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Britain’s ambassador to Iran arrested after photographing protesters who demanded the resignation of Supreme leader, Ayatollah

12Jan

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Britain’s ambassador to Iran arrested after photographing protesters who demanded the resignation of Supreme leader, Ayatollah

The arrest of the UK ambassador to Iran was reported by Iran's semi-official news agency, Tasnim, during violent protests in Tehran. Rob Macaire was present during demonstrations in front of Tehran’s Amir Kabir University and was arrested after allegedly 'inciting' a crowd. Following a more than an hour in detention, he was then released. Appointed to the Ambassador role in April 2018, Rob Macaire replaced Nicholas Hopton. Iranians have been protesting in Tehran, calling for the resignation of Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei following the regime's admission of mistakenly shooting down a civilian passenger plane. Angry crowds gathered in at least four locations in Tehran, chanting 'death to liars' and calling for the co...

Tragic Incident: Corps Member Leaves a Heartrending Note Before Allegedly Taking Her Life

12Jan

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Tragic Incident: Corps Member Leaves a Heartrending Note Before Allegedly Taking Her Life

The heartbreaking news has emerged of the death of a young woman, Bolufemi Princess Motunrayo, a corps member who reportedly took her own life by consuming a poisonous substance. The graduate of Banking and Finance from Kogi State University, allegedly left behind a note for her parents and siblings before the tragic act. In the brief message addressed to her family, she wrote: "I did this because I see nothing worth living for in this world." Motunrayo, a Batch C Youth Corps Member, was serving at Girls Secondary School, Ibagwa-Aka, Igbo-Eze South LGA in Enugu State, before her untimely death.

Ukraine urges Iran to hold accountable those responsible for downing aircraft and killing 176 people

12Jan

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Ukraine urges Iran to hold accountable those responsible for downing aircraft and killing 176 people

Following Iran's admission of accidentally shooting down a Ukrainian airliner, Ukraine has demanded that Iran take action against those responsible and provide compensation to the victims' families. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky took to Facebook, stating, "We expect Iran to bring the guilty to the courts," while also calling for compensation payment and the repatriation of the victims' remains. Zelensky was scheduled to discuss the incident with Iranian President Hassan Rouhani at 5pm local time, as reported by his press office. This development came after Iran admitted on Saturday that it mistakenly shot down the Ukraine International Airlines plane, resulting in the deaths of all 176 individuals on board. The incident occurred shortly after Iran launched missiles ...

Gracious David-West, the Suspected Serial Killer in Port Harcourt, Identifies 7 Victims in the Mortuary

12Jan

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Gracious David-West, the Suspected Serial Killer in Port Harcourt, Identifies 7 Victims in the Mortuary

Reportedly, Gracious David-West, the suspected serial killer in Port Harcourt, has identified 7 of his victims out of the 19 people he allegedly killed prior to his arrest. During his trial on Friday, January 10, a statement presented in court by IPO Sergeant Ogbomudia Timi Engbokuru revealed that the suspect affirmed the visit aimed at identifying his alleged victims. Further information gathered indicated that the statements David West admitted to were made at the Special Anti-Robbery Squad Office, Police Headquarters, and Elekahia Police Station. After his arrest on September 19, the suspected serial killer took the police to all the hotel rooms where he killed the women on September 20. The trial before Justice Adolphus Enebeli and Justice Mark Chukwu is expected to co...

US Sec. Of State Mike Pompeo refuses Iraqi Prime Minister's request for US troop withdrawal from Iraq

12Jan

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US Sec. Of State Mike Pompeo refuses Iraqi Prime Minister's request for US troop withdrawal from Iraq

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has declined the request of Iraqi Prime Minister to initiate plans for the withdrawal of US military troops from Iraq, which came in response to the US drone strike that resulted in the death of Iranian General Qassem Soleimani on Iraqi soil. The Iraqi Prime Minister, Adel Abdul-Mahdi, conveyed his request to Pompeo during a telephone conversation on Thursday night. He also expressed his disapproval of the US strikes in Iraq, citing them as a breach of Iraqi sovereignty and a violation of the existing security agreements between the two nations. In the call, Abdul-Mahdi urged Pompeo to send representatives to Iraq in order to prepare a mechanism to implement the parliament's resolution regarding the withdrawal of foreign troops from the country. Presid...

Dakore Egbuson-Akande Dismisses Marriage Crash Rumors, Condemns Lies Told Out of Hate

12Jan

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Dakore Egbuson-Akande Dismisses Marriage Crash Rumors, Condemns Lies Told Out of Hate

Dismisses Marriage Crash Rumors - Dakore Egbuson-Akande has dismissed claims of her marriage to Olumide Akande. Speculation of the marriage crash arose when Dakore shared a bikini photo at the One African Music Fest in Dubai alongside her brother, Timini. Allegations surfaced, asserting that the couple's marriage faltered due to financial concerns, with claims that Olumide Akande, a billionaire's son, was not as financially endowed as when they initially met, dated, and during their early marriage. The report further insinuated that Dakore was pressured to conceive a son within her 10-year-old marriage, which has so far produced two daughters. However, the actress debunked the claims of her marriage's collapse as she commemorated her 10th wedding anniversary with her husband Ol...

Sultan of Oman, Qaboos bin Said Al Said has passed away at 79 without an heir after being in power for 50 years

12Jan

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Sultan of Oman, Qaboos bin Said Al Said has passed away at 79 without an heir after being in power for 50 years

The Sultan of Oman, Qaboos bin Said Al Said, who was the longest-serving ruler in the Arab world, has died at the age of 79 without an appointed heir after ruling for 50 years. Early on Saturday, a court statement announced, 'With great sorrow and deep sadness... the royal court mourns His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said, who passed away on Friday.' Qaboos bin Said Al Said, who recently underwent a medical checkup in Belgium, was believed to have been in poor health, with unconfirmed reports suggesting he was suffering from cancer. The royal court has announced three days of mourning for the unmarried Sultan who had no children and did not publicly name an heir since he seized power in a 1970 palace coup with the help of Oman's former colonial power, Britain. As per the ...

Sultan of Oman, Qaboos bin Said Al Said passes away at 79 without an heir after ruling for 50 years

12Jan

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Sultan of Oman, Qaboos bin Said Al Said passes away at 79 without an heir after ruling for 50 years

Qaboos bin Said Al Said, the Sultan of Oman and Arab world's longest-serving ruler, has passed away at the age of 79 after ruling for 50 years, leaving no designated successor or heir. The royal court released a statement early on Saturday announcing, 'With great sorrow and deep sadness... the royal court mourns His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said, who passed away on Friday.' The Sultan, who recently underwent a medical checkup in Belgium, was reportedly in poor health. There were unconfirmed reports of him suffering from cancer. The royal court has declared three days of mourning for the unmarried Sultan, who had no children and did not publicly name an heir since he seized power in a 1970 palace coup aided by Oman's former colonial power, Britain. ...

Buhari’s wife and children are entitled to presidential jet – Garba Shehu

12Jan

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Buhari’s wife and children are entitled to presidential jet – Garba Shehu

The use of the Presidential Private Jet by one of the daughters of President Buhari, Hanan Buhari, has elicited reactions from Garba Shehu, the President's spokesperson. Shehu defended the use of the jet by stating that it is entitled to the President's wife and children. He also clarified that Hanan Buhari's trip to Bauchi on January 9 was authorized by the Presidency for the Durbar event. Shehu emphasized that the trip followed the normal procedure and was duly authorized, with relevant authorities informed. He further explained that the Presidential Air fleet is available to the President, the first family, and four other authorized individuals, including the Vice President, the Senate President, the Speaker, and any other person(s) authorized by the President.

Roger Federer ‘set to become tennis’ first billionaire in 2020′

12Jan

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Roger Federer ‘set to become tennis’ first billionaire in 2020′

It is reported that in 2020, Roger Federer is on track to become tennis’ first billionaire, becoming only the fourth sportsperson to achieve this feat alongside Michael Jordan, Tiger Woods, and Floyd Mayweather. Federer's wealth comes from both prize money and endorsements with various global brands. According to Tennis.com, Federer has already earned £689 million and has a further £153 million guaranteed from sponsorship contracts. ATP figures state that Federer has amassed £98 million in prize money from singles and doubles tournaments, in addition to earnings from major competitions and a South American exhibition tournament during the off-season, contributing £7.6 million annually. Businessinsider.com highlighted his commercial suc...