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Man arrested by police for attempting to steal singer BNXN’s jewelry box in Spain

20May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Metro

Man arrested by police for attempting to steal singer BNXN’s jewelry box in Spain

In Barcelona, the Spanish police have detained a suspected thief who tried to rob the multi-million dollar jewelry box of Nigerian singer BNXN. Adesope Shopsydoo, a British-Nigerian media personality, revealed this news on his Instagram page. On Instagram, the Afrobeats podcaster posted a video capturing the moment the alleged thief was caught after his unsuccessful try to grab the singer's jewelry box. In the caption of the video, he wrote, "A thief who attempted to take singer BNXN's expensive jewel box was captured by his team and the authorities in Barcelona." BNXN has not yet publicly responded to this incident.

The identities of all 9 victims of the Iran helicopter crash have been confirmed

20May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

The identities of all 9 victims of the Iran helicopter crash have been confirmed

Following the tragic helicopter crash in Iran on Sunday, authorities have successfully identified all nine individuals who lost their lives. According to a senior government official speaking to the Iranian news agency, Tasnim, the identities of the helicopter’s occupants were determined on Monday, despite the extensive burns they suffered. The bodies of the deceased have been transported to Tabriz, the capital of East Azerbaijan province in Iran. Media outlets had previously announced the unfortunate deaths of all nine individuals on board, which included President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian, among others. The fatal crash occurred as they were returning from a meeting with Azerbaijan's President, Ilham Aliyev. Additionally, a prominent imam from Tabriz...

A Police Operation in Delta Results in Arrest of Six Alleged Cultists and Recovery of Weapons

20May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Metro

A Police Operation in Delta Results in Arrest of Six Alleged Cultists and Recovery of Weapons

Six individuals suspected of being involved in cult activities have been apprehended by the Buffalo Squad of the Delta State Police Command. The Command’s spokesperson, Bright Edafe, disclosed this information in a post made on Sunday through his X handle. During the operation, a locally crafted firearm and two cartridges were found following a thorough search of the suspects and their vehicle, a black GLK. The official statement reported, “While conducting a routine patrol along Ibusa Road, the operatives of the Command’s Buffalo squad intercepted a black GLK carrying six young men. Subsequent investigation and search of the suspects and the vehicle led to the discovery of a locally made firearm and two live cartridges.” Edafe further added, “Often, there are misconceptions when the ...

New interim president appointed in Iran following Raisi’s passing

20May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

New interim president appointed in Iran following Raisi’s passing

Following the unfortunate demise of President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the Supreme Leader of Iran, has announced that Vice President Mohammad Mokhber will be taking over as the acting president with immediate effect. Mokhber is set to serve as the interim president until further notice, affirming his commitment to continuing Raisi's work seamlessly, as reported by state media. The decision came swiftly within a day of the tragic incident involving President Raisi and his Minister of Foreign Affairs. An emergency meeting was held in Iran on Monday to address the unexpected turn of events. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of Nigeria has already extended his condolences to the Iranian government on the loss of President Raisi.

20May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Labour justifies rejection of N48,000 minimum wage, insists on N615,000

The rejection of the proposed N48,000 minimum wage by Organised Labour was based on the Federal Government's failure to disclose the methodology used to determine the amount. Mr Etim Okon, the Vice President of the Trade Union Congress (TUC), highlighted this point while confirming Labour's participation in the upcoming negotiation meeting of the Tripartite Committee on the Minimum Wage, scheduled for Tuesday. Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and TUC had previously left the negotiation table following the Federal Government's proposition of N48,000 as the new minimum wage for workers across the country. Okon emphasized that the absence of concrete data to support the government's proposal only worsened the situation and cast doubt on the transparency and sincerity of the negotiation...

FCT police engage kidnappers in gun duel, rescue victims

20May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Metro

FCT police engage kidnappers in gun duel, rescue victims

Victims Rescued as FCT Police Confront Kidnappers in Intense Gun Battle On Sunday, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) police command encountered unidentified gunmen believed to be kidnappers in a fierce gunfight in the Bwari Area Council. Confirmation of the incident came from the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, in a statement released on Monday. In response to a distress call regarding the attack, the command's operatives, under the leadership of Commissioner of Police, CP Benneth C. Igweh, swiftly responded to the location. SP Adeh explained that in collaboration with local hunters, the police strategically surrounded the attackers, engaging them at Ushafa Hill in Bwari and Shishipe Hills in Mpape. This tactical maneuver resulted in a violent exchange of gunfi...

Nnamdi Kanu’s Fresh Bail Battle and Custody Update

20May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Nnamdi Kanu’s Fresh Bail Battle and Custody Update

Detained leader of the Biafra nation agitators, Nnamdi Kanu, suffered a setback in his latest legal battle as Justice Binta Nyako of the Federal High Court in Abuja rejected his plea for the reinstatement of his revoked bail and to be transferred from the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS) to either house arrest or prison. Justice Nyako reiterated that a similar request had been previously presented by Kanu and was dismissed on grounds of insufficiency. During her ruling, the Judge confirmed that Kanu had violated his previous bail conditions by absconding out of the country. Furthermore, Justice Nyako noted that the sureties who had vouched for Kanu in his initial bail application had requested to be relieved of their duty due to their inability to locate Kanu. In her d...

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BBNaija Ka3na: $900 million earned while sleeping

20May

By Isaac EghosaNo Comments

Entertainment

BBNaija Ka3na: $900 million earned while sleeping

During a recent revelation, former Big Brother Naija contestant Ka3na professed that she generated a staggering amount of $900 million while in slumber. She attributed this windfall to property sales in London, UK. Displaying a screenshot from her agent confirming the transaction's success on her Instagram, Ka3na confidently declared her imminent retirement as a youthful billionaire. In a caption accompanying the screenshot, she wrote, “$900,000,000 made effortlessly in my sleep. Transitioning to retired young billionaire status. #Ka3naTheBossLady.” While some of her followers lauded her achievement in the comment section, others voiced skepticism about her claim. ...

20May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

‘Special request from the King’ – Ooni appeals to 30-year-old daughter

Princess Adeola Ogunwusi, daughter of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, has been called upon by her father to introduce a potential suitor for marriage. On the occasion of her 30th birthday, the monarch conveyed his message to Adeola, emphasizing the importance of finding a life partner. Reflecting on past conversations with his daughter at different stages of her life, the Ooni recalled discussing education and future aspirations when she was just 10 years old. By her 20th birthday, he emphasized the values of ethics and well-being. Now, as Adeola transitions into her 30s, the King believes it is the appropriate time for her to consider marriage and bring a man into the family as her husband. In his well-wishes to Adeola, Oba Ogunwusi expressed his pride in her growth ...

Manu Garba emphasizes the importance of defeating Togo – WAFU U-17

20May

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Sports

Manu Garba emphasizes the importance of defeating Togo – WAFU U-17

Coach Manu Garba has cautioned his team about the necessity to perform at their peak against Togo in the upcoming match. In their final group stage encounter at the WAFU B U-17 Championship, the Golden Eaglets will be up against the young Hawks. The Eaglets secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Niger Republic in their previous game on Sunday night. Emphasizing the significance of the match, Garba stated, “It is crucial that we emerge victorious against Togo on Wednesday. They are a formidable team, and we must not underestimate them.” He further mentioned, “We have worked extensively with the players on improving their goal-scoring abilities. Despite dominating against Niger, Nigeria should have netted three goals. Therefore, we expect the players to capitalize on their opportunities again...