

The country's consumer health watchdog has urged Russians to avoid traditional greetings such as handshakes, kisses, and hugs. They are also advised to wear medical masks in crowded public places.   Despite imposing border restrictions to prevent the spread of the virus from China, Russia has not yet confirmed any coronavirus cases. The state watchdog, Rospotrebnadzor, instructed Russian businesses employing Chinese nationals to extend their holidays if the employees are in China.   Additional recommendations to Russians include tying back long hair, refraining from touching public door knobs and banisters, and avoiding close contact with people exhibiting flu symptoms.   Russia has closed its land borders with China to pedestrians and vehicles. Meanwhile, China reported a death toll...
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Exploitation Claims by Singer Kelis Against Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo
1Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Exploitation Claims by Singer Kelis Against Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo

American singer-songwriter, Kelis, has alleged exploitation by The Neptunes’ Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo during the release of her first two albums.   The 40-year-old singer revealed that the duo assisted in producing her debut album Kaleidoscope, which was released in 1999, as well as her second studio album, Wanderland, which was released in 2001. However, she claims to have received “nothing” from the releases, asserting that she was “blatantly lied to and tricked.” In a recent interview with The Guardian, the ex-wife of legendary rapper Nas expressed her initial belief that The Neptunes provided a “pure” and “creative safe space” during the production of her first album. Recounting her experience at the age of 19, Kelis stated, “It ended up not being that at all. I wa...
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'Man U. fans react to the signing of Odion Ighalo – "He has bought a new laptop for the Babalawo"
1Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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'Man U. fans react to the signing of Odion Ighalo – "He has bought a new laptop for the Babalawo"

Reports from Sky Sports indicate that Manchester United have secured a deal with Shanghai Shenhua of China to bring in Nigerian forward Odion Ighalo, just hours before the transfer deadline. According to various sources in England, Ighalo has been acquired on a six-month loan agreement and is expected to arrive in Manchester on Saturday morning to finalize the signing with the club.   However, there has been a mixed reaction from Twitter users in response to the news. Some believe that he truly deserves such a significant move in his career and feel that Manchester United is taking no risk with the deal, while others believe that Manchester United should not have waited until the last hour to sign a striker when they had a month to make signings. See ...
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Ighalo Makes History as the First Nigerian to Sign for Manchester United, Set to Earn £130,000 (N62m) per Week
1Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Ighalo Makes History as the First Nigerian to Sign for Manchester United, Set to Earn £130,000 (N62m) per Week

Social media is currently buzzing with the announcement of Odion Ighalo's surprising transfer to Manchester United. The English football giants finalized a deal with Shanghai Shenhua of China late on Friday night to sign Ighalo on a six-month contract, marking him as the first Nigerian to officially join the senior men's team.   Ighalo, who hails from Ajegunle and has had spells at Udinese and Watford, is reported to be earning approximately £130,000 (N62m) per week during his six-month tenure at the club.   The agreement does not include an option to make the deal permanent, indicating that Manchester United has no obligation to retain him beyond the initial six months if his performance does not meet expectations. Ighalo is set to take the place of the injured Marcus Rashford...
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Photos of Arsenal’s Loan Signing of Cedric Soares from Southampton
1Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Photos of Arsenal’s Loan Signing of Cedric Soares from Southampton

The signing of Portuguese defender Cedric Soares from Southampton on loan has been completed by Arsenal.    Remaining with Mikel Arteta's side until the end of the season, the 28-year-old has six months left on his contract at Southampton.     Prior to the closure of the January transfer window, he expressed, "We were close a few years ago, so it's not the first time. It didn't happen that time but now thank God it came true. I'm super happy.    'It was important for me in my career to come here. Southampton gave me the opportunity to play in the Premier League but obviously, it's amazing this step, to come here and play for Arsenal.      'To be able to reach this point is unbelievable. I try to be a guy with energy, a player that goes up and down.    'I like to consider myself ...
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<!DOCTYPE html> <html> <body> Woman gives birth to conjoined twins in Kaduna
1Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Woman gives birth to conjoined twins in Kaduna

A woman in Tudun Wada, Soba Local Government in Kaduna State, has given birth to conjoined twins. Anas Soba, an aide to the Kaduna State Commissioner of Finance, visited the family on Thursday, January 30th, and simply identified the mother as the wife of Malam Gambo. More photos below...
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