"No one should ever be underestimated. In 1985, President Buhari was removed, persecuted, and jailed"- A message from the son of the Governor of Bauchi State to those laughing at Sanusi
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"No one should ever be underestimated. In 1985, President Buhari was removed, persecuted, and jailed"- A message from the son of the Governor of Bauchi State to those laughing at Sanusi

Abdullahi Mohammed, the son of Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed, has a message for those who are mocking the former Emir of Kano, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, after his removal by Governor Ganduje.   Taking to his Instagram, he mentioned men who had emerged stronger and greater after facing persecution, including his own father.     "No one should ever be underestimated! I believe Emir Sanusi Lamido will emerge stronger and better from this! This is for all of you laughing! No one should ever be underestimated. No one knows what the future holds," he added.  
Harvey Weinstein Requests Leniency Before Rape Sentencing; Lawyers Seek 5-Year Prison Term
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Harvey Weinstein Requests Leniency Before Rape Sentencing; Lawyers Seek 5-Year Prison Term

Disgraced Hollywood Producer, Harvey Weinstein, is appealing to a New York Jury for a five-year sentence before his upcoming rape conviction sentencing on Wednesday. This plea comes as he faces a potential 29-year prison term for his previous conviction on two out of five counts – criminal sexual act in the first degree and rape in the third degree. Weinsten's conviction came after he stood trial in early January on charges of rape and sexual assault.                     Following his conviction, Weinstein was sent to Rikers Island jail. Now, as his sentencing approaches, his legal team is advocating for a lighter sentence, pushing for a 5-year jail term citing a "historic fall from grace" and emphasizing his health issues. Accor...
Harvey Weinstein’s Lawyers Appeal for Compassion Ahead of Rape Sentencing
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Harvey Weinstein’s Lawyers Appeal for Compassion Ahead of Rape Sentencing

Harvey Weinstein, the disgraced Hollywood Producer, is seeking a five-year prison term from a New York Jury as he awaits his sentencing for rape conviction on Wednesday, facing a maximum of 29 years behind bars. Last month, the TV producer and film maker was convicted on two out of five counts - criminal sexual act in the first degree and rape in the third degree, potentially sentencing him to almost 29 years in prison. The 67-year-old was convicted by a jury after a trial in early January concerning charges of rape and sexual assault. Weinstein was directed to the notorious Rikers Island jail after the conviction. Ahead of his sentencing, his legal team is appealing for leniency, requesting a 5-year prison term, citing his 'historic fall from grace' and serious health issues....
Tragic Incident: 13-Year-Old Fatally Stabs 20-Year-Old Brother in Argument
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Tragic Incident: 13-Year-Old Fatally Stabs 20-Year-Old Brother in Argument

During a heated argument, a 13-year-old boy tragically took the life of his 20-year-old brother, Ebikari Andrew fatally stabbed Tarikebina Andrew in Azikoro, Bayelsa State.   The incident took place at a friend's house late in the evening on Saturday, March 7th. Tarikebina, noticing his younger brother was nodding off, urged him to return home since it was not far. However, Ebikari refused, sparking a quarrel between them. In a fit of rage, Ebikari retrieved a knife from their friend's kitchen and used it to fatally wound his brother.   Tarikebina was swiftly rushed to the Federal Medical Center Yenagoa but succumbed to internal bleeding.   Subsequently, their father hurriedly buried Tarikebina to avoid police involvement fearing the arrest of his younger son. However, authorities ...
Shocking Reception for Uganda’s Health Minister During Surprise Hospital Visit
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Shocking Reception for Uganda’s Health Minister During Surprise Hospital Visit

During an unexpected visit to Fort Portal Regional Referral Hospital, Uganda's State Minister for Health in charge of general duties, Robinah Nabbanja, was surprised to find that the senior management team was absent from work. Nabbanja, accompanied by Kabarole Resident District Commissioner (RDC) Stephen Asiimwe, was greeted by the hospital's cleaners and receptionist, who guided her around the facility. "I am astounded that the hospital management team, including the director and the administrator, are not present. My decision to visit the hospital was prompted by concerns raised by the local MPs and the public," expressed Nabbanja. Nabbanja emphasized the need to enhance the quality of services at the hospital, which caters to nin...
An activist raises awareness about the alleged poor quality of soup served to inmates in Kaduna Prison
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An activist raises awareness about the alleged poor quality of soup served to inmates in Kaduna Prison

Steven Kefason, an activist, has brought the soup served to prisoners in Kaduna Custodial center to public attention.   Sharing images of the soup that more closely resemble colored water, Kefason, a former political prisoner, addressed Rauf Aregbesola, the Minister of the Federal Ministry of Interior of Nigeria, in his post.   Kefason's post read: "Dear @CorrectionsNg, Find attached the soup given to inmates in Kaduna Custodial center (Prison) this afternoon being 8th March 2020. Dear @raufaregbesola, As minister of interior what are u doing to check this poison served as food?"       Below are reactions from Nigerians.  
Advocacy for Improved Meals in Kaduna Prison
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Advocacy for Improved Meals in Kaduna Prison

Concerns have been raised about the quality of soup served to prisoners in Kaduna Custodial center by activist Steven Kefason.   Kefason, a former political prisoner, highlighted the unappetizing appearance of the soup, likening it to colored water. He directed his message to Rauf Aregbesola, Nigeria's Minister of the Federal Ministry of Interior, urging action.   Kefason's message read: "Dear @CorrectionsNg, Find attached the soup given to inmates in Kaduna Custodial center (Prison) this afternoon being 8th March 2020. Dear @raufaregbesola, As minister of interior what are u doing to check this poison served as food?"       Here are reactions from Nigerians.  
Nigerian man’s Controversial Views on Marriage
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Nigerian man’s Controversial Views on Marriage

Expressing his opinion about marriage and polygamy, a man took to Facebook to share his thoughts.   In his post, Amadi Ejim voiced the belief that men are "polygamous in nature," asserting that God "multiplied women on earth to suit the polygamous nature of men."   He went on to claim that the concept of monogamy in Africa was introduced by Western countries in an attempt to reduce the population of the continent.   Furthermore, he argued that from a biblical standpoint, it is not a sin to marry more than one wife, citing the rationale that "it is better to marry than to burn." However, he emphasized that it is indeed a serious transgression to be in a monogamous marriage and still engage in extramarital affairs.   Additionally, he made a controversial comparison by qualifying wome...
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A tragic incident occurred in Port Harcourt, the Rivers state capital, as a Nigerian man named Barisuka lost his life after being electrocuted while charging his phone at home on Monday, March 9th. Emmanuel Alagiri Jnr, a friend of the deceased, shared the heartbreaking story on social media. According to him, the deceased, who was his neighbor, placed his phone on his body and fell asleep while it was charging. It was later discovered that he had been electrocuted during this process. "Avoid putting phone on ur body when charging, he was electrocuted. This one happen in my yard at port Harcourt, the black wounded spot on his hand is the place where the electric current tore. I can't stop crying, it's so ridiculo...
'Nigeria will never get better' – Hushpuppi condemns Sanusi's dethronement as Emir of Kano.
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'Nigeria will never get better' – Hushpuppi condemns Sanusi's dethronement as Emir of Kano.

The dethronement of Muhammad Sanusi II, who was removed as the Emir of Kano on Monday, March 9, has been condemned by Hushpuppi. Reacting via his Instagram page, the Dubai-based Nigerian big boy said the removal of Sanusi as the Emir of Kano signals 'the beginning of the end of Nigeria'. Hushpuppi expressed his concern, stating, "Yesterday's historic event of the Emir's removal by a governor caught on camera taking hundreds of thousands of dollar bribe just dawned on me that Nigeria will never get better, only worse from things like this happening. I think this is the beginning of the end of Nigeria and it’s happening right before our eyes! Until that country is taken out of the hands of this old corrupt and manipulative politicians, there will be no hope for our children and their child...