The identities of the 4 Catholic seminarians kidnapped in Kaduna have been disclosed
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The identities of the 4 Catholic seminarians kidnapped in Kaduna have been disclosed

The revelation of the identities of the 4 Catholic seminarians kidnapped in Kaduna, Nigeria has occurred.   Unknown gunmen kidnapped the seminarians on January 8, 2020, by breaking through the fence of the seminary.   A prominent Catholic charity supporting persecuted Christians has identified the abducted seminarians as Pius Kanwai, 19, Peter Umenukor, 23, Stephen Amos, 23, and 18-year-old Michael Nnadi.   They were taken from the Good Shepherd Major Seminary in Kaduna city, northern Nigeria, on the evening of Wednesday, January 8.   The attackers forcibly entered the student hostel by breaking through the fence and stole valuables before abducting the seminarians.   The four men hailed from different dioceses across northern Nigeria and had just commenced their priesthood studies...
Speed Darlington’s Concerns About His Encounter with an Okada Man
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Speed Darlington’s Concerns About His Encounter with an Okada Man

After a viral video surfaced of Speed Darlington fighting with an Okada rider, he has provided an explanation for why he left without fully paying the Okada man. Addressing criticisms for not paying the rider in full, Speed Darlington disclosed that he gave the Okada man N500 despite their initial agreement of N2,000. Expressing his apprehension about being set up by the Okada man for a robbery, the singer stated that he was carrying N2 million worth of jewelry and did not want to be extorted, having previously experienced the same with the police. He said:
Bolt Introduces Multiple Destinations Feature
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Bolt Introduces Multiple Destinations Feature

Bolt's announcement of its new "Multiple Destinations" feature in its mobile application brings a new level of convenience for users. This feature allows customers to add extra stops to their rides, enhancing their overall experience. The option to add multiple destinations is now available in the latest version of the Bolt app. When customers search for a destination, they will notice a small plus sign on the right side of the address box. By tapping on the '+' icon, they can easily add an additional stop to their ride, with the ability to include up to three stops in a single journey. The last stop added will be considered the final destination. One of the key benefits of this new feature is that passengers can now see upfront prices for rides that include multiple stops. Additionally...
"Me and my mom": Naomi Osaka Pays Tribute to Serena Williams by Sharing New Photo of Them Together
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"Me and my mom": Naomi Osaka Pays Tribute to Serena Williams by Sharing New Photo of Them Together

Showing mutual respect despite being tennis rivals, Naomi Osaka took to Twitter to share a photo with her idol Serena Williams.   The 22-year-old Japanese professional tennis player achieved victory over Serena Williams at the US Open, defeating her 6-2, 6-4 in 2018 to win a Grand Slam title.   She captioned the photo with "Me and my mom."       Twitter users had varied reactions to the photo. Some praised Naomi for honoring Serena, while others interpreted the word "mom" differently and reminded her that Serena is not her mother but a champion.   During Osaka's 2018 Grand Slam victory over Serena, the audience booed her, prompting Serena to switch from competitor mode to a caring, motherly figure, consoling Osaka as she wept.   It was a contentious win, leading Williams t...
Without Delay, Governor-Elect of Imo State, Hope Uzodinma, Freezes All State Bank Accounts
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Without Delay, Governor-Elect of Imo State, Hope Uzodinma, Freezes All State Bank Accounts

The governor-elect of Imo State, Senator Hope Uzodinma, has issued an order freezing all bank accounts belonging to the state government with effect from yesterday January 14, 2020. According to a statement released by the Director-General, Hope Uzodinma’s Campaign Organisation, Chief Cosmas Iwu, the governor elect instructed that no bank should honor any transaction request from any member of the Emeka Ihedioha-led government. The statement reads: “Following the Supreme Court judgment of 14th January 2020, I am directed by His Excellency, Senator Hope Uzodinma to take this to your authority/instruction to place a Post No Debit (PND) order on all accounts of the Imo State Government maintained in your various institutions. “You are by this letter, directed to comply and await furthe...
How Lady Rescued From Lebanon, Reveals She Is A Nigerian
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How Lady Rescued From Lebanon, Reveals She Is A Nigerian

A Nigerian lady, Gloria Bright has been rescued from Lebanon where she was allegedly working as a house help. The mother of two, who left the shores of Nigeria in October 2019 through a travel agency, had signed up a two-year work agreement in Lebanon. But contrary to the agreement to be engaged to teach English language, on arrival, she was turned to a house help and also not paid. “The experience wasn’t a nice one in Lebanon; they take advantage of some ladies. I just want to thank God for bringing me back home safely “I left October 25, 2019, to work and I was told that I’ll teach English to the children there, but when I got there, I a housemaid work.” READ ALSO: Nigerian Lady Trafficked To Lebanon Regains Freedom, Handed Over To Ambassador In Beirut Meanwhile, a representative ...
An OAU Student’s Allegations Against a Lecturer
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An OAU Student’s Allegations Against a Lecturer

An audio recording made by a student at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife allegedly captured Olabisi Olaleye, a lecturer in the department of International Relations, threatening to fail her in his course. The student, Motunrayo Afolayan, accused him of making such threats because she refused to have a sexual relationship with him. Afolayan claims that she was initially failed in the course 'Diplomacy' IRS 305, which Olaleye teaches along with a female lecturer, Omolara Akinyemi, during the 2017/2018 academic year when she was in her third year. She then registered for the course again during the 2018/2019 academic session, but allegedly faced repeated threats from the lecturer, warning her that she would fail unless she agr...
"MacArthur's Authentic Scotch Whisky, Now in Nigeria
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"MacArthur's Authentic Scotch Whisky, Now in Nigeria

Introducing MacArthur's Authentic Scotch Whisky in Nigeria If you're in search of exceptional whisky, look for the words "Scotch Whisky" on the label.   MacArthur’s has been producing Scotch Whisky for over 140 years, making them an authority on what constitutes a true Scotch Whisky.   Understanding Scotch Whisky By law, it must be distilled in Scotland, the birthplace of Whisky. It must undergo a minimum of 3 years of maturation in wooden casks in Scotland.   MacArthur’s Blended Scotch Whisky has officially launched in Nigeria and is now available at stores like Shoprite and Spar.   To ensure the unmistakable taste of authentic Blended Scotch Whisky, MacArthur's selects single malt whiskies from the four major Scotch whisky producin...
Arrest of Five Ritualists Who Attempted to Kill a 10-Year-Old Boy in the Bush
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Arrest of Five Ritualists Who Attempted to Kill a 10-Year-Old Boy in the Bush

Five individuals narrowly escaped a mob attack after they were caught attempting to kill a 10-year-old boy in a bush near Kona village in Jalingo, the capital of Taraba State. On Tuesday, January 14, the suspects were paraded by the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC). They had lured the boy to the bush under the pretext of cutting their boss' nails. However, their suspicious behavior attracted attention, and the villagers followed and apprehended them, suspecting their ulterior motives in hiring the young boy. Confirming the arrest, Godwin Peter, the spokesperson for NSCDC in Taraba State, stated: “Upon receiving security information about young men suspected of engaging in ritual activities in Kona village and bei...