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US model accuses Davido of impregnating her

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Recently, a US-based model named Anita Brown claimed to be pregnant with the child of Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido, causing a stir on social media. Brown shared screenshots of chats between herself, Davido’s cousin Clarks Adeleke, and Davido himself, refuting claims that their relationship was a one-night stand. Following the news, social media users have been sharing their thoughts on the situation. Some users, like @Joy_Ike, humorously commented that Davido is fulfilling the command to multiply from the Bible due to his alleged involvement with multiple women. Others, such as…

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World Bank urges Federal government to lessen suffering with subsidy savings

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The World Bank has urged the Nigerian government to use a portion of the funds saved from removing fuel subsidies to alleviate the suffering of its citizens, which has been exacerbated by the negative consequences of this policy. In their latest Nigeria Development Update report, titled “Seizing the Opportunity,” the World Bank highlighted that without measures to mitigate the adverse effects of subsidy removal, an additional 7.1 million Nigerians could be pushed into poverty. The World Bank emphasized that the removal of fuel subsidies and the implementation of foreign exchange…

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Man arrested for selling own 9-year-old son

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In Akwa Ibom State, the Police Command has arrested Gabriel Okon Ekpiri, a resident of Ekit Itam Akpan Obong community in Itu Local Government Area, for selling his nine-year-old son for N400,000. The arrest was made by the Quick Intervention Squad of the Command. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, Odiko Macdon, revealed that during interrogation, the suspect admitted to the crime and attributed his actions to the influence of the devil and the economic hardship prevailing in the country. The Commissioner of Police, Olatoye Durosinmi, condemned the actions of Gabriel…

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Former Nigerian U-17 player jailed in Denmark for rape

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Former Golden Eaglets star Akinkunmi Amoo, who currently plays for FC Copenhagen in Denmark, has been sentenced to one year in prison for sexual assault. The news of his sentencing was confirmed by former BBC World Football reporter Osasu Obayiuwana. Amoo, a petite winger, has been embroiled in legal troubles since April, July, and August 2022, facing criminal charges from Danish authorities. He was arrested on September 10, 2022, and released on bail on October 7. Amoo is appealing the decision. The outcome of Friday’s trial was reported by Danish…

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Lagos gas explosion injures four, damages properties

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A gas explosion in Lagos, Nigeria, resulted in four individuals, including one man and three women, sustaining injuries. The incident occurred near the Apostolic Church in Agege during the early hours of Monday. The explosion originated from a gas shop due to a cylinder leakage. The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) successfully prevented the inferno from spreading to neighboring shops and buildings. The injured victims, who suffered second-degree burns, were promptly taken to the hospital for treatment. Share on: WhatsApp

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Kaduna Police Inspector apprehended for attempted murder

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A Kaduna State Police Command officer has been arrested for attempting to kill his colleague while on duty in Kafanchan and stealing his rifle. The command has also disrupted a rail line vandalism operation, seized the transporting truck, and recovered evidence. According to the spokesperson of the Police Command, Muhammad Jalige, a distressing incident occurred at the Police Mobile Force base of 62 Squadron in Kafanchan on June 16, 2023. Inspector Moses Paul, in an alarming act, tried to strangle his duty partner, Inspector Simnawa Paul, using a rope around…

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Abuja trickster posing as FBI agent defrauds Spaniard of €5.7m

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A man named Ifechukwu Makwe, posing as an FBI agent, has been arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Abuja. Makwe is accused of defrauding a Spaniard of €5.7 million through various false identities. He was apprehended in the Guzape area of Abuja based on credible intelligence regarding his fraudulent internet activities. Makwe, who used aliases such as Fahad Makwe, Senator Tompolo, Tom Makwe, and Dr Bran, convinced his victim of his FBI agent and diplomatic solicitor status. The fraudulent activities began in 2013 when he initially…

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Skitmaker, Trinity Guy remanded in Prison for sexual prank with minor

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Popular skit maker, Abdullahi Maruff Adisa known as Trinityguy has been remanded in prison over allegation of sexualising minor in his viral skit video, by a Magistrate Court situated at Iyaganku, Ibadan, Oyo State capital. It will be recalled that the Nigerian Police, through Force Public Relation Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, called for the arrest of Trinityguy following a viral video of his dangerous pranks. A statement by the Oyo State Police Command on Friday, disclosed that the skit maker and parent of the little girl in viral video were quizzed…

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Cult gang members killed in Delta state

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In a recent operation conducted by the Delta State Police Command, officers have successfully neutralized the armorer of a notorious gang during a raid on criminal hideouts in the state. The incident took place on June 23, 2023, in the Warri metropolis. Under the guidance of the Commissioner of Police, Wale Abass, who instructed Divisional Police Officers (DPOs) and Area Commanders to purge their respective areas of criminal elements, the Divisional Police Officer of ‘A’ Division Warri, CSP T.Y Mahmud, led his team in the operation. Based on actionable intelligence,…

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Newlywed bride and two Sisters-in-Law Freed After N7million Ransom Payment

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In a terrifying ordeal lasting five days, a newlywed woman named Mrs. Rukkayat Musa and her two sisters-in-law have been freed from captivity. They were kidnapped from their home in Ilorin, Kwara State, by armed assailants who broke into their rented apartment on Emir’s road. Rukkayat’s husband managed to escape, but she and her sisters were taken away by the kidnappers. The abductors demanded a ransom of N7 million for their release. Fortunately, the victims were released in the early hours of yesterday after the family paid the ransom. The…

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