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Tech CEO, Mark Zuckerberg trains with MMA Professionals

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On Tuesday, Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta (formerly Facebook), was seen training with UFC champions Israel Adesanya and Alexander Volkanovski. This has fueled speculation about the possibility of an MMA fight between Zuckerberg and Elon Musk, the CEO of Twitter. The idea of an MMA showdown between these tech moguls originated as an online banter a few weeks ago. Tensions escalated between them after Zuckerberg launched his Twitter-like app called Threads on July 5, 2023. Threads quickly gained popularity, amassing over 100 million users worldwide. Musk, however, accused Meta…

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Skit Maker ‘Trinity Guy’ remanded in Prison

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Maruf Abdullahi, a skit maker also known as “Trinity,” has been ordered by a family court in Iyaganku, Ibadan, to be remanded in the Agodi Correctional Centre. He is facing charges of allegedly sexually exploiting a 10-year-old girl. The court also ordered the continued remand of Isiaka Ahmed (40) and his wife Rofiat Ahmed (29), who are the parents of the victim. During the court proceedings, the prosecution counsel, Inspector Oluwakemi Arowosaye, stated that Abdullahi, along with the parents of the victim, has been charged with conspiracy and sexual abuse/exploitation.…

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Two Police Officers Arrested in Rivers State for Assaulting Man in a Viral Video

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Two police officers from the Rivers State Police Command have been arrested after a video capturing them mistreating an unidentified man went viral. The Commissioner of Police in the state, Nwonyi Polycarp Emeka, ordered their arrest in response to the disturbing footage that circulated on social media. The arrested officers are currently undergoing interrogation for their unprofessional behavior. According to Grace Iringe-Koko, the Public Relations Officer of the Command, the police operatives will be thoroughly investigated in accordance with the established guidelines governing the conduct of law enforcement personnel. Appropriate…

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Bayelsa ASUP Commences Indefinite Strike

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Members of the Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP), Federal Polytechnic, Ekowe chapter in Bayelsa, have initiated an indefinite strike due to unsatisfactory working conditions, including unpaid academic allowances and promotion arrears. The decision to go on strike was reached during an emergency congress on Monday and was outlined in a communique signed by ASUP Chairman, Comrade Agada Franklin, and General Secretary, Justin Ikirigo. Efforts to resolve the issue at a stakeholders’ meeting led by Amb. Godknows Igali proved futile as the union insisted on the implementation of their demands…

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Governor Soludo Awards Scholarship to Miss Umeh, Highest Scorer in UTME

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Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has granted a scholarship to Miss Nkechinyere Umeh, who emerged as the top-performing candidate in the 2023 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examinations (UTME). In a statement released by Mr. Christian Aburime, Soludo’s Press Secretary, it was announced that Umeh achieved a score of 360 out of 400, making the state proud with her exceptional performance. The governor congratulated Miss Umeh for her remarkable achievement and expressed his appreciation for her hard work. As a token of the state government’s recognition, Governor Soludo has offered her…

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Helicopter crash in Nepal claims six lives

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A helicopter carrying six passengers crashed shortly after taking off near Mount Everest in Nepal, resulting in the death of all individuals on board. The incident occurred during a flight from Lukla to Kathmandu, and contact with the helicopter was lost approximately 10 minutes after departure. The Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal confirmed that six bodies were found at the crash site. This tragedy follows a plane crash in Nepal’s western region six months ago, which claimed the lives of all 72 people onboard. Nepal is known for its poor…

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Airfield Lighting Systems Stolen at Murtala Muhammad Airport, Investigations Underway

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Recently, there was an incident at the domestic runway 18/36L of Murtala Muhammad Airport where the newly installed airfield lighting systems were allegedly stolen. The theft took place during the closure of the runway, and it is believed that a syndicate, including some workers of the airport agencies and external accomplices, was responsible for the crime. The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Aviation, Dr Emmanuel Meribole, directed the suspension of heads of relevant departments at the airport, as well as security personnel responsible for guarding critical airport facilities. The…

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Lagos witnesses 1,642 fire incidents in a span of six months

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Between January and June 2023, Lagos State witnessed a total of 1,642 fire incidents resulting in the loss of N14.62 billion worth of properties and the unfortunate death of 42 individuals. The Director of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Margaret Adeseye, reported that out of the 1,642 emergencies attended to, the majority (924 incidents) were fire-related. Additionally, there were 92 cases of rescue, 41 salvage operations, three explosions, two building collapses, and 400 false calls received. Adeseye emphasized that the rise in fire incidents was primarily due to…

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Arrest Warrant Issued as Arrogant Luxury Car Buyer Insults Emirati Society in Viral Video

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Arabian Business reports that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has issued an arrest warrant for a man who was filmed displaying arrogance while attempting to purchase expensive cars from a luxury showroom. The state-run news agency, WAM, states that the video insults and mocks Emirati society, stirring up harmful public opinions. In the viral video, an Asian man dressed in Emirati attire is seen accompanied by individuals carrying large amounts of money, expressing his desire to buy a Mercedes, Rolls Royce, and a Red Bull sports car, among others. The…

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24-hour curfew placed in Mangu, Plateau, as terrorists kill 231 individuals

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Yesterday, terrorists launched an attack on the Farin Kasa and Sabon Gari communities in Mangu Local Council, Plateau State, Nigeria, resulting in the death of 12 individuals, injuries to others, and the destruction of houses. This incident adds to the growing fatality count in the area, which has reached 231 within a span of two months. In response, the state government has imposed a 24-hour curfew in Mangu, and the military has relocated its base to the area. According to a reliable source who spoke anonymously, the attackers carried out…

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