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MOUAU male hostel razed down by fire (video)
16Jan By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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MOUAU male hostel razed down by fire (video)

A fire has reportedly razed down the male hostel of Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike (MOUAU) on January 15. Eyewitnesses claimed that the fire did not result in any casualties, but some students' properties were damaged as there was a shortage of water to extinguish the flames. Several images and a video from the scene have been shared, providing a closer look at the extent of the incident. Additionally, an Instagram post by Lindaikejiblogofficial has also captured the aftermath of the fire.
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Viral photo of me crying wasn't taken after Supreme Court nullified my election- Emeka Ihedioha Viral photo of me crying wasn't taken after Supreme Court nullified my election- Emeka Ihedioha

Former governor of Imo state, Emeka Ihedioha, clarified that the viral photo of him weeping was not taken after the Supreme court nullified his election, but at a funeral he was attending in December 2019.   The photo circulated on Tuesday January 14th, shortly after the Supreme court nullified his election and declared Hope Uzodinma winner of the March 9th state governorship election. Reports claimed that the governor broke down upon hearing the apex court's judgement.     In a statement released by his media aide AIC Akwarandu, the former governor stated that the photo was taken when he received the body of one of his commissioners who had passed away.   The statement reads “The picture circulating online does not in any way represent the mood of th...
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Emeka Ihedioha clarifies viral photo of him crying
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Emeka Ihedioha clarifies viral photo of him crying

Emeka Ihedioha, the immediate past governor of Imo state, has addressed the viral photo of him weeping. He clarified that the photo was not taken after the Supreme court nullified his election but was taken at a funeral he attended in December 2019.   The photo circulated on Tuesday, January 14th, shortly after the Supreme court nullified his election and declared Hope Uzodinma the winner of the March 9th state governorship election. It was reported that the governor broke down upon hearing the apex court's judgment.  
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Landlord refuses to rent room to a student because 'Nigerian cooking makes the house smell'
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Landlord refuses to rent room to a student because 'Nigerian cooking makes the house smell'

The refusal of a British landlord, Elina Vimbsone, to rent her double room apartment to a Gambian student, Ebrima Mboob, has sparked allegations of 'shocking racism'. Initially keen on offering the room, Elina changed her mind after learning that the student was from an African country, expressing concerns that 'Nigerian cooking makes the house smell'. In a shared screenshot of their chat, the landlord explicitly stated that her house is only for Europeans. Ebrima, a 24-year-old student studying Performing Arts at the University of the Arts London, recounted his shock at having his right to rent the apartment cancelled based on ethnicity. He expressed his dismay, stating, "I was completely shocked at the landlord’s response and I still am today. Growing up in England, I’ve experienced al...
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Drug lord and six cohorts who flooded streets with £70million of cocaine are jailed for 111 years (Photos)
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Drug lord and six cohorts who flooded streets with £70million of cocaine are jailed for 111 years (Photos)

A group of criminals, headed by a drug lord, and involving six other individuals, have been sentenced to a total of 111 years for flooding the streets with a total of £70 million worth of cocaine.   The gang's leader, Dean Beeton, aged 37, reportedly generated a weekly income of around £2.7 million, while 33-year-old Giovanni Luciano organized sales from his prison cell using a smuggled encrypted mobile phone.     On Wednesday, Judge Elaine Coello sentenced the seven gangsters at Kingston Crown Court for conspiracy to supply Class A drugs between December 2016 and January 2018.     The judge stated, "People who are caught engaging in the wholesale distribution of cocaine can expect severe sentences and you are at the top of the criminal drug supply network. You cau...
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Comedian reportedly detained by Akwa Ibom government official due to Facebook posts
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Comedian reportedly detained by Akwa Ibom government official due to Facebook posts

Reportedly, an Akwa Ibom comedian known as Sir James was arrested on Wednesday January 15, allegedly at the behest of an Akwa Ibom government official who claimed that Sir James' Facebook posts were damaging to the commissioner for tourism in the state, Orman Esin.   Prior to his arrest, the comedian had initiated an online campaign to protest against the purported poor treatment of local entertainers in the state. He accused Mr. Esin and the ministry he oversees of either not paying or underpaying local entertainers after they performed at a state-organized Christmas party.   One of his Facebook posts mentioned;   “I heard the Commissioner’s house is receiving unexpected guests this morning & currently paying some artiste.  ...
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Nigerian ladies trafficked to Lebanon beg for rescue after allegedly being shut out by the Nigerian embassy (video)
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Nigerian ladies trafficked to Lebanon beg for rescue after allegedly being shut out by the Nigerian embassy (video)

Nigerian women who have been trafficked to Lebanon are pleading for assistance after allegedly being turned away by the Nigerian embassy. The appeal comes shortly after two other Nigerian women, who were also trafficked to Lebanon, were rescued by the Nigerian government. The distressed women, who filmed their plea at the Nigerian embassy in Lebanon, claim they were asked to leave the premises with nowhere else to go. They urgently need food and money. A video of their plea is available below.
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Conor McGregor in Talks to Fight Manny Pacquiao in Boxing Bout
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Conor McGregor in Talks to Fight Manny Pacquiao in Boxing Bout

Conor McGregor, the Irish UFC star, has disclosed that discussions to fight Manny Pacquiao, the Filipino boxer, are currently in progress.   McGregor is presently gearing up for his UFC 246 face-off with Donald Cerrone in Las Vegas this Saturday, with expectations of earning a staggering $80 million from the match.   The 31-year-old professional mixed martial artist is wasting no time in planning for his next fight, which could potentially be a boxing match against Manny Pacquiao.   "The talks with Manny Pacquiao have been ongoing," stated McGregor. "An aspiration of mine now is to win a boxing world title."   "I think that would be a phenomenal feather in the cap and something I look to achieve in the future, and something I will achieve."   In August 2017, McGregor suffered defe...
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Real Madrid ‘agree £47m deal with Ajax for Donny van de Beek’
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Real Madrid ‘agree £47m deal with Ajax for Donny van de Beek’

Reports indicate that Spanish giants, Real Madrid, have reached an agreement to acquire highly-rated Dutch midfielder, Donny van de Beek, from Ajax for a fee of €55million (£47m).   Van de Beek's performances in the Champions League last season have made him a sought-after player in European football, leading to interest from several top clubs.   According to Marca, the deal to bring the 22-year-old to the Bernabeu has been finalized, but his arrival is expected next summer. The report also suggests that at least one current Real player will need to depart to accommodate Van de Beek.   Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's pursuit of the Dutchman for Manchester United has been dealt a blow with the imminent transfer to Real Madrid.   Van de Beek had previously stated his commitment to Ajax during...
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