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39-year-old man remanded for alleged sexual assault of 15-year-old girl at gunpoint

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A Makurdi Upper Area Court in Benue State, Nigeria, has ordered the remand of a 39-year-old man named Idris Abdullahi, who is accused of sexually assaulting a 15-year-old girl at gunpoint. The court, presided over by Magistrate Mrs. Dooshima Ikpambese, ruled that Abdullahi, a resident of 39, Eri St., North Bank, be held at the Maximum Correctional Centre in Makurdi until the state director of public prosecutions provides further guidance on the case. During the court proceedings, the magistrate declined the defendant’s plea on the grounds of jurisdiction. The case…

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FIRSTBANK INTRODUCES THE FIRST HUMANOID ROBOT, REINFORCES ITS COMMITMENT TO PROVIDING INNOVATIVE FINANCIAL SOLUTIONS FOR CUSTOMERS

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FirstBank has launched an industry first Humanoid Robot at its Adetokunbo Ademola VI, Lagos Digital Experience Centre (DXC) Branch The robot is among the phased configuration of the bank’s state-of-the-art digitally led self-service branch The Humanoid Robot is equipped with Video Banking and Artificial Intelligence (AI), taking on the role of a friendly branch staff. In furtherance to its leading role in providing innovative financial solutions in Nigeria, First Bank of Nigeria Limited, Nigeria’s premier financial institution and leading financial inclusion services provider, has announced the launch of a Humanoid…

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Former Nigerian Boxer Jeremiah Okorodudu dies, hospital seizes corpse over unpaid debt

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Former Nigerian boxer, Jeremiah ‘Jerry’ Okorodudu, passed away at a private hospital in Lawandon, Lagos on Wednesday night. He had been bedridden for weeks due to a foot ulcer. Okorodudu’s wife, Adenike, confirmed his death, but she mentioned that the hospital was refusing to release his body until the outstanding medical bill of N600,000 was settled. Okorodudu was 64 years old. Remi Aboderin, the Secretary-General of the Nigeria Boxing Board of Control and the President of the West Africa Boxing Union, also confirmed the Olympian’s passing. Okorodudu represented Nigeria in…

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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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