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Popularly known as Blessing CEO, self-proclaimed relationship expert Blessing Okoro has issued a stern warning to Martin Otse, also known as Verydarkman, threatening physical confrontation if he provokes her further.The ongoing online dispute between Blessing CEO and Verydarkman has attracted significant attention. In an interview with *The Punch*"It Is Not By Being Muscular"- Blessing Okoro Threatens To Beat Up Verydarkman Amid Ongoing Feud
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In a tragic incident, two women lost their lives after being struck by lightning during a rainstorm in the FESTAC area of Lagos State. The news was confirmed by Lagos State Police spokesman, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, in a post on his X handle (@benHundeyin) on Saturday. According to Hundeyin, the lightning strike occurred on Friday during heavy rain.Two Women Killed By Lightning Strike In FESTAC, Lagos
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The Jigawa State Police Command has arrested a 25-year-old man, Abubakar Ibrahim, for defrauding his friend of N1,942,000 under the pretense of exchanging the amount for United States Dollars (USD).Police spokesperson DSP Lawan Shiisu Adam confirmed the arrest in a statement issued to DAILY POST. According to the statement, Ibrahim Musa, a 20-yearJigawa Police Arrest Man For Defrauding Friend Of N1.94 Million in Fake Dollar Exchange
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The Sokoto State Police Command has confirmed the gruesome murder of a middle-aged woman in a hotel within the Sokoto metropolis. The incident, which has sent shockwaves through the community, involved the woman being killed in a hotel room where she allegedly accompanied her killer.In a telephone interview, the state Police Public Relations OfficMother Of Four Gets Murdered Inside A Hotel In Sokoto
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Akponye Alphonsus, a recent kidnapping victim, has filed a lawsuit against a private bus company, alleging negligence that led to his abduction. Alphonsus claims that on March 31, 2024, he purchased a ticket at the bus company’s Abuja park for an 8 am departure, with an expected arrival time of 5 pm the same day. However, the bus did not departKidnapping Victim, Akponye Alphonsus Sues Private Bus Company For Negligence Leading To Abduction
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A fuel tanker explosion occurred on Saturday along the Ibafo axis of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, leading to a significant traffic gridlock.The explosion reportedly happened after the tanker fell on the highway, causing panic and severe disruptions in traffic flow. Eyewitnesses described the scene as chaotic, with thick plumes of smoke billowing fFuel Tanker Explosion Causes Massive Gridlock On Lagos-Ibadan Expressway (Video)
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The Kano State Police Command has announced its commitment to abide by a court order restraining the appointment of Sanusi Lamido Sanusi as the Emir of Kano.In a press briefing held on Saturday, May 25, Commissioner of Police Muhammad Usaini Gumel affirmed that the command is complying with the court's directive to maintain the status quo unt"We Will Respect Court Order Halting The Reinstatement Of Sanusi II As Emir"— Kano Police (Video)
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The Kaduna State Police Command has announced the capture of Muhammad Bello, a notorious bandit known to be an accomplice of the infamous Dogo Haliru. This successful operation followed the rescue of three kidnapped individuals who were abducted along the Kindandan-Dogon Dawa Road in the Birnin Gwari local government area.In a statement issued byKaduna Police Capture Notorious Bandit Accomplice, Muhammad Bello & Rescue Kidnapped Victims
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In a devastating turn of events, the iconic Cartege Cinema, a beloved landmark in Asaba, Delta State, was engulfed in flames yesterday evening, sending shockwaves through the local community and leaving a trail of destruction in its wake.Eyewitnesses reported thick plumes of smoke billowing from the cinema's premises as the inferno raged on,Blaze Engulfs Iconic Cartege Cinema In Asaba, Delta State (Video)
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The collaborative efforts of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) in the Northwest region have yielded significant results with the interception of drugs worth over N24 million at the Kangiwa and Bachaka borders in Kebbi State.According to Comptroller Aminu Abubakar Danmusa, the coordinator of the border patrol unit, the traffickers were apprehendedNigeria Customs Intercepts Drugs Worth N24 Million At Kebbi Borders
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The announcement was made during Tunji-Ojo's inspection of the electronic gates at the new terminal of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja on Friday.Tunji-Ojo highlighted that the passport home delivery service aims to streamline the process for citizens, eliminating the need for physical visits to immigration offices for collec"Nigerians To Enjoy Home Delivery Of Passports Starting June" - Minister Of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo
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Following Victor Osimhen's historic win at the 2023 African Player of the Year awards, ending Nigeria’s 24-year drought, the exceptional performances of Nigerian players in the 2023/24 season suggest that the nation could secure the prestigious title once again in 2024.Two Nigerian footballers have particularly stood out this season: AdemolNigerian Football Stars Shine Bright: Lookman & Boniface Eye CAF Player Of the Year
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On Friday, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) intensified its crackdown on illegal drug activities by sealing three shops in the Kpaduma Community 2, Asokoro District, and Nyanya Motor Park within the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).This enforcement action follows Thursday's raids on drug hawkers at theNAFDAC Cracks Down On Drug Hawkers In FCT, Seals Three Shops
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The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has successfully intercepted a 40-foot container loaded with illicit wildlife products destined for Vietnam. This significant seizure, carried out by the NCS's Special Wildlife Office, led to the arrest of three suspects connected to the crime, barely six weeks after Vietnamese authorities made a similar bustNigeria Customs Service Intercepts Illicit Wildlife Shipment To Vietnam
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In a candid interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, Nollywood actor Zack Orji recounted his experiences and challenges in the film industry. The interview, shared on Instagram on Thursday, delved into the highs and lows of his career, including the impact of his famous role in the 1996 film *Silent Night*.Orji, renowned for his portrayalI Took Break From Acting Because I Was Perceived As A ‘Bad Guy' - Nollywood Legend, Segun Arinze Opens Up About Career & Personal Struggles
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In a distressing turn of events, Charles Ogbonna, a Senior Non-Commissioned Officer (SNCO) in the Nigerian Army, has been abducted by unknown gunmen near an army barracks in Makurdi, the state capital. The incident was confirmed by military sources to SaharaReporters.Ogbonna's identity card was discovered in his abandoned vehicle, left by theNigerian Army Officer, Charles Ogbonna Kidnapped Near Makurdi Barracks, N5m Ransom Demanded
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In a dramatic turn of events, top security operatives have converged on the Kofar Kudd Palace, where Emir Muhammadu Sanusi is currently residing. This move comes amidst significant political upheaval in the ancient city of Kano.Governor Abba Yusuf has reinstated Emir Sanusi, who returned to the palace in the early hours of the morning. However, thDSS, Security Forces Surround Kano's Kofar Kudd Palace Housing Emir Muhammadu Sanusi
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Vice-President Kashim Shettima revealed on Friday that Nigeria spends approximately $25 billion annually on importing petroleum products. However, Shettima expressed confidence that this heavy reliance on fuel imports will soon be a thing of the past, thanks to the concerted efforts of President Bola Tinubu's administration to improve the quaVice-President Kashim Shettima Highlights $25 Billion Spent Annually On Fuel Imports, Promises End To Dependency
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, in a meeting with Yoruba Leaders of Thought on Friday, pledged his unwavering commitment to meeting the expectations of Nigerians, asserting that the nation's period of "bleeding" has come to an end.Expressing deep concern over the state of local government administration, President Tinubu emphasized theONE YEAR! President Tinubu Pledges Commitment To Nigerians, Declares End To Nation's "Bleeding"
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Nigerian international footballer Kayode Olanrewaju, known for his time as a forward at Manchester City, is facing a devastating personal crisis that could see him lose almost everything he has worked for throughout his career. Shocking revelations have surfaced suggesting that Kayode may not be the biological father of the three children he belieHEARTBREAKING! Footballer, Kayode Olanrewaju's 3 Children Allegedly Belongs To Pastor Adegboyega As DNA Reveals
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Controversial Afrobeat musician, Seun Kuti has claimed that women are more unfaithful in relationships and marriages than men.He said the notion that men cheat more than women was a propaganda.The maverick singer spoke on the ‘Bahd & Boujee’ Podcast co-hosted by reality star Tolanibaj and actress Moet Abebe.“The society made it seem likeWomen Remain More Unfaithful Than Men In Relationship – Singer, Seun Kuti Declares
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The NSCDC Ondo State division has reported the apprehension of a 40-year-old farmer, Abraham Achibong, on charges of incest with his 14-year-old daughter in Akure, the capital city of the state.In a statement by the Public Relations Officer of the corps, Aidamenbor Daniel, he said that “Achibong was arrested for molesting his own daughter who isFather Taken To Custody For Defiling Daughter In Ondo
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Adebayo Adelabu, the Minister of Power, has said that issues surrounding the constant collapse of the National grid are being resolved.The Minister spoke on Friday at the ongoing Ministerial Sectorial Update put together by the Federal Government to offer the Ministers the opportunity to present their scorecards to the Nigerian public after one ofPower Minister, Adelabu Reels Out Why National Grid Hasn’t Collapsed In Last 2 Months
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Tension has gripped Kano State following reports of the alleged forcible return of deposed Emir Aminu Ado Bayero.This is as the Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has ordered his immediate arrest.Daily Post reports that the governor, his Deputy, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam and other top government functionaries have taken over the Emir’sKano Residents Gripped By Tension As Gov Yusuf Orders Arrest Of Deposed Emir, Ado Bayero
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Julius Abure, the National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), has been suspended from the party in Ward 3 in Arue-Uromi, in Esan North-East Local Government Area of Edo State.The party cited alleged high-handedness and anti-party activities.A letter of suspension dated May 14, 2024, and another letter of ratification dated May 15, 2024, both of whJulius Abure Suspended As Labour Party's National Chairman
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The Niger State Police Command has paraded four dismissed soldiers arrested over the killing of an officer of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Kingsley Chimetalo. Spokesperson of the command, SP Wasiu Abiodun, who disclosed this in a statement on Friday, May 24, 2024, said the Nigerian Army court-martialed and dismissed the soNigeria Army Dismisses Four Soldiers Over Killing of NSCDC Officer in Niger State
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Mr. Aloba, the father of the late musician Mohbad, revealed in a recent video that his son leveraged his own success to gain fame in Nigeria prior to his passing.In the video, Mr. Aloba shared that Wunmi’s pastor, Mohbad’s widow, informed the family that the late musician had been utilizing his own glory for his musical endeavors.Despite MohbaMohbad Was Using My Glory to Excel in His Music Career – Mohbad’s Father Claims
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A Nigerian lady has expressed shock after catching a trader allegedly adding a deadly pesticide, Sniper to stockfish. The lady observed the incident while shopping at the market. When she complained and asked him why he was adding the pesticide to food, he retorted by telling her to either leave or buy from the other pile of stockfish because he hShocking Moment a Trader Was Caught Spraying Sniper on The Stockfish in Lagos Market (Video)
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There's quite a political shake-up happening in Abia State. The departure of both the former First Lady, Mrs. Odochi Orji, and her son, Chinedum Orji, from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) could indeed signal a significant shift in the state's political landscape. Their decisions to leave the party may have far-reaching implications, eFormer Abia State First Lady, Odochi Orji Dumps PDP
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A father of one, identified as Onybuchi Anele, has passed away after he was allegedly sh%t with a t£argas canister by a policeman in Abuja.It was gathered that he the tragic incident occurred on Wednesday, May 22, while Anele was returning from work.Narrating what transpired, an eyewitness who spoke with Leadership said: “The deceased, while onMan, Onybuchi Anele Di£s After Police Allegedly Shot Him in The Face With T£argas in Abuja
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