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19Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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‘He was planning on going to Canada for his masters’ – mother of LASU graduate who jumped into Lagos Lagoon speaks ‘He was planning on going to Canada for his masters’ – mother of LASU graduate who jumped into Lagos Lagoon speaks

The mother of a 22-year-old man, identified as Daibo Toju Davies, who plunged into the lagoon from the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos state last weekend, said that he was looking forward to his Masters program in Canada before this unfortunate incident. In an interview with Channels TV, the devastated mother expressed that her son had just graduated from the Lagos State University, department of Quantity Surveyor, and she confirmed that he never had any history of depression or drug abuse. She appealed to the Lagos state government to find her son alive or dead. Toju jumped into the Lagoon after asking the driver of an Uber ride he was in to stop. ...
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Oby Ezekwesili accuses Buhari of "lack of compassion" on the second anniversary of Leah Sharibu's abduction
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Oby Ezekwesili accuses Buhari of "lack of compassion" on the second anniversary of Leah Sharibu's abduction

On the second anniversary of the abduction of Leah Sharibu, Oby Ezekwesili has accused President Buhari of showing "lack of compassion" in handling the situation. She highlighted the heartbreaking ordeal faced by Leah and criticized the government for not maintaining contact with the girl's parents since 2018. Ezekwesili also drew attention to the ongoing plight of the remaining Chibok girls and emphasized the need for justice and closure for all those affected. President Buhari, in a released statement, acknowledged the continued efforts to secure the release of all children and captives of terrorists, emphasizing the government's commitment to ensuring the safe return of Leah and others, regardless of their religious beliefs.
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5 sisters allegedly beat their brother to death for demanding a share of dowry
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5 sisters allegedly beat their brother to death for demanding a share of dowry

The tragic incident of a brother allegedly beaten to death by his five sisters has shocked people worldwide. The sisters have been arrested and brought to court for their alleged involvement in the incident. The tragedy reportedly occurred during a goat-eating ceremony prior to a dowry-payment event in Mwimuto Village, Kiambu County, Kenya. The victim, 51-year-old Paul Njeri, was purportedly assaulted by his sisters as he demanded a share of the dowry paid for their eldest sister, who was not one of the five involved. He was reportedly beaten with firewood and logs. The Gatundu North Sub-County police boss, Steve Kirui, confirmed the arrest of the suspects, expressing shock at the tragic outcome of the incident. The suspects, identified as Mary Muthoni, Elizabeth Wairimu, Catherine Wanj...
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Nigerians and their gang members in the UK convicted and sentenced for £358k complex phone and email fraud
19Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Nigerians and their gang members in the UK convicted and sentenced for £358k complex phone and email fraud

Following arraignment by Hampshire Constabulary’s Economic Crime Unit, some Nigerians and their associates have been found guilty and imprisoned.   These individuals illegally accessed around 2,000 BT customers’ accounts using a sophisticated phone and email divert scam between May 2014 and July 2016. The investigation, lasting over two years, led to the discovery of £358,345 in losses. However, it is anticipated that the total amount defrauded is much higher. According to Portsmouth Crown Court, the gang utilized the money to purchase Rolex watches, high-value jewelry, televisions, and designer clothing.   PSI Stephen Murden from the Economic Crime Unit stated: “Our investigation, with the aid of data from PayPal, successfully linked fraudul...
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Tragic News: US Rapper Pop Smoke Killed in his Home Shortly After Sharing a Tweet
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Tragic News: US Rapper Pop Smoke Killed in his Home Shortly After Sharing a Tweet

Fans are in shock after US rapper Pop Smoke was shot dead in his Hollywood Hills home, just shortly after sharing a tweet less than 3 hours ago.   According to TMZ, two masked men wearing hoodies broke into the rapper's home in the early hours of Wednesday, February 19, firing multiple shots before fleeing the scene on foot.   Law enforcement sources revealed to TMZ, "The rapper was at his home in the Hollywood Hills at around 4:30 AM when 2 men wearing hoodies and masks broke into his house. We’re told the 2 men fired multiple shots, striking and critically wounding Pop Smoke. The men were seen fleeing on foot."   Online footage shows first responders trying to save the rapper's life as he is wheeled out on a stretcher to an awaiting ambulance.   Pop Smoke was rushed to Cedars-Sina...
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Moment Davido dodged a fan who jumped on stage to hug him (video)
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Moment Davido dodged a fan who jumped on stage to hug him (video)

The moment Davido avoided a fan who leaped onto the stage to embrace him is now trending in a video. During the performance, a male fan made his way onto the stage and attempted to hug Davido, who skillfully stepped back and evaded the fan's embrace. You can watch the video below to see the incident for yourself. View this post on Instagram Moment Davido dodged a fan who jumped on stage to hug him. A post shared by Lindaikejiblog (@lindaikejiblogofficial) on Feb 19, 2020 at 7:17am PST
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Report: Tanker Drivers Arrested by DSS in Kano For Strike Action
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Report: Tanker Drivers Arrested by DSS in Kano For Strike Action

A group of petroleum tanker drivers in Kano who protested against the arrest of four of their members for alleged attempt to smuggle petroleum products out of the country, have been taken into custody by the Department of State Security (DSS) after shutting down filling stations in the area.   The arrests took place on Tuesday February 18, with the drivers facing charges of unlawfully closing down filling stations. A DSS official, confirming the arrests, informed The Nation that eight of the closed filling stations had already been reopened.   A statement from the DSS operative read,    “We have arrested so many of them for closing down filling stations without justifications. This is because we cannot allow lawlessness in the State”.   Danbaba Isah, spokesperson for the Nigeria ...
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Topless Photos of Kendell Jenner in GARAGE Magazine Fashion Shoot
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Topless Photos of Kendell Jenner in GARAGE Magazine Fashion Shoot

Kendell Jenner, the 24-year-old supermodel, appeared topless, covering her modesty with her hands during a fashion shoot for GARAGE magazine. The fashion shoot was a collaboration between Kendell Jenner, conceptual artist Maurizio Cattelan, and fashion photographer Campbell Addy for the magazine's 18th issue. The magazine's cover features Jenner in the likeness of Cattelan’s lifelike wax bust of American supermodel Stephanie Seymour, positioned to resemble a ship’s figurehead. See more photos from the shoot below.
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Experience the Moment an Orchestra Violinist Played the Violin During Brain Surgery (Photos/Video)
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Experience the Moment an Orchestra Violinist Played the Violin During Brain Surgery (Photos/Video)

During a recent brain tumor removal operation, an orchestra violinist played her instrument to protect the part of the brain controlling her hand movement from potential damage by the surgeons.   53-year-old management consultant and passionate violinist Dagmar Turner from the Isle of Wight underwent the surgery at King's College Hospital, as reported by Sky News.    Prior to the procedure, Dagmar expressed concerns about losing her musical abilities and ultimately requested to play the violin during the operation. According to the surgeons, they mapped her brain, opened the skull, and then instructed her to play the violin while removing the tumor. Professor Keyoumars Ashkan, a consultant neurosurgeon at the hospital, commented,...
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