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Omo-Agege reacts to the killing of Catholic seminarian
5Feb By Ahmed AfolabiNo Comments
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Omo-Agege reacts to the killing of Catholic seminarian

Omo-Agege reacts to the killing of Catholic seminarian DEPUTY President of the Senate, Senator Ovie Omo Agege, All Progressives Congress, APC, Delta Central, yesterday condemned in very strong terms, the killing of a Catholic seminarian in Kaduna, just as he vowed that the National Assembly will work with the Executive to resolve the security challenges confronting the country. Omo- Agege who spoke yesterday in Abuja when he played host to the alumni of the Psycho-Spiritual Institute of the Catholic University of Eastern Africa, Nairobi Kenya (Nigeria and Cameroon Chapter) as well as members of the St. Thomas More Catholic Chaplaincy, National Assembly, called for the overhauling of the nation’s security architecture. He harped on the need to rejig the nation’s security architecture ...
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NYSC members set to get married after meeting at Platoon Kitchen duty
5Feb By Ahmed AfolabiNo Comments
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NYSC members set to get married after meeting at Platoon Kitchen duty

Two serving National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members identified as Mohammed Alhaji-Musa and Hauwa Yahaya-Bagudu are reportedly set to get married on Friday February 7, after meeting in NYSC’s orientation camp in Kano almost a year ago. Mohammed Alhaji Musa is from Afo in Nassarawa State, recounted how he met his fiancee, Hauwa Yahaya Bagudu who is from Nupe ethnic group in Niger State. Musa revealed their first meeting was at the NYSC orientation camp kitchen in Kano State. “We met in camp during our platoon activities, especially the day we met during our platoon duty in the kitchen. Since then, love took hold of me like breeze from nowhere. I was overwhelmed by her kindness and the kind of hospitality I received the first day I went to their house” he said. NYSC members set to ...
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Schoolgirl Injured by Stray Bullet in Iyana Ipaja Riot Following Clash Between Okada Riders and Police (Graphic Video)
5Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Schoolgirl Injured by Stray Bullet in Iyana Ipaja Riot Following Clash Between Okada Riders and Police (Graphic Video)

Amidst the clash between okada riders and police officers in Iyana Ipaja (read here), a female student has been hit by a stray bullet. A video circulating online depicts a schoolgirl, donning her school uniform, lying motionless on the ground. Her school uniform is soaked in blood as concerned individuals attempt to apply pressure to stop the bleeding. Amidst the commotion, people expressed distress and attempted to comfort the girl in her final moments. Reports indicate that the girl was swiftly transported to the hospital, where she underwent an operation to remove the bullet. She is currently in the process of recuperating. The clash in Iyana Ipaja erupted this morning due to the ban on okada an...
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You are misinforming Nigerians with claims of Buhari’s administration paying ransom to terrorists selectively – Presidency warns CAN
5Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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You are misinforming Nigerians with claims of Buhari’s administration paying ransom to terrorists selectively – Presidency warns CAN

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has been cautioned by the Presidency to refrain from spreading misinformation about the alleged selective payment of ransom to terrorists by Buhari’s administration. This warning comes in response to CAN's recent claim that the administration paid ransoms selectively, particularly in relation to the release of Muslim Chibok and Dapchi schoolgirls held captive by Boko Haram. In response to these assertions made by CAN's spokesperson, Kwamkur Samuel, President Buhari's Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, has refuted the allegations, labeling them as "unfounded." Adesina stated that no ransom was paid for the release of the abducted Dapchi schoolgirls on March 21, 2018. The Presidency's response read: “We are again constrained to...
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Tonto Dikeh advises not to get deceived by social media’s glamorous facade
5Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Tonto Dikeh advises not to get deceived by social media’s glamorous facade

Nollywood star Tonto Dikeh recently used her Instagram platform to offer some words of wisdom to young individuals who are still in the "hustling" phase.   She cautioned social media users not to fall into the trap of feeling down when they see others enjoying luxurious trips and vacations, as many of these experiences are the result of long-term planning and saving. Dikeh pointed out that even the display of expensive cars, houses, and phones by wealthy individuals is the outcome of careful financial planning and savings.   The actress encouraged young people to strike a balance between saving for essential things and allowing themselves to indulge, emphasizing that the glamorous facade presented on social media does not necessarily reflect the reality of people's lives.   Dikeh's a...
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Tragic Death of Pregnant Woman from Lassa Fever in Katsina
5Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Tragic Death of Pregnant Woman from Lassa Fever in Katsina

The Katsina State government confirmed the heartbreaking death of a 26-year-old pregnant patient from Lassa fever on Wednesday, February 6. Executive Director of the State Primary Health Care Development Agency (PHCDA) Dr. Shamsudeen Yahaya disclosed that the deceased pregnant woman's 60-year-old relative tested positive for the virus. Dr. Yahaya revealed that out of seven samples collected and sent for testing, four came back negative, two returned positive, and one is still pending. Dr. Yahaya reported, ‘’The pregnant woman died on Sunday, while the other is alive and responding to treatment; there were plans to take the one that is alive to an isolation center in Katsina. ’The pregnant woman was vomiting, bleeding, and...
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Iyabo Ojo slams former friend on her birthday, calls her a witch
5Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Iyabo Ojo slams former friend on her birthday, calls her a witch

Actress Iyabo Ojo Criticizes Former Friend on Her Birthday, Accuses Her of Being a Witch Nollywood star Iyabo Ojo has taken to Instagram to criticize a former friend and colleague.   Although Iyabo didn't mention a specific name, she provided enough hints to indicate who she was addressing.   In the post, Iyabo expressed, "After all I did for you 2 years ago to celebrate your bday in Turkey, you still snitched on me giving media fake news that I was in a coma for 3 days."   Fathia Balogun turned 51 today, and most celebrities have been sharing her photo to celebrate her. However, Iyabo Ojo chose to call out "one agbaya in Nollywood" instead. Despite numerous female celebrities celebrating their birthday today, Fathia, a Nollywood star, was the one Iyabo targeted.     Iyabo Ojo also ...
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A Day Old Baby Confirmed Positive Of Coronavirus
5Feb By Ahmed AfolabiNo Comments
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A Day Old Baby Confirmed Positive Of Coronavirus

A baby in China’s epidemic-hit Wuhan city has been diagnosed with the novel coronavirus just 30 hours after being born, Chinese state media reported Wednesday. The infant is the youngest person recorded as being infected by the virus, which has killed nearly 500 people since emerging late last year. CCTV quoted experts as saying it may be a case of “vertical transmission”, referring to infections passed from mother to child during pregnancy, childbirth or immediately after. The mother had tested positive for the virus before she gave birth. The official Xinhua news agency reported Monday that a baby born last week to an infected mother had tested negative. The disease is believed to have emerged in December in a Wuhan market that sold wild animals and spread rapidly as people travel...
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Aimart Realtors Flags-off Love Wins Challenge Campaign
5Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Aimart Realtors Flags-off Love Wins Challenge Campaign

Aimart Realtors has launched the Love Wins Challenge campaign to celebrate the season of love and reward its customers with an exceptional experience. This Valentine's campaign is aimed at reinforcing the company's commitment to providing housing solutions that support family bonding. Mrs. Bukola Iluyomade, the Managing Director of Aimart International, expressed the purpose of the campaign, emphasizing the company's dedication to creating a desire for homeownership among Nigerians, regardless of their income level. Participants are required to write a letter titled ‘Why I want to Purchase A Home at Aimart Realtors For Me and My Loved One’, post it on their social media handles, and tag @aimartrealtorsng on Instagram and @aimartrealtors on Twitter and Facebook with the hashtag #loveWins...
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Meeting at NYSC: Two Corps Members to Tie the Knot Soon (see photos)
5Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Meeting at NYSC: Two Corps Members to Tie the Knot Soon (see photos)

Set to marry on Friday, February 7, are two serving corps members, Mohammed Alhaji-Musa and Hauwa Yahaya-Bagudu, who met almost a year ago at NYSC's orientation camp in Kano.    Reportedly, Mohammed Alhaji Musa is from Afo in Nassarawa State, while Hauwa Yahaya Bagudu is from the Nupe ethnic group in Niger State.      Recalling the first meeting with his bride, Musa shared that they met in the NYSC orientation camp kitchen in Kano State.    Expressing his feelings, Musa said;    “We met in camp during our platoon activities, especially the day we met during our platoon duty in the kitchen. Love took hold of me like a breeze from nowhere. I was overwhelmed by her kindness and the hospitality I received the first day I went to their house."      On her part, Hauwa revealed that she...
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