Nasarawa records one more Coronavirus death
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Nasarawa records one more Coronavirus death

The latest fatality from Coronavirus has been recorded in Nasarawa, bringing the state's total deaths to 4. Governor Abdullahi Sule made the announcement during the maiden State COVID-19 Stakeholders Review Meeting on Thursday, June 4. In addition to revealing the new death, the Governor announced the lifting of the ban on motorcycles, while directing markets and religious centers to adhere to safety protocols as they resume operations to prevent the spread of the virus. ![Nasarawa records one more Coronavirus death ](https://newsnownigeria.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Nasarawa-records-one-more-Coronavirus-death.jpg)
Stars Gather for George Floyd Memorial Service in Minneapolis (Photos)
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Stars Gather for George Floyd Memorial Service in Minneapolis (Photos)

Amidst sorrow, a private memorial service is being held in Minneapolis to honor George Floyd, the unarmed black man who tragically died under the knee of a white police officer for almost 9 minutes.   The memorial service is taking place at the Frank J. Lindquist Sanctuary at North Central University, around 3 miles north of the intersection where George was arrested on Memorial Day. The service has drawn prominent figures including Gov. Tim Walz, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar, civil rights leaders Martin Luther King III, and Rev. Jesse Jackson, alongside others.   Stars like T.I., Tiny, Ludacris, Tyrese Gibson, Kevin Hart, Tiffany Haddish, Will Packer, Master P, and Marsai Martin are among the celebrities present at the memorial service. Another memorial serv...
Stars Attend George Floyd Memorial Service in Minneapolis
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Stars Attend George Floyd Memorial Service in Minneapolis

A private memorial service is underway in Minneapolis to honor George Floyd, the unarmed black man whose death occurred after a white police officer held him down with a knee on his neck for nearly nine minutes. This service is being held at the Frank J. Lindquist Sanctuary at North Central University, situated about 3 miles north of the location where George was arrested on Memorial Day. Notable attendees include Gov. Tim Walz, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar, civil rights leaders Martin Luther King III, and Rev. Jesse Jackson, amongst others. Among the stars present at the memorial service are T.I., Tiny, Ludacris, Tyrese Gibson, Kevin Hart, Tiffany Haddish, Will Packer, Master P, and Marsai Martin. Another memorial service is s...
Breaking News: Three Brothers Apprehended for Abducting and Murdering Mother of Five in Abuja (See Photos)
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Breaking News: Three Brothers Apprehended for Abducting and Murdering Mother of Five in Abuja (See Photos)

On 14th May, 2020, the Intelligence Response Unit of the Nigeria Police Force successfully captured three siblings, Johnson Emmanuel (38yrs), Gideon Emmanuel (31yrs), and Success Emmanuel (27yrs) for the harrowing abduction and killing of Mrs. Janet Nnenna Ogbonnaya. The culprits, who share the same lineage and hail from Isiekenesi, Ideato LGA of Imo State, were apprehended in their hometown after fleeing from the scene of the crime in Abuja.   The police took action upon receiving a report from Chinedu Ogbonnaya, who disclosed that his 55-year-old mother, Mrs. Janet Nnenna Ogbonnaya, a native of Ozuitem in Bende LGA of Abia State, had been abducted, and a ransom of 5 million naira was demanded for her safe return.   A meti...
Edo state commissioner resigns amidst Governor Obaseki’s quest for reelection
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Edo state commissioner resigns amidst Governor Obaseki’s quest for reelection

Paul Ohonbamu, the commissioner for information and orientation in Edo state, has tendered his resignation just a few weeks before the governorship primary election of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state.   In his resignation letter, Ohonbonu stated that he is stepping down from his cabinet position to "operate outside" for the best interests of the state.   Part of his letter reads;   “I hereby tender my letter of resignation as a commissioner in Edo to His Excellency, Mr Godwin Obaseki this June 4, 2020.  “Without setting a precedent, I have decided to step aside as cabinet member and operate outside for the general good of Edo and pursuit of happiness for the citizens. “I am particularly delighted that His Exellency’s second term bid is...
Uti Nwachukwu’s Reaction to Rape Accusations
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Uti Nwachukwu’s Reaction to Rape Accusations

Following an accusation of rape by a Twitter user, Uti Nwachukwu has responded.   The individual behind the Twitter account alleged that the media personality raped her in August 2017. She posted a screenshot of a message from a user saved with the name "Uti 2" apologizing for forcefully having his way with her. The accuser also made additional claims.   In response, Uti challenged the accuser to step forward, reveal their identity, and report the case to the authorities within 3 days. He offered to cover the expenses incurred in reporting the alleged crime and stated that if the accuser fails to take action within 3 days, he will proceed accordingly.   Regarding the released messages by the anonymous accuser, Uti asserted that t...
Man Arrested by Police for Allegedly Raping 85-Year-Old Grandmother in Niger State
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Man Arrested by Police for Allegedly Raping 85-Year-Old Grandmother in Niger State

Authorities of the Niger state police command have taken into custody a 25-year-old man, Ezekiel Yunana, over the alleged rape of an 85-year-old grandmother in Rafi local government area in the state.   The victim, who reported the incident at the Kagara police division, stated that she was asleep in her house when the suspect forcibly entered her room through the window and sexually assaulted her. She recounted that Ezekiel had threatened to abduct her and demanded a large sum of money, which she said she did not possess. The elderly woman disclosed that Ezekiel subjected her to prolonged rape until her grandson arrived and came to her rescue.   During interrogation, Ezekiel admitted to the crime, stating that he chose to assault the elderly woman ...
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    Alleged Rape of 7-Year-Old Girl by 39-Year-Old Man in Abia (Photos)
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Alleged Rape of 7-Year-Old Girl by 39-Year-Old Man in Abia (Photos)

A 39-year-old man, Charles Okoro, has been accused of raping a 7-year-old girl, Chijindu, who lives in the same compound with her single mum, Benita Ibe, at House 4 Chuks close Ije Avenue in Aba, Abia state. According to the mother of the victim who spoke to LIB, she discovered her daughter wasn't walking well after returning home from an outing on Tuesday, May 19. It took Chijindu two days to disclose the incident because Charles had threatened her with death if she revealed that he raped her. "The suspect is my neighbor. My daughter normally stays at home with her sister. If I am not around, they stay together. On May 19, I noticed that the way my daughter wasn't walking well. I asked her and she said nothing. I ob...
 Yangy, the Babcock student accused of raping 24 girls including his cousin has reacted (video)
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 Yangy, the Babcock student accused of raping 24 girls including his cousin has reacted (video)

The accused student, Yangy, from Babcock University, has reacted to the allegations of raping 24 girls, including his cousin, in a video. He denies all accusations and expresses the distress caused by the online claims. The alleged victims had previously come forward with their stories after a Twitter user shared screenshots of a direct message. In the video, Yangy denies ever meeting any of the alleged victims. Below is the video:           View this post on Instagram                   Student Yangy denies raping 24 girls. Godknows 'Yangy' Adolphus Owhor, the Babcock student accused on Twitter of raping 24 girls, including his cousin, has denied all the accusations. He says he almost killed himself when the rape accusations surfaced online. A post shared by Lindaikejibl...
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    Yangy, the Babcock student accused of raping 24 girls including his cousin has reacted (video)
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Yangy, the Babcock student accused of raping 24 girls including his cousin has reacted (video)

Godknows 'Yangy' Adolphus Owhor, the Babcock student accused of raping 24 girls including his cousin has denied all the accusations. Two days ago, the student's alleged victims came forward with their story after Twitter user @caramelangiee shared screenshots of a DM she got. (Read here) Addressing the rape scandal in a video, Yangy says he almost killed himself when the rape accusations against him surfaced online. He also denied ever meeting any of the alleged victims. Watch the video below. ...