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Arrest of Fake Soldier and 11 Suspected Armed Robbers in Kogi
6Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Arrest of Fake Soldier and 11 Suspected Armed Robbers in Kogi

Upon arrest by the Kogi State Police Command, a man accused of posing as a soldier and robbing motorists and travelers in the Kogi East axis, along with 11 other suspects with charges including armed robbery, kidnapping, culpable homicide, and motorcycle car-snatching, have been paraded. According to investigations, the individual known as Monday Shaibu, who was unable to provide legitimate identification or ownership of the Bajaj motorcycle he was riding, allegedly conspired with another person named Peter to rob the motorcycle's owner. The state's police commissioner, Ede Ayuba Ekpeji stated that, "Operatives attached to the Special Anti Robbery Squad while on routine patrol intercepted a Toyota Highlander 2009 model wit...
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Vanessa Bryant shares heartbreaking Instagram posts as Gigi Bryant's jersey is retired
6Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Vanessa Bryant shares heartbreaking Instagram posts as Gigi Bryant's jersey is retired

Vanessa Bryant took to Instagram to post heartbreaking content after her daughter Gianna Maria-Onore Bryant's jersey was retired by her private school. Gianna was a promising basketball player who tragically passed away alongside her father, Kobe Bryant, in a helicopter crash. The Harbor Day School held a poignant retirement ceremony in the school's gym for Gianna's No. 2 jersey. Vanessa shared photos and videos of the emotional event on Instagram. The heartbreaking posts included a portrait of Gianna next to a table adorned with red and pink flowers spelling out her name. Vanessa captioned the post with a heart-wrenching message expressing her deep longing for her daughter. The ceremony also featured touching performances by Gianna's classmates and heartfelt speeches by teachers and ba...
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Nigerians Restricted to Owning a Maximum of Three SIM Cards
6Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Nigerians Restricted to Owning a Maximum of Three SIM Cards

The Federal Government has instructed the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) to review the registration and usage of SIM cards, aiming to limit individuals from owning more than three mobile telephone lines.   As part of this directive, telecommunication companies are expected to prevent unregistered SIM cards from operating on their networks. This move comes in response to the escalating incidents of killings, kidnappings for ransom, and general insecurity.   Furthermore, the NCC has been tasked with ensuring that the National Identity Number (NIN) becomes a prerequisite for registering new SIM cards for Nigerians, and for foreigners to use their passports and visas. Existing registered SIM cards must be updated with the NIN by December 1, 2020.   In a statement released by...
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Empowering One Million Youths with Track I T: A Gateway to Tech Skill Acquisition
6Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Empowering One Million Youths with Track I T: A Gateway to Tech Skill Acquisition

On Tuesday, February 4th, 2020, Track I T flagged off the "One Million youth empowerment program," providing an opportunity for young people to acquire tech skills in 2020. Spanning across 300 CBT centres within 36 States, including FCT, the program aims to impart hands-on sessions on three core areas: IT productivity, Data Science, and Coding using Microsoft Azure and Microsoft Office 365, with the goal of driving employability skills through mentorship and projects.     The initiative is aimed at reducing unemployment and enabling young people to find purpose through technological skills. For a 2-week practical tech skills training at a discounted rate of #3,500, individuals can register and invite others to register, with...
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Trump' and 'not guilty' number one trending topic worldwide as the internet reacts to Trump's acquittal by Senate
6Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Trump' and 'not guilty' number one trending topic worldwide as the internet reacts to Trump's acquittal by Senate

The news of Trump being acquitted by the Senate is causing a stir on the internet, with "Trump" and "not guilty" becoming the top trending topic worldwide. Following the Senate's decision to acquit Trump of the charges of obstruction of congress and abuse of power, a wave of reactions has flooded social media.   The long-standing investigation and trial in congress, which revolved around Trump's alleged withholding of military aid to Ukraine in exchange for investigations into his political rival Joe Biden, has concluded with a failure for the Democrats. The majority of the Republican Senate, except for Mitt Romney, voted against impeaching the president.   Social media has been buzzing with differing opinions, with some in favor of impeachment, suggesting th...
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Manchester United’s New Signing Odion Ighalo Shares Old Trafford Throwback
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Manchester United’s New Signing Odion Ighalo Shares Old Trafford Throwback

Odion Ighalo, the Nigerian striker, expresses his joy after signing for his childhood club, Manchester United.   In a surprising loan move to replace injured Marcus Rashford, the 30-year-old shared a throwback photo of his 2013 visit to Old Trafford as a fan on Twitter.   Proudly standing next to the club's badge in the photo, he captioned it with the words: 'My visit to Old Trafford back in 2013 as a fan and now I will be playing in Old Trafford. God is the greatest.'   My visit to Old Trafford back in 2013 as fan and now I will be playing in Old Trafford😊 God is the greatest 🙏🏾 pic.twitter.com/BDW6v2Cxm8 — Odion Jude Ighalo (@ighalojude) February 5, 2020
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118-Year-Old Woman Becomes A Special Adviser In Bayelsa
6Feb By Ahmed AfolabiNo Comments
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118-Year-Old Woman Becomes A Special Adviser In Bayelsa

118-Year-Old Woman Becomes A Special Adviser In Bayelsa An elderly woman believed to be 118-year-old identified as Omonigbalebo Dani Orogono has been appointed as a special adviser on elders matters by the Vice-chairman of Kolokuma/Opokuma local government area of Bayelsa state. This was contained in a letter dated February 4, 2020 which was signed by Bedford Ineye, one of the aides of the vice-chairman. “It is my pleasure to inform you that you have been appointed as Special Adviser on Elder Matters to the Vice Chairman, Kolokuma/Opokuma LGA,” the letter read. “Your appointment is with immediate effect. Congratulations and accept the warmest regards from the Vice Chairman.” Copy of the appointment letterReacting to the development, a consultant with the local council, Ebinimi Abiam...
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Breaking News Update: Istanbul Plane Crash
6Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Breaking News Update: Istanbul Plane Crash

Reports confirm that a Turkish Boeing 737 operated by Pegasus Airlines skidded off the runway at Sabiha Gokcen airport in Istanbul, causing it to break into pieces. The incident occurred after the aircraft landed from Izmir. NTV stated that the front of the plane, including the cockpit, was separated from the remainder of the fuselage, and a large fissure divided the rear of the aircraft, encompassing the tail section. The Turkish Health Minister Fahrettin Koca announced that three individuals lost their lives, and 179 sustained injuries. The flight was carrying 177 passengers and six crew members, according to Anadolu, the state news agency. Istanbul Governor Ali Yerlikaya revealed that the plane slid approximately 60 meters (200 feet) off the runway and then plummeted about 30-40...
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Female police officer arrested for inappropriate conduct with late Chima
6Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Female police officer arrested for inappropriate conduct with late Chima

Arrested is a female police officer known as Rose, who, while Chima was being tortured at E-crack Squad cell in Mile One Police Station in Port Harcourt, allegedly engaged in inappropriate behavior with him.   The female officer is currently in custody at Mile One Police Station, following her alleged involvement in the arrest and torture of Chima and four others who were falsely accused of armed robbery. Read previous report here     The arrest followed confirmation by the Rivers State Police Spokesperson, Nnamdi Omoni, of the arrest and detention of six officers at the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID). The detained police officers were identified as Inspector Ayogu Fidelis, Inspector Enyina Samuel, Inspector Tope, Inspector Uche, Sergeant Ake Chibuzor, and Sergeant P...
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Hollywood legend Kirk Douglas dies aged 103
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Hollywood legend Kirk Douglas dies aged 103

The iconic figure of Hollywood, Kirk Douglas, has passed away at the age of 103 on February 5, 2020. His son Michael Douglas announced the news, saying, "It is with tremendous sadness that my brothers and I announce that Kirk Douglas left us today at the age of 103. To the world, he was a legend, an actor from the golden age of movies who lived well into his golden years, a humanitarian whose commitment to justice and the causes he believed in set a standard of us all to aspire to." Michael also expressed his personal sentiments about his father, "But to me and my brothers Joel and Peter he was simply Dad, to Catherine, a wonderful father-in-law, to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren their loving grandfather, and to his wife Anne, a wonderful husband." Kirk Douglas, best known fo...
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