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Recent Arrests Made in Akwa Ibom State for Human Trafficking
19Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Recent Arrests Made in Akwa Ibom State for Human Trafficking

Authorities from the Akwa Ibom State command of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) have apprehended two suspects on charges of human trafficking. The arrested individuals, Okokon Essien Bassey and Ofonime Essien Bassey, were taken into custody on Tuesday, February 18. They had approached Emmanuel Monday and his pregnant wife with an offer to purchase their unborn baby for N500,000. Following a complaint filed by the couple, NAPTIP officials advised them to cooperate with the suspects. As a sign of their seriousness, the couple requested N10,000 from the suspects. The pregnant woman and her two children were then handed over to the suspects, who subsequently traveled with them to Port Harcourt. After tracking the suspects, operatives of the agen...
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Coroner Reveals Love Island Host, Caroline Flack, Took Her Own Life at Home
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Coroner Reveals Love Island Host, Caroline Flack, Took Her Own Life at Home

Caroline Flack, the former presenter of Love Island, tragically took her own life at her residence in east London, according to the findings of an inquest into her death today.    In her flat, the 40-year-old English radio and television host was discovered deceased on Saturday afternoon, just three weeks ahead of her scheduled court appearance in relation to an alleged assault on her boyfriend, Lewis Burton in December 2019.    Today, the inquest into her death was initiated at Poplar Coroner's Court in east London, only four days after Caroline's passing.    An officer from the coroner's office, Sandra Polson, detailed that police were alerted while passing through Stoke Newington on Saturday, February 15. They discovered Ms. Flack hanging and carried out resuscitation efforts, wh...
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Three medical doctors stand trial for allegedly causing death of a three months old baby in Abuja
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Three medical doctors stand trial for allegedly causing death of a three months old baby in Abuja

The unfortunate situation of three doctors being accused of causing the death of a three-month-old baby in Abuja has been brought to light. The Medical and Dental Practitioners Disciplinary Tribunal in Abuja arraigned the doctors for their alleged involvement in the baby's death. Dr. Iyoha Joseph, Dr. Obafemi Kuye, and Dr. Mukaila Oyewunmi Oladipo are being accused of unprofessional conduct, including administering unnecessary drugs, delaying necessary actions, and exposing the baby to unnecessary medications that ultimately led to his demise. The panel overseeing the case, chaired by Prof. Abba Hassan, heard the case, with the Registrar of the Council, Dr. Tajudeen Sanusi, reading the charge sheet. The doctors, who worked at the R. Jolad Hospital in Gbagada, Lagos State, were accused of...
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Iran confirms its first two coronavirus cases
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Iran confirms its first two coronavirus cases

Iran has reported its first two cases of the coronavirus. The Iranian health ministry has revealed that initial tests on two suspected cases have returned positive. Kiyanoush Jahanpour, the country’s health ministry spokesperson, stated that they have found suspected cases of the new coronavirus in the last two days. The cases were identified in the city of Qom, and the patients have been isolated. Further tests are being conducted to confirm the issue. The virus, known as COVID-19, originated in Wuhan, China, and has infected over 70,000 people globally, resulting in more than 2,000 deaths.
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Nigeria needs China's help in tackling insecurity – Gbajabiamila
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Nigeria needs China's help in tackling insecurity – Gbajabiamila

The appeal for assistance in addressing insecurity from Chinese authorities was made by House of Representatives Speaker, Femi Gbajabiamila on Tuesday February 18. Gbajabiamila requested for military support to combat the country's ongoing security challenges during a meeting with Chinese Ambassador Mr Zhou Pingjian in Abuja. He stated, "Our biggest problem right now is the issue of insecurity, and we’ll be happy to get help now from wherever we can. So, in terms of military ties, we’ll be happy to get help from you at this time." Pingjian affirmed China's commitment to supporting Nigeria in achieving its objectives.
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Chibok Community Attacked by Boko Haram, With Many Reportedly Killed
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Chibok Community Attacked by Boko Haram, With Many Reportedly Killed

On Tuesday night, February 18th, Boko Haram members attacked Korongilum Community in Chibok Local Government using a convoy of gun trucks and motorcycles, resulting in the killing of numerous residents.   Reports indicate that the heavily-armed insurgents arrived at the community around 6pm while villagers were returning from the farm, immediately initiating gunfire and causing casualties and injuries.   This assault occurs five years after the sect members abducted 276 girls from the Government Girls Secondary School in Chibok. Presently, 112 of the girls remain in Boko Haram captivity, while others have been released.   As of now, the Nigerian Army has not commented on this latest attack.  
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NPFL, NFF and Enyimba FC conspicuously snub former Enyimba captain Chinedu Udoji on his death anniversary 
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NPFL, NFF and Enyimba FC conspicuously snub former Enyimba captain Chinedu Udoji on his death anniversary 

Former Enyimba captain Chinedu Udoji, who tragically passed away on February 18, 2018, was conspicuously snubbed by the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL), Enyimba Football club, and the Nigeria Football Federation on his death anniversary. Many Nigeria football fans expressed their tributes to the late player on Twitter. Despite being an icon of the Nigerian local league during his playing days and winning multiple titles with Enyimba FC, including two Nigeria Premier Football League titles and two Federations Cups, the three organizations did not pay any tribute to Udoji. Udoji was involved in a fatal accident a few hours after playing in a 1-1 draw against his former club Enyimba. His former teammates, NPFL players, and fans shared emotional tributes on Twitter, contrasting ...
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Divorce on the Horizon for Queen Elizabeth’s Nephew, the Earl of Snowden, after 26 Years of Marriage, as Her Majesty’s Eldest Grandson, Peter Phillips, Also Splits from his Wife of 12 Years
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Divorce on the Horizon for Queen Elizabeth’s Nephew, the Earl of Snowden, after 26 Years of Marriage, as Her Majesty’s Eldest Grandson, Peter Phillips, Also Splits from his Wife of 12 Years

After 26 years of marriage, the Earl of Snowden, Queen Elizabeth's nephew, is set to divorce his wife. David Armstrong-Jones, the Earl, who is 21st in line to the throne, has reached an amicable agreement with his wife, Serena, the Countess of Snowdon, to end their marriage. The couple has two grown-up children together. According to a spokesman for the couple quoted by the BBC, "The Earl and Countess of Snowdon have amicably agreed that their marriage has come to an end and that they shall be divorced." David Armstrong-Jones, who has a furniture company under his professional name David Linley, is the son of the queen’s sister Princess Margaret, who passed away in 2002, and photographer Lord Snowdon, who passed away in 2017. This recent development adds to a series of chall...
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Bar Owner Arrested in Lagos: Admits to Stabbing Customer to Death Out of Anger
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Bar Owner Arrested in Lagos: Admits to Stabbing Customer to Death Out of Anger

Following an incident at his drinking bar, 53-year-old Obioma Dennis has been arrested by the Lagos State Criminal Intelligence and Investigations Department (SCIID), Panti Street, Yaba. The arrest was made after Dennis allegedly stabbed one of his customers to death.   Dennis, awaiting arraignment in court, expressed remorse for his actions, attributing them to what he believes was a spell cast on him by his enemies. He recounted that an altercation occurred when he confronted the deceased and two friends who were about to consume banned substance, Indian Hemp, at his bar in Alausa. The confrontation turned violent, leading to the fatal stabbing.   Reflecting on the incident, Dennis explained, “In rage, I grabbed the chair they were sitting on and threw it inside my shop, which re...
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Ben Affleck Describes Divorce from Jennifer Garner as “The Biggest Regret of His Life”
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Ben Affleck Describes Divorce from Jennifer Garner as “The Biggest Regret of His Life”

Ben Affleck, the American actor, has expressed that his divorce from actress Jennifer Garner is "the biggest regret" of his life. In an interview with The New York Times, the 47-year-old actor candidly discussed his personal life and the end of his relationship with Garner, among other topics. Affleck and Garner, who were married for ten years and have three children, finalized their divorce in 2018 following a prolonged separation.     Reflecting on their divorce, Affleck admitted, "The biggest regret of my life is this divorce," and he explained that he continues to feel guilt over the split. "Shame is really toxic. There is no positive byproduct of shame. It’s just stewing in a toxic, hideous feeling...
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