"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...
Sharia Police in Jigawa Arrest 14 Gay Men, 12 Rapists, and 200 Prostitutes
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Sharia Police in Jigawa Arrest 14 Gay Men, 12 Rapists, and 200 Prostitutes

Authorities of the Jigawa Hisbah Board reportedly made 14 arrests of suspected gay men and 12 rapists across the 27 local government areas of the state in 2019.   Commandant Ibrahim Dahiru Garki, speaking at the Board’s headquarters in Dutse, disclosed that the arrests took place between January and December 2019.   In addition to uncovering 14 abandoned newborn babies in 2019, Garki also mentioned the apprehension of over 200 prostitutes and 20 individuals allegedly involved in fornication by Hisbah officials in 2019.   The suspects have been handed over to the police for prosecution in the relevant court of law.
Sharia Police in Jigawa Arrest 14 Gay Men, 12 Rapists, and 200 Prostitutes
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Sharia Police in Jigawa Arrest 14 Gay Men, 12 Rapists, and 200 Prostitutes

According to reports, the Jigawa Hisbah Board apprehended 14 suspected gay men and 12 rapists across the 27 local governments of the state in 2019.   The state's commandant, Ibrahim Dahiru Garki, disclosed at the Board’s headquarters in Dutse that these arrests occurred between January and December 2019.   Aside from the arrests, Garki also stated that the Hisbah officials detained over 200 prostitutes and 20 individuals allegedly involved in fornication in 2019. Moreover, 14 abandoned newborn babies were discovered during the same period.   All the suspects have been handed over to the police for prosecution in the relevant court of law. 
TKinzy Makes a Musical Comeback
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TKinzy Makes a Musical Comeback

Gallo Records - South Africa's former signee and multi-talented artist, TKinzy, has reemerged in the music scene. Embarking on this new chapter, Anthony Felix, popularly known as TKinzy, has collaborated with renowned artists such as the "Rands and Naira" hitmaker, Emmy Gee. One of his acclaimed tracks is "Shake Ikebe." In an exclusive interview, he sheds light on his hiatus and his reentry into the global music arena.   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4l0LTfYNb-8   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=17Au1c7Q6ok     https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6PDTHaTj3is     https://soundcloud.com/gallo-record-company/tkinz   Q: When and why did you decide to pursue a career in music?   I began si...
Smiling Meghan Markle spotted for the first time following surprise announcement with Prince Harry (photo)
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Smiling Meghan Markle spotted for the first time following surprise announcement with Prince Harry (photo)

Emerging for the first time since the unexpected announcement, Meghan Markle was seen with a smile on Tuesday, following the news of the couple's decision to step back from their "senior" royal roles. The Duchess of Sussex was captured departing from the lavish $14 million Canadian residence, where she has been residing with her son since last week. Meghan was photographed leaving the ocean-side mansion on Vancouver Island shortly before 10 am local time, then arriving at Victoria Harbour Airport about 20 minutes later to board a seaplane bound for a women's shelter in Canada's poorest neighborhood. Showing a joyful demeanor, she shared laughs with her security team before departing on the seaplane to the mainland. S...