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Abduction of District Head in Kano by Gunmen
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Abduction of District Head in Kano by Gunmen

The District Head of Karshi, Rogo Local Government Area of Kano State, Alhaji Adam Muhammad Sarkin Yamma, was reportedly abducted by unidentified gunmen suspected to be kidnappers on Monday.   Reports indicate that the gunmen broke into Yamma's bedroom around 3:00 am and took him away.     A friend, Auwal Mustapha Iman, disclosed that the kidnappers have not made any contact with the family since the abduction. "Last night, my friend Adam Muhammad Sarkin Yamma was kidnapped. The kidnappers entered his wife's room at 3:00 am and took him away. This incident occurred at Karshi village, Rogo LG. He serves as the District Head of Karshi, Rogo Local Government Area of Kano State. No one has received any calls from them, and all his contact lines have been inactive since the abduction. P...
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Seeking a Companion for a Moon Trip: Japanese Billionaire Yusaku Maezawa
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Seeking a Companion for a Moon Trip: Japanese Billionaire Yusaku Maezawa

Yusaku Maezawa, the 44-year-old Japanese billionaire who recently parted ways with actress girlfriend Ayame Goriki, 27, is in search of a new partner who shares his desire for world peace to accompany him on a six-day moon voyage in 2023. Worth an estimated £1.5 billion, Maezawa is looking for a new companion aged over 20 to embark on this extraordinary adventure, which will be documented. The selected candidate must have an interest in space travel and be willing to participate in the preparations for the journey. Maezawa, known for his diverse interests, will be the first private passenger on a flight around the moon in 2023, courtesy of Elon Musk's SpaceX. He also plans to bring artists along to inspire works as part of a project he has named Dear Moon. Applications for Full Moon L...
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A Tragic Collision: Fatal Accident In Enugu Claims Lives of All Passengers in Bus
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A Tragic Collision: Fatal Accident In Enugu Claims Lives of All Passengers in Bus

A devastating accident occurred in Enugu State when a commuter bus traveling from Kaduna to Enugu collided with a tipper lorry at Opi-Nsukka, resulting in the tragic demise of all passengers on board.   An eyewitness report described how the back tires of the tipper, carrying sand in the opposite direction, dislodged and crashed into the oncoming bus.   Although the exact number of casualties was not confirmed, reports indicate that all passengers were affected by the collision.   Police spokesman CSP Ebere Amaraizu confirmed the occurrence of the accident.  
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Photo of a visually impaired man who sells banana in Kaduna to pay bills and train his children in school
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Photo of a visually impaired man who sells banana in Kaduna to pay bills and train his children in school

The article features a visually impaired man in Kaduna who sells bananas to support his family and educate his children. Mohammed Hassan posted a picture of the man and his son, who helps him as a guide. Hassan mentioned the man's dedication to paying his bills and providing education for his children. The post encourages people to support the man by patronizing his banana sales for moral support. The images in the article depict the visually impaired man and his son as they go about their daily routine of selling bananas.
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Incredible moment Iranian students refuse to step on US and Israeli flags amid anti-government protests across the country (video)
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Incredible moment Iranian students refuse to step on US and Israeli flags amid anti-government protests across the country (video)

A video has surfaced, showing Iranian students refusing to step on the flags of the US and Israel during anti-government protests in Iran. At Shaheed Beheshti University, hundreds of Iranian students chose not to step on the American and Israeli flags amidst anti-government demonstrations across the country, following a warning from Donald Trump to the Iranian leaders. Thousands of Iranians took to the streets of Tehran on Sunday to protest against the Islamic Republic's leaders. This came after the Iranian government admitted to shooting down a Ukrainian jetliner, killing over 100 people. The protesters chanted 'death to the dictator' and 'you are the real ISIS'. For over 35 years, Iranians have been known for their anti-American sentiments, including singing Anti-Ame...
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Emotional moment as Iranian students refuse to tread on US and Israeli flags during widespread anti-government demonstrations (video)
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Emotional moment as Iranian students refuse to tread on US and Israeli flags during widespread anti-government demonstrations (video)

                   A video has surfaced, capturing the moving display of Iranian students who deliberately avoided walking on the US and Israeli flags during the anti-government protests, which commenced in Iran on Sunday night.   At Shaheed Beheshti University, a large gathering of Iranian students can be seen abstaining from stepping on the American and Israeli flags as part of the ongoing anti-government marches. This comes as President Donald Trump cautioned Iranian leaders against 'killing protesters'.         Thousands of Iranians took to the streets of Tehran on Sunday to express their discontent with the Islamic Republic's authorities. The protests erupted shortly after the Iranian government admitted to mistakenly shooting down a Ukrainian jetliner, resulting in the dea...
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Nigerian National Caught with 500 Grams of High-Quality Cocaine in India
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Nigerian National Caught with 500 Grams of High-Quality Cocaine in India

According to the Delhi Police, a 33-year-old Nigerian national named Locky Ferosin Ovnawa has been arrested for his alleged involvement in the distribution of Cocaine.   On Friday, Constable Ashok Kumar of the Narcotics Squad, South Delhi, received specific information about the Nigerian national's narcotics activities.   Following this, a trap was set near Chirag Delhi flyover, Slip Road Masjid Moth around 4:50 pm, resulting in the apprehension of the Nigerian national while in possession of Cocaine.     Upon further search, the police team discovered 500 grams of high-quality Cocaine valued at Rs 40,00,000.   An FIR has been registered under Section 21 of the NDPS Act at CR Park police station, and further inv...
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Fiery Protests in Iran Erupt as Military Allegedly Deploys Live Ammo Against Demonstrators Calling for Change in Government (Video)
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Fiery Protests in Iran Erupt as Military Allegedly Deploys Live Ammo Against Demonstrators Calling for Change in Government (Video)

                  During recent protests against the Islamic Republic following the admission by the Iranian government of the unintentional downing of a Ukrainian jetliner which resulted in the tragic loss of over 100 lives, footage has emerged showing Iranian military and security forces purportedly using live ammunition and tear gas to disperse demonstrators.   pic.twitter.com/ZrRRLFkMSf — YouknowMe (@Namusanenough) January 12, 2020   Videos sent to the New York-based Center for Human Rights in Iran depict a group of protesters near Azadi, also known as Freedom Square in Tehran, dispersing hastily as a tear gas canister lands amidst them.   Subsequently, individuals can be seen coughing and attempting to flee the fumes, with one woman exclaiming in Farsi: "They fired tear gas at ...
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Al Shabaab militants strike primary school in Garissa, Kenya; Three teachers killed and one abducted
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Al Shabaab militants strike primary school in Garissa, Kenya; Three teachers killed and one abducted

On Monday, Al Shabaab militants launched a deadly attack on Kamuthe primary school in Garissa, resulting in the killing of three primary school teachers and the abduction of another.   The assailants struck at 2am, shooting the teachers and taking one of them with them. A female nurse, possibly spared due to her gender, survived the attack. Additionally, the militants destroyed a communication mast and a child was injured by a stray bullet.   According to a senior officer, the attackers also set a police post ablaze before fleeing with the abducted teacher. "They have killed three teachers and our officers are pursuing them. They went away with another teacher," a witness stated.     A statement issued by Police Headquarters confirmed the attack, stating, "suspected armed AS (Al Sh...
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Court remands man for beating staff of Honeywell Foods to death in Lagos
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Court remands man for beating staff of Honeywell Foods to death in Lagos

An Ebute Meta Chief Magistrate Court in Lagos State has remanded a 27-year-old man, Damilola Farojoye, for beating a staff of Honeywell Foods, Omokhogie Francis Ayogwokha, to death with a wooden stick. The incident occurred on December 21, 2019, at about 8:30a.m. on Adidas Field, Tolu, Ajegunle, Lagos State, when the defendant was reportedly fighting with his wife and the victim intervened. Insp. Chinalu Uwadione, the Prosecutor, disclosed that Farojoye is facing a count of murder. However, the defendant's plea was not taken during the court proceedings. The Chief Magistrate, Mrs Adeola Adedayo, ordered that he be remanded at the Ikoyi Custodial Centre pending advice from the state Director of Public Prosecutions. The case has been adjourned until February 11, 2020, for mention. Tribute...
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