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Aku Community Denies Involvement In Herder’s Death
29Jan By Ahmed AfolabiNo Comments
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Aku Community Denies Involvement In Herder’s Death

Aku Community Denies Involvement In Herder’s Death Aku, a community in Igbo-Etiti Local Government Area of Enugu State, has frowned at the report that a deceased Fulani herdsman was found near its community. Dismissing the involvement of the community in such a dastardly act, the community described the report as false, saying it was an attempt to pitch herdsmen against the Aku community. Chairman of Aku General Assembly, AGA, Chief Fidelis Odo Ezeoyili, maintained that Aku community has had a harmonious relationship with the herdsmen in the area, and described the report as misleading. Ezeoyili said: “The entire Aku Community is worried and embarrassed by the recent report that the body of a deceased Fulani herdsman was found in the community. “The recent incident in two communities...
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Update: Bimbo Afolayan lays curses on IG trolls asking her to get a better apartment for her mother
29Jan By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Update: Bimbo Afolayan lays curses on IG trolls asking her to get a better apartment for her mother

Bimbo Afolayan, the actress, turned to Instagram to seek justice after her mother was reportedly attacked by a landlord in their living area. Online trolls who watched the videos of the incident criticized her for not providing a "better" home for her mother and labeled her a poor actress. In response, Bimbo expressed her anger by posting a series of videos on her Instagram, where she cursed those who were trolling her instead of showing sympathy. She detailed the incident involving her mother and directed strong curses towards those who mocked her. The videos are available for viewing on Instagram via the link provided in the article.
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FG not fighting corruption to impress Transparency International – Lai Mohammed
29Jan By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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FG not fighting corruption to impress Transparency International – Lai Mohammed

The statement from Lai Mohammed, the Minister of Information and Culture, in response to Transparency International's recent report on Nigeria's corruption ranking is generating attention. He addressed international media in London, emphasizing that the Federal Government's anti-corruption efforts are not aimed at impressing Transparency International but at fostering the country's development. According to Mohammed, the government is already making progress in this endeavor. Highlighting the government's stance, Mohammed stated, “In any event, we are not fighting corruption because we want to impress any organization. We are fighting corruption because we believed that without fighting the menace, the much-sought development will not happen and we have results to show for fighting corru...
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Surprising Discovery for Former England Rugby Star Brian Moore
29Jan By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Surprising Discovery for Former England Rugby Star Brian Moore

Former England rugby player and presenter, Brian Moore, has had a surprising revelation upon meeting some of his relatives at his birth mother's funeral - he discovered he is half Chinese.   The 58-year-old, who was adopted shortly after birth, had previously written in his autobiography about being abandoned by his Malaysian father before his mother, Rina Kirk, gave him up for adoption.   However, after attending his birth mother's funeral and meeting some of his relatives for the first time, Brian took to Twitter to reveal that his birth father was actually from China, not Malaysia.   He shared on Twitter: "Went to my birth mother's funeral yesterday. Strange feeling meeting my brother and sister and a whole set of blood relatives I never knew about. Turns out I'm half Chinese...
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Revealing Twitter Users’ Most Annoying Guest Stories
29Jan By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Revealing Twitter Users’ Most Annoying Guest Stories

Twitter users have shared their experiences of the most irritating situations caused by visitors in their homes, and some of these stories are quite shocking.   From leaving toilets unflushed to making unreasonable demands or engaging in intimate activities on the host's bed, these anecdotes from Twitter users showcase either humor or disdain towards the lack of proper house guest etiquette.   Read the stories below.  
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Two Nigerians arrested in Malawi for allegedly being in possession of cocaine
29Jan By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Two Nigerians arrested in Malawi for allegedly being in possession of cocaine

The arrest of two Nigerians in Malawi on allegations of cocaine possession has created a stir. Ajagu Okwuchuku, 40, and Chinomso Charles, 31, were apprehended in Lilongwe, the capital of Malawi, on Friday, January 24. The arrest was prompted by information provided by the residents of their neighborhood. Both individuals, hailing from Anambra and Enugu states, respectively, were found with eight cracks of drugs suspected to be cocaine concealed in black plastic bags. The Lingadzi Police Public Relations Officer, Salome Zgambo, stated that the suspects were reported for allegedly selling illicit drugs. The swift action of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) team led to the culprits' arrest. An image depicting the event is provided below:
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Christian Eriksen’s Unveiling at La Scala Opera House Marks His £17.5m Move from Tottenham to Inter Milan
29Jan By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Christian Eriksen’s Unveiling at La Scala Opera House Marks His £17.5m Move from Tottenham to Inter Milan

Christian Eriksen has officially become a player for Inter Milan after finalizing his £17.5 million move from Tottenham. This move comes after he agreed on personal terms with the Serie A giants and completed his medical examination on Monday, solidifying his new contract that runs until June 2024.   The deal reportedly amounts to around £6.5 million per season, including bonuses.      The 27-year-old was presented today at the prestigious La Scala opera house in Milan, Italy. Despite wearing the No. 23 jersey at Tottenham, Eriksen will now wear the No. 24 shirt for Inter Milan.     Upon the confirmation of his move, Eriksen spoke to InterTV and expressed his excitement, saying, "I couldn't wait to get there; ...
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Rear Admiral Oladele Daji: Pirates Using Tarkwa Bay as a Sanctuary for Criminal Activities
29Jan By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Rear Admiral Oladele Daji: Pirates Using Tarkwa Bay as a Sanctuary for Criminal Activities

The recent eviction notice served to residents of Tarkwa-Bay in Lagos was explained by the Commander of Operation Awatse, Rear Admiral Oladele Daji.   Rear Admiral Daji justified the clearance operation, known as Operation Kuronbe (Yoruba word for Leave There), by stating that Tarkwa-Bay serves as a hideout for sea robbers and is officially designated as a non-residential area.   During an appearance on the breakfast program 'Sunrise Daily' on Channels Television, the Navy official emphasized that the evacuation operation resulted in no casualties. He maintained that pirates are drawn to Tarkwa-Bay due to the lack of security in the area.   He elaborated, stating:   “Analyzing the geographical location of Tarkwa Bay, it is positioned to the South West of the two major ports in Lagos...
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The Ban on Okada Services and Licensing in Lagos
28Jan By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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The Ban on Okada Services and Licensing in Lagos

The Lagos State Government has clarified that no one has been granted a license to operate commercial motorcycle services, known as Okada, following the ban imposed in six local governments and nine local council development areas of the state. The Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotosho, emphasized that the aim is to regulate commercial motorcyclists to limit their excesses. “As far as I am concerned, the government has not registered any company to operate okada. The government's focus is on regulating these operators to control their excesses due to concerns about the high rate of fatalities and robberies on the roads.” Omotosho also revealed that the ban was enforced after a thorough assessment of the high accident rate in ...
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Naomi Campbell’s Open Letter to Grammy Awards Organizers Regarding Burna Boy’s Loss at the 2020 Edition
28Jan By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Naomi Campbell’s Open Letter to Grammy Awards Organizers Regarding Burna Boy’s Loss at the 2020 Edition

The supermodel Naomi Campbell recently addressed the organizers of the Grammy Awards in an open letter following Burna Boy's loss to Angelique Kidjo at the 2020 edition of the awards.    In her letter, Campbell commended Angelique for her ability to spread light and open minds through her music. She expressed her belief that Burna Boy has not received the recognition he deserves due to lack of education.    Naomi Campbell raised concerns about the categorization of afrobeats in the 'World Music' category at the 2020 Grammys, stating that it diminished an entire genre that has produced a high standard of talent. She questioned the recording academy about the voting pattern of the category and urged them to reconsider their perspective on 'World Music' over the next 363 days.    In the...
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