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Two men nabbed in Abuja for possessing N45 million counterfeit notes
20Jan By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Two men nabbed in Abuja for possessing N45 million counterfeit notes

Two men, Badamasi Sule and Muhammad Muhammad, suspected of engaging in money counterfeiting, have been apprehended by the operatives of the Abuja Zonal Office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC. They were found in possession of approximately N45 million in counterfeit Naira notes.   The EFCC, in a released statement, disclosed that the arrest took place in December 2019, following actionable intelligence which uncovered a group of scammers involved in producing fake N1,000 notes. Additionally, they were found carrying counterfeit $100 bills. Further investigations revealed that the duo had two "Ghana-must-go bags" containing the N1,000 notes, intended for circulation. Their primary targets were bureau de change operators and unsuspecting individuals. The synd...
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Busola Dakolo’s Heartfelt Birthday Message to Husband Timi Dakolo
20Jan By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Busola Dakolo’s Heartfelt Birthday Message to Husband Timi Dakolo

Timi Dakolo, the Nigerian singer, is celebrating his 39th birthday today. His wife Busola shared a heartwarming message on Instagram to mark the occasion.   The mother of three posted new photos of Timi Dakolo along with the following words: 'Happy birthday to my ride or die @timidakolo My jewel of inestimable value.#worldTimiDay.'  
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Arrests Made After Motorcycle Rider Killed and Buried in Shallow Grave in Delta (Photos)
20Jan By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Arrests Made After Motorcycle Rider Killed and Buried in Shallow Grave in Delta (Photos)

Two individuals have been apprehended by the Delta State Police command for purportedly killing a motorcycle rider, Sunday Ofishe, and burying his remains in a shallow grave in Mosogar, Ethiope West local government area of the state on January 14th.   The state Commissioner of Police, Mohammed Hafiz Inuwa, verified the incident, stating: “The man happened to be a cyclist, so those suspects waylaid him, killed him and disposed him of his motorcycle. They later took the motorcycle to sell in Oghara with a bid to dispose of it. That was how we got them”.   In response to the tragic event, the deceased's daughter, Miss Eloho Ofishe, recounted: “He normally comes in the evening before leaving again, but when he did not return, we knew something was wrong...
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Tragic Loss: Newborn Twins Found Dead after Abandonment
20Jan By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Tragic Loss: Newborn Twins Found Dead after Abandonment

In the early hours of January 20, a distressing discovery was made in Rukpokwu community of Port Harcourt, Rivers State capital. A day-old set of twins were found dead in a gutter at Elikpokwodu. It is suspected that the newborns, who were abandoned overnight, perished due to exposure to cold and other environmental factors. Eyewitnesses have revealed that a manhunt has been initiated in an attempt to identify the mother of the deceased twin babies.
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Nigerians slam EFCC over arrest of suspected yahoo boys at popular Ibadan nightclub
20Jan By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Nigerians slam EFCC over arrest of suspected yahoo boys at popular Ibadan nightclub

Nigerians are expressing their disapproval regarding the arrest of 89 suspected internet fraudsters, popularly known as yahoo boys, by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) at a well-known nightclub in Ibadan. According to reports, the nightclub is alleged by the EFCC to be a hotspot for "yahoo-yahoo boys." However, witnesses claim that the EFCC did not only apprehend individuals within the premises of the nightclub but also those driving on the adjacent road. Additionally, it is reported that the agency refused to allow the arrested individuals to identify themselves. A Nigerian lawyer and author shared an eyewitness account from one of the detained nightclub goers, questioning the EFCC's actions. The lawyer criticized the agency for raiding clubs without concrete evidenc...
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Appointment of BBNaija’s Gedoni as Special Adviser to Governor Ben Ayade on Garment Factory and Branding
20Jan By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Appointment of BBNaija’s Gedoni as Special Adviser to Governor Ben Ayade on Garment Factory and Branding

Big Brother Naija 2019 participant Gedoni Ekpata has been appointed as a Special Adviser to the Governor of Cross River State, Ben Ayade.    Gedoni's appointment is to serve as the Special Adviser to Governor Ben Ayade in the areas of Garment Factory and Branding.   In a statement released by the media aide to the Governor of Cross River State, Christian Ita, the following appointments were announced by Governor Ben Ayade:   The state governor, His Excellency Sir Ben Ayade has approved the following appointments: 1. Dakwan Elizabeth Bambu- Special Adviser, Calas Vegas 2. Emmauel Bepe- Special Adviser, Executive Protocol 3. Rosemary Tutu Ekeng- DG, Investment Promotion 4. Erasmus Ekpang- Special Assistant, Waste Management 5. Ged...
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Tragedy Strikes at Ethiopian Orthodox Christian Festival, 10 Lives Lost (Photos)
20Jan By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Tragedy Strikes at Ethiopian Orthodox Christian Festival, 10 Lives Lost (Photos)

Tragedy struck as a seating area collapsed during a major Orthodox Christian celebration in Ethiopia, resulting in at least 10 fatalities and more than 100 injuries.   The devastating incident occurred at about 8am on Monday in Gondar, where over a million people gather annually for the epiphany festivities known as Timkat.    Two doctors at the University of Gondar Hospital confirmed the loss of 10 lives when spectator stands gave way suddenly.    Hundreds of individuals were seated on a tiered wooden structure for extended hours when it collapsed.    “I can tell you up to now we have 10 dead. The number of injured is 100 or even 150,” shared a senior doctor at the University of Gondar Hospital.    A hospital source reported that the injured victims were suffering from fractures ...
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PDP Abuja Protest Ends Abruptly As Members Escape Death
20Jan By Ahmed AfolabiNo Comments
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PDP Abuja Protest Ends Abruptly As Members Escape Death

The protest embarked upon, on Monday, in Abuja by the leaders and members of the Peoples Democratic Party against the judgement of the Supreme Court on the 2019 Imo State governorship election has ended abruptly at the Eagle Square. The Supreme Court had on January 14 nullified the victory of Chief Emeka Ihedioha, who is the PDP Imo State 2019 governorship candidate. The apex court had held that the candidate of the All Progressives Congress, Chief Hope Uzodinma, is the duly elected governor of the state and ordered that he should be sworn in as the governor of the state. Some of the PDP leaders at the protest included the PDP National Chairman, Uche Secondus; the 2019 Vice-President candidate, Peter Obi; and the Senate Minority Leader, Enyinnaya Abaribe. Also present were members o...
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Exclusive 3-Bedroom Apartments in Ikoyi For Sale at Martin’s Court
20Jan By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Exclusive 3-Bedroom Apartments in Ikoyi For Sale at Martin’s Court

Introducing "MARTIN'S COURT", a sophisticated urban living project in Ikoyi proudly brought to you by Greenbox Properties Nigeria, spearheaded by Uchenna Ilonze. Situated at Glover Road, Ikoyi, Lagos, Martin’s Court comprises 24 Maisonettes of 3-bedroom luxury apartments with a BQ. Purchase Now: Off-Plan Sale Price: N140,000,000 per unit. Fully Completed Sale price: N160, 000,000 per unit. Description Martin’s Court is located along Glover Road in the old Ikoyi area of Lagos State, just a two-minute drive from Kingsway Road. The site covers a total area of approximately 1,600m2 and is set to accommodate 24 Maisonette 3-bedroom luxury apartment units upon completion. Each unit includes an attached boys quarter and will be centrally serviced. Additional services...
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Nigerian army warns foreign agencies against meddling in fight against Boko Haram
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Nigerian army warns foreign agencies against meddling in fight against Boko Haram

The fight against Boko Haram and the Islamic State of West African Province (ISWAP) is a significant concern for the Nigerian army, which has recently cautioned foreign agencies and countries against getting involved. In a statement released on Monday January 20 by the Nigerian Army Operations Media Coordinator Colonel Aminu Iliyasu, the Nigerian Armed Forces emphasized the notable progress made in the battle against insurgency. Though the statement did not directly mention any specific entity, it issued a warning to foreign agencies, countries, and individuals against taking actions or making statements that could hinder the country's peace restoration efforts. The statement, quoting the Chief of Army Staff Lieutenant General Tukur Yusufu Buratai, acknowledged the troops' renewed deter...
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