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Dorit Kemsley, a star of the Bravo reality television show “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills,” was robbed of about $1 million in valuables during a home invasion on Wednesday evening, multiple law enforcement sources familiar with the investigation said.   On Wednesday, at about 10:50 p.m. local time, officers responded to a report of a home invasion on the 17000 block of Adlon Road in Encino, the law enforcement sources told NBC News. The victim told the responding officers that “two or three men” had broken into the house by smashing a rear window and proceeded to go upstairs where they confronted the victim in bed. The victim told authorities the men claimed to be armed, ordered her out of bed and demanded her to lead them to jewelry and other valuables around the house, the sources said. At least one of the intruders threatened to kill her. The victim complied, and at some point, the men left the property with belongings worth about $1 million, according to the sources...

 *Snippets from the Creative Industry Group (CIG) and Folio Media Group's (FMG) Press Conference held at LandMark Towers* To augment the group's effort in promoting youth development and creative excellence in Nigeria, The Creative Industry Group (CIG) has signed a five-year partnership agreement with Folio Media Group (FMG), Parent Company of the Creative Africa Xchange (CAX), in partnership with Landmark Africa. Folio Media Group is CNN’s representatives in Africa and the parent company of Folio Communications, a digital pop & culture, innovation, content creation and distribution company, owners of Daily Time and Miss Nigeria beauty pageant and has substantial multimedia and technological assets with touch points globally.  In the press conference recently held to announce the marriage of the two organizations, Amb. Felix Duke indicated that one of the catch points that made effortless the partnership is CIG’s solid National structure and the fact that all the sectors w...

 Five Jailed For Impersonation in Ibadan  Justice Uche Agomoh of the Federal High Court sitting in Ibadan, Oyo State, on Thursday, October 28, 2021 convicted five internet fraudsters for criminal impersonation. The convicts, Ogunbayo Peter Oluwatobiloba (aka Racheal Brinkley), Charles Jude Albert, Kolawole Bankole Opeyemi, Bello Tobiloba Abdullahi and Obitokun olugbade Solomon were found guilty of  impersonation, an offence which contravenes section 22(2)(b)(1) of the Cybercrime (Prohibition, Prevention, Etc) Act 2015 and punishable under section 22(2)(b) of the same Act.  Bello and kolawole were convicted and sentenced to ten months imprisonment each; Ogunbayo, nine months; Obitokun, eight months, while Albert was sentenced to five months in prison.

 Report of Attack on Mrs Obiano's Convoy is False and Malicious.  Our attention has been drawn to a malicious and false report alleging that there was an attack on the convoy of the wife of the governor of Anambra State, Dr Mrs. Ebelechukwu Obiano (Osodieme). The story is false and is obviously fabricated.  Reacting to the report, Deputy Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr. Emeka Ozumba said that the report is false and meant to mislead the public and to advance the concocted narrative that Anambra is unsafe. This appears to be a new past time. A week ago the fabrication was against the Governor, today it is against the wife. Ozumba advised  ndị Anambra and the public to disregard the false and misleading  "It is the handwork of those who seek to taint the image of Anambra State and create an atmosphere of insecurity for selfish  political gains. No self respecting journalist who knows his onions would be this reckless with information. The allegation...

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, says it will not deploy personnel and materials to eighty six polling units, representing one point five percent of polling units out of the five thousand, seven hundred and twenty polling units in the State as they have no voters.  The Chairman,  INEC,  Professor Mahmood Yakubu,  who stated this at a special consultative meeting with political parties,  noted that election will however, be held in eight hundred and ninety four, that is fifteen point six percent of the polling units which have between one and four voters.  He reassured ndi Anambra that the Commission is prepared for the Governorship election next weekend as they have transferred all non-sensitive materials for the election to the twenty one Local Government  Areas of the State.  The INEC boss revealed that the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, is handling the delivery of sensitive materials to the State on schedule while the Commiss...

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated the Oba of Lagos, His Royal Majesty (HRM) Oba Rilwan Akiolu, on his 78th year birthday. He said Oba Akiolu, a retired Assistant Inspector-General of Police, who clocks 78 on Thursday, October 29, has brought quality leadership to his subjects since his ascension to the throne of his forefathers in 2003. Governor Sanwo-Olu in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Gboyega Akosile on Thursday, described Oba Akiolu popularly referred to as 'Olowo Eko', as a traditional ruler, who has used his wealth of experience and knowledge to contribute to the progress and development of Lagos State. “On behalf of my family and the good people of Lagos State, I heartily congratulate the Olowo Eko, Oba Rilwan Akiolu, on the occasion of his 78 years birthday. “Oba Akiolu is an epitome of dedication and selflessness in public and community service. He used his elevated positions in the Police to uplift the standards of ...

 TROOPS NEUTRALISE BNG GUNMAN  ...Recover Arm, Vehicles Troops conducting Exercise GOLDEN DAWN have neutralised one of the Biafran National Guard gunmen who attacked troops' location at Amaekpu, Ohafia Local Government Area of Abia State on Thursday 28 October 2021. The assailants, who were heavily armed and conveyed in several vehicles opened fire on the troops' location, but were met with stiff resistance by the troops. In the encounter, the troops neutralized one gunman, while others abandoned their vehicles and retreated in disarray with gunshot wounds. The troops also recovered   a pump action gun, among others. While the criminals  withdrew, having been overwhelmed, they were promptly intercepted at Eda by troops of Forward Operating Base Ohaozara in Ebonyi State. The troops recovered additional three vehicles and apprehended one of the gunmen. ONYEMA NWACHUKWU Brigadier General Director Army Public Relations 28 October 2021. More photos below.

“I swore by the Holy Qur’an that I will serve in accordance with the constitution and leave when my time is up. No “Tazarce’’ (tenure extension). I don’t want anybody to start talking about and campaigning for unconstitutional extension. I will not accept that.” So declared President Muhammadu Buhari at a meeting in Makkah with a select group of Nigerians resident in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia where he just ended a visit. President Buhari also tacitly expressed support to efforts to increase the role of technology in the nation’s elections, arguing that the introduction of the card reader and electronic register was God’s answer to his prayers, having been cheated of his victory in three previous elections. “After the third so-called defeat, I said, ‘God Dey’. My opponents laughed at me but God answered my prayers by bringing in technology. At that point, nobody can steal their votes or buy them,” the President added. President Buhari, who ended his visit to the Kingdom with the Frida...

Gbajabiamila salutes Oba of Lagos Rilwanu Akiolu at 78 The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila, has congratulated the Oba of Lagos, Oba Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu on his 78th birthday. Gbajabiamila said Oba Rilwan has been a great inspiration to leaders across the country, noting that his leadership qualities are unique. The Speaker said at 78, Oba Rilwan Akiolu has demonstrated uncommon commitment and dedication to the growth and development of his people and Nigerians as a whole. He said he was personally proud of the Oba of Lagos, whom he described as a pillar of hope and unity. Speaker Gbajabiamila noted with delight the selfless service of the Oba of Lagos since his ascension to the throne in 2003, saying Oba Rilwan Akiolu has been a father to all. Gbajabiamila prayed for more fruitful years in good health and increased wisdom for the Oba of Lagos. Signed: Lanre Lasisi, Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the Speaker, House of Represen...

Nemesis has reportedly caught up with a woman and her daughter who tried to outsmart each other in their illicit relationship with the same man as they went into fisticuffs on Wednesday in the lover-boy’s apartment at Nkutaku Layout in Okpoko, a suburb of Ogbaru Local Government Area of Anambra State. Information has it that the man, who is in his early 30s, is a boyfriend to the woman and usually patronises her restaurant at Ochanja market, near Onitsha, where her daughter also assists her mother to sell. According to a neighbour who had been following the dramatic battle for the lover boy, trouble started when the young lady in her early twenties began to succumb to love advances from the friendly customer simply identified as Oga Dubai. “She did not know that her mother and Oga Dubai were already dating secretly before he decided to switch to her,” the source who did not want his name mentioned in the print said. He continued: “The mother kept her calm initially thinking that it was...

 KDSG Security Update: Friday 29th October 2021 Several bandits eliminated in Chikun, Igabi LGAs - Bandit's spouse, marabout, suspected collaborators arrested Security forces have reported that several bandits were eliminated, and camps destroyed, during clearance operations in Igabi and Chikun local government areas.  According to the reports, clearance operations were conducted in Faka, Katuka, Barebari and Maguzawa general areas, spanning Chikun and Igabi LGAs. An unconfirmed number of bandits were sighted on the high ground across the Maguzawa river; they were engaged by a NAF attack helicopter, and neutralized.  Furthermore, the security forces conducted clearance patrols to Katuka, about 9km from Kangon Kadi in Chikun LGA. During the destruction of camps, one fleeing bandit was apprehended, with the following items recovered:  - One Motorcycle - One AK-47 rifle - 30 rounds of ammunition During a subsequent clearance operation to Kangon Kadi and Barebari areas, ...

Two operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) were killed on Friday in Anambra. The officers were attacked as gunmen ambushed their convoy while on election campaign duty in Ekwulobia. Videos showing the aftermath of the attack are circulating on social media. The footages and photos show the extent of firepower against the security agents as bullets riddled windshields of vehicles. Joint forces comprising the police and the military have taken over the area. The bodies of the deceased were hurriedly taken away from the scene as several residents converged. Attacks in Anambra are on the rise ahead of the November 6 governorship election.

  Bandits Pose With Kidnapped Prospective Corps Members, Forced Them To Smile After Receiving Ransom. Nawahoo.One more photo below.

Kim Kardashian West is rocking different shades of pink Balenciaga outfit and she shared it on social media with the caption "💞 Pinkalicious Balenciaga 💞". The photos with her friends she captioned it '' That’s what friends are for!!!! ''More photos below.

Barely two years in office, His Excellency, Distinguished Senator Hope Uzodimma has shown commitment at ensuring that the Health sector of Imo State for which he met in comatose receives urgent attention. Apart from fighting headlong the dreaded Covid19 Pandemic with the provision of Isolation Centers with state-of-the-art medical facilities and equipment & Mobile Clinic was also made available by the Shared Prosperity to ensure that Imolites get quality health care services effortlessly. Consequently, the Health sector of Imo State has greatly improved under Gov. Hope Uzodimma, if not for anything, the Covid19 Pandemic exposed how prepared the health sector under Gov. Hope Uzodimma is. In the last one year, Imo however has recorded breakthroughs in Eradication of Polio, measles and other infectious diseases. The progress of Imo State health sector is significant despite the economic challenges occasioned by the dreaded Covid-19 Pandemic, there is now a boost in the health sector a...

The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Oladayo Amao has pledged the support of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) to the Ministry of Defence Implementation and Advisory Committee as it executes the recommendations of the Committee earlier set up to reform the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) for effective and efficient service delivery. Air Marshal Amao stated this while hosting members of the Committee led by the Vice Chairman, Lieutenant General Abel Akale (Rtd) at NAF Headquarters, Abuja. While noting that in the past, there have been several reform recommendations that never saw the light of day, the CAS expressed optimism that with the rich pedigree of the Implementation Committee members, there was no doubt that the recommendations, when implemented, will return the AFN to its rightful place of global reckoning. The CAS also commended the Honourable Minister of Defence, Maj Gen Bashir Magashi (Rtd) for seeing the need to reform the entire military noting that the timing for such re...