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Attack at Chinese Kindergarten: Six dead

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On Monday, a tragic incident occurred at a kindergarten in the city of Lianjiang, located in South China’s Guangdong province. According to a spokeswoman for the city government, six individuals lost their lives, and one person was injured in an attack. The victims included a teacher, two parents, and three students. The spokeswoman did not provide specific details regarding the identities and ages of the victims, as well as the weapon used in the attack. However, she confirmed that one suspect has been apprehended, and a police investigation is currently…

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Legendary Spanish Midfielder Luis Suarez Miramontes Passes Away at 88

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Luis Suarez Miramontes, a former Barcelona and Inter Milan midfielder, passed away at the age of 88. He was the only male footballer born in Spain to win the Ballon d’Or, receiving the prestigious award in 1960. Suarez was affectionately known as “The Architect” and had a successful career as a player and coach. Born in La Coruna in 1935, Suarez began his career at Deportivo La Coruna before joining Barcelona in 1954. He played for Barcelona until 1961 and then moved to Inter Milan, where he became a legend.…

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Akiolu demands removal of Eyo from Gangs Of Lagos movie

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The Oba of Lagos, Rilwan Akiolu, has demanded that the producers of the movie “Gangs of Lagos” and Amazon Prime Video remove the image and representation of the Eyo masquerade from the film. The movie, written by Kay Jegede and Jade Osiberu, was released on Prime Video on April 7, 2023, and has faced criticism for its portrayal of the Eyo masquerade as the “first gang of Lagos.” In a letter addressed to the producers and Amazon Web Service, Oba Akiolu described the movie as defamatory and sacrilegious, causing reputational…

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Prince’s Trust Launches in Nigeria to Tackle Youth Unemployment

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Prince’s Trust International, a non-profit organization founded by King Charles III of England, has been introduced in Nigeria to address the pressing issue of youth unemployment globally. The launch event, held in Lagos, was attended by notable figures, including the Deputy British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Ben Llewellyn-Jones. During the launch, Llewellyn-Jones emphasized that Prince’s Trust International’s presence in Nigeria would help bridge the skills gap and provide young people with quality training to enhance their employability. The initiative aims to assist more countries and aligns with the UK government’s…

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Tragic Fire at Milan Retirement Home Claims Six Lives

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In the early hours of Friday in Milan, a fire broke out at a retirement home, resulting in the death of six people. The fire brigade reported that several residents were also hospitalized due to smoke inhalation. The three-story building, which housed 167 individuals, witnessed the tragic incident. The cause of the fire remains unknown at this time. Firefighters acted swiftly to evacuate the building and managed to save numerous individuals. An AFP photographer witnessed the removal of two victims’ bodies from the scene. The area outside the retirement home…

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Suspected Benz thief fleeing Abuja caught in Edo

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Meshach Sinuphro, the individual who allegedly stole a Mercedes Benz valued at N55m from a car dealer in the Federal Capital Territory, has been apprehended by the Decoy Squad of the Edo State Police Command. The arrest took place in Benin City, Edo State. DSP Bright Edafe, the Delta State Police Public Relations Officer, confirmed the arrest through a Twitter post on Thursday. Sinuphro, who posed as a prospective buyer, is accused of stealing the vehicle in Abuja. Share on: WhatsApp

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Abba Kyari granted bail after 18-months in detention

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Suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police, Abba Kyari, has been granted bail by the Federal High Court in Abuja. The bail was granted by Justice James Omotosho in a case where Kyari and his two siblings were accused of failing to declare assets to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency. The bail conditions include a sum of N50 million, two sureties with property worth N25 million each within the court’s jurisdiction, the deposit of international passports and bank statements, and the endorsement of the release warrant depending on developments in another…

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Pastor Arrested for Alleged Rape and Impregnation of Minor Girl in Rivers State

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Rumuji Police Division, located in Emohua Local Government Area, Rivers State, has arrested a Pastor known as Pillar on charges of defiling a minor, which has resulted in her pregnancy. The arrest of Pastor Pillar, who serves as a clergyman at a new generation church in Ndele community, followed a complaint filed by Mr. Amesi ThankGod, the brother of the victim’s elder sister. According to ThankGod, it was a routine for the girl to go to the church to relax if her mother went to the farm, returning home in…

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Visually Impaired Man Remanded for Allegedly Defiling 13-Year-Old Girl in Lagos

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A visually impaired man identified as Francis Ugachukwu has been remanded in the Kirikiri Correctional Centre by the Ikeja Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Court in Lagos State. Ugachukwu is accused of defiling a 13-year-old girl. During the court proceedings, Justice Abiola Soladoye ordered the remand of Ugachukwu pending the hearing and filing of his bail application. The defendant was arraigned on a single count charge of defilement. The state prosecution counsel, Abimbola Abolade, informed the court that the offence was committed in November 2022 at No. 16 Kareem Giwa…

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Police officer fired for allegedly killing generator repairer in Lagos

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In Lagos, a police officer named Kabiru Odeyemi has been dismissed by the Lagos State Police Command for his involvement in the shooting of a 24-year-old generator repairer, Idris Bakare. The dismissal was confirmed by the state Police Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, via a Twitter post. Odeyemi’s arraignment is scheduled to take place on Friday, July 7, 2023. The Commissioner of Police, Idowu Owohunwa, has assured the people of Lagos of his commitment to uphold the rule of law, civility, and respect for human life. The incident occurred…

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