Lagos State Emergency Service Upgrades Emergency Response Fleet with Water Rescue Boats
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Lagos State Emergency Service Upgrades Emergency Response Fleet with Water Rescue Boats

The launch of the Water Rescue Unit at the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) signifies the agency's preparation for water rescues along the Lagos coastline. As part of its emergency response improvement, the agency has introduced water rescue speed boats to its fleet. The added rescue equipment aims to bolster the agency's capability to promptly deliver emergency response services to residents. These boats have been prioritized by the State government following recent water accidents and drownings, and are intended for future flood incidents and water rescues.   Speaking on the acquisition, Lagos State Governor Mr. Babajide Sanwaolu emphasized the paramount importance of community safety. He highlighted that the procurement of essential ...
Woman accused of stabbing neighbor to death in Lagos after repeated warnings to stop touching her waist
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Woman accused of stabbing neighbor to death in Lagos after repeated warnings to stop touching her waist

Stella Olowofoyekun, a 35-year-old petty trader, has been remanded in a correctional center by a Yaba Chief Magistrates’ Court in Lagos. She is accused of stabbing her neighbor to death with a broken bottle. The defendant is facing a count charge of murder, but her plea was not taken. Chief Magistrate Oluwatoyin Oghere ordered that the defendant be held at the Ikoyi Correctional Center, Lagos, pending legal advice from the Lagos State Director of Public Prosecution (DPP). The case has been adjourned till March 24. Prior to this, Prosecutor Sgt. Modupe Olaluwoye had informed the court that the defendant committed the offense at 11:30 pm at Mati Community, Snake Island, Apapa area of Lagos. According to Olaluwoye, the defendant stabbed her neighbor, Mr. Monday Bella, ...
Rapper Future demands his alleged babymama Eliza Reign undergo a “psychological and mental health evaluation''
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Rapper Future demands his alleged babymama Eliza Reign undergo a “psychological and mental health evaluation''

Rapper Future is requesting that his alleged baby mama Eliza Reign undergo a psychological and mental health evaluation. He claims that she has been tarnishing his image on social media and wants the court to intervene in the matter. According to court records obtained by The Blast, Future is seeking a mental exam for Eliza. He alleges that she has been damaging his reputation on social media and believes that she may be suffering from a mental disorder. Future also points to Eliza's alleged history of violence and past assault arrests. Additionally, he accuses her of intentionally getting pregnant by a wealthy man but does not clarify whether he is the father of Eliza's daughter Reign. Future, who is currently dating model Lori Harvey, is demanding that Eliza undergo the mental exam to...
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  Man accused of throwing down his pregnant girlfriend from the fifth floor of their apartment in Anambra (video)
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An Anambra man has been accused of throwing down his pregnant girlfriend from the 5th floor of an apartment he lives in at Obosi Street in Onitsha South local government of Anambra State. The deceased's body was discovered in the neighboring compound shortly after the man began inquiring about his partner on Thursday, January 16. When questioned by neighbors following an alarm being raised in the next compound, the man denied any wrongdoing but admitted that she left their 3-bedroom apartment after a minor argument. Facebook user, Xpregar, who shared a video from the scene of the incident wrote: Man reportedly throws pregnant girlfriend off his 5th-floor apartment in Anambra State A sad event occurred o...
Ronaldinho’s Revelation About His Friendship with Lionel Messi at Barcelona
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Ronaldinho’s Revelation About His Friendship with Lionel Messi at Barcelona

Sharing insights into his close bond with Barcelona's superstar Lionel Messi, football legend Ronaldinho spoke about their camaraderie during their time together at the club from 2002-2008.     Ronaldinho and Messi formed an exceptional partnership, contributing to Barcelona's triumph in various competitions, including two La Ligas and the Champions League, before the 2002 World Cup winner moved on to AC Milan. Speaking to Panenka magazine, the now 39-year-old, who retired in 2015, reminisced, 'When I arrived at Barcelona, there was already talk of a kid who stood out. Then we were friends; we started playing together and got on very well. He arrived being different to all the others, and we spoke with [Frank] Rijkaard so that he came to train with ...
Welcome to Kano: 46-year-old American Woman’s Journey to Marry her 23-year-old Instagram Crush
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Welcome to Kano: 46-year-old American Woman’s Journey to Marry her 23-year-old Instagram Crush

Jeanine Delsky, a 46-year-old American, has made the journey to Panshekara in Kano to marry her 23-year-old Instagram crush, Sulaiman Babayero Isa. Their relationship started after they exchanged photos on Instagram. One year later, she has arrived to proceed with their marriage. Upon her arrival at Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport in Kano on Saturday, January 11, Daily Nigerian reported that the single mother met her prospective in-laws. Delsky described Isa as loving and sincere, and shared their plan to settle in the United States after tying the knot. Delsky relayed her experience to Kano Focus, saying, "He messaged me on Instagram saying Hi. I didn’t respond because I have had experiences with Nigerian scammers. But there was a guy messaging me and Sulaiman ...
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Moving AFCON back to January slot will make clubs think twice about signing African players – Liverpool coach Jurgen Klopp Moving AFCON back to January slot will make clubs think twice about signing African players – Liverpool coach Jurgen Klopp

Liverpool coach Jurgen Klopp expressed concern over the Confederation of African Football's (CAF) decision to reschedule the African Cup of Nations tournament from June-July to January-February. He believes this decision will negatively impact African players and affect the club's transfer policy towards African players. The AFCON is scheduled for January, coinciding with the Premier League season. This means Liverpool will be without key players such as Sadio Mane, Mo Salah, and Naby Keita for up to six weeks. Klopp warned during a press conference that this change will make the club reconsider signing African players. 'I couldn't respect the African Cup of Nations more than I do because I like the co...
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John Oyegun, Former APC Chairman, bemoans the current state of Nigeria and the disillusionment of its citizens with their leaders
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“` John Oyegun, Former APC Chairman, bemoans the current state of Nigeria and the disillusionment of its citizens with their leaders

Expressing his concerns at the 17th edition of the Daily Trust Dialogue, John Oyegun, the former national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), lamented the lack of progress in the country and the prevailing discontent among its people.    Despite acknowledging Nigeria's growth over the past two decades, Oyegun highlighted the trend of administrations leaving office unpopular, raising questions about the dissatisfaction of the populace with their leaders during this period.    Oyegun also drew attention to the increasing unhappiness of the people with their governors and urged for an examination of the reasons behind this sentiment. He echoed the sentiment of the former governor of Borno State, Kashim Shettima, who passionately appealed for efforts to make Nigeria function...
Rachael Okonkwo Becomes Dano Milk’s Brand Ambassador for 2020
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Rachael Okonkwo Becomes Dano Milk’s Brand Ambassador for 2020

Dano Milk Nigeria, a brand of Arla Foods, has declared that the Nollywood actress, Rachael Okonkwo, widely known as ‘Nkoli Nwa Nsukka,’ will continue to represent the brand as its ambassador, starting from January 2020.   The actress, who commenced her first ambassadorship with Dano Milk Nigeria on January 17, 2019, has been acknowledged for elevating the brand's recognition as a household name in multiple cities across Nigeria.   A statement from the brand indicates that Rachel Okonkwo will sustain her pivotal role in advocating for the brand nationwide. This decision is attributed to the actress's dedication to embodying the brand’s extensive commitment to offering quality milk products that nurture stronger and healthier Nigerian families.   The Dano brand is thrilled to have her ...
Future expresses gratitude for girlfriend Lori Harvey’s bikini body on Instagram
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Future expresses gratitude for girlfriend Lori Harvey’s bikini body on Instagram

American rapper, Future, 36, and his stunning 23-year-old girlfriend, Lori Harvey, are going strong since confirming their relationship.    The 'Life Is Good' rapper took to his Instagram story to admire Lori Harvey's bikini body, reposting a photo from the model's page and expressing his gratitude by writing: "Thank u god." He added a red heart emoji to convey his thankfulness for having her in his life.