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Turn yourself in, Tonto Dikeh tells Naira Marley Actress-turned- politician Tonto Dikeh has rubbished the denial of Naira Marley in the death of singer MohBad.   Naira Marley on Tuesday claimed innocence in a statement on Instagram.  Tonto Dikeh reacted: “Naira, turn yourself in and explain later. “NARIA, turn yourself in first and explain later. “You and sam Larry can’t get away with this, this is not a movie where you blow powder and automatically we forget ALL THE PAIN, BE@TINGS, ASS@ULTS, M (g) BBING, INJURIE@, HUMILIATION, BULL$ING, OPPR@SSION, INTIMID@TION, PHYSICAL AND MENTAL TRAUMA. You, sam Larry and co brought upon #GENERALMOHBAD? “The Law will take it course, you can’t and wouldn’t go free. “You can lie all you want, the world now is aware of who you and your People are.. “We would not rest until you are apprehended and persecuted for all the atrocities you committed against your fellow human #Generalmohbad. “YOU ARE A VERY BAD BOY AND YOU NEED TO BE STOPPED.”...

Police arrest man for snatching woman’s phone in Jigawa A 30-year-old housewife Halima Ya’u narrowly escaped death after a phone snatcher attacked her in Kadoma village, Jahun Local Government Area of Jigawa State. A resident told DAILY POST that the phone snatcher took advantage of her husband’s absence and sneaked into the house. He said the attacker asked the woman to hand over her phone which she refused. He attacked her with a knife, inflicting cuts on her body and made away with the phone. Police spokesman, DSP Lawan Shiisu Adam confirmed the incident. According to him, “on 22/09/2023 at about 0400hrs, a distress call was received from Kadoma village Jahun LGA that an unknown person trespassed into the house of one Halima Yau attacked her with a knife which as a result she sustained injuries on her face and back and took away with her phone.” He said on receiving the report, a team of policemen was mobilized to the scene where the suspect was arrested and the exhibit was recovere...

Obaseki asks deputy to drop governorship ambition Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki has agreed to reconcile with his deputy Philip Shaibu, but on the condition that Shaibu drops his ambition to run for the September 2024 state governorship poll. The Nation gathered that Obaseki wants Shaibu to do so publicly or be excluded from all government activities, including the state Executive Council meetings if he failed to do so.   Shaibu’s ambition is at the centre of the feud between them. The governor is from Edo South Senatorial district and Shaibu is from Edo North.   Obaseki is supporting Asue Ighodalo., a lawyer from Edo Central to ensure fairness, justice and equity. Ighodalo is the chairman of the Board of Trustees of Alaghodaro, an annual investment drive by the state government. Shaibu has, however, insisted that he would partake in the governorship election. Mid–September, the state government moved Shaibu’s office to the Government Reservation Area(GRA) in ...

Nigeria full of rape apologists, says comedienne Princess Popular comedienne, Damilola Adekoya aka Princess has argued that Nigeria is full of rape apologists and abusers. She asserted this in an interview with popular media personality, Chude Jideonwo stating many rape victims are at risk of becoming abusers themselves, noting that the discussion isn’t something people aren’t ready to admit. She said: “A lot of Nigerians are actually rapists and rape apologists. Let me tell you, out of every 10 children who are abused, 5 of them would probably become abusers if they were not adequately rehabilitated. Are we ready for that talk? Already people are defiling 3 months old, 9 months old.” The comic personality expressed disappointment in people taking advantage of children and even the elderly, noting that things are going from bad to worse. She charged Nigerians to observe developed countries and take note of how much they protect their children as well as their elderly. Expressing rage, ...

Tribunal sacks Ondo lawmaker The election of Hon Nelson Akinsuroju, representing Ileoluji/Okeigbo constituency in the Ondo House of Assembly has been nullified.  Hon Akinsuroju was elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress(APC).  He was declared winner after polling 10,207 votes against 9287 votes polled by the PDP candidate.  His election was nullified after the tribunal declared the March 18th, 2023 election in Ile-Oluji/Okeigbo Constituency was inconclusive.  The tribunal, in the judgment in the petition filed by candidate of the People’s Democratic Party, Babatunde Fadare, ordered re-run election in six out of 27 polling units.  Fadare challenged election in 27 polling units out of 191 polling units in the constituency.  Chairman of the three-man panel Justice Rose Soji, ordered a rerun in six affected polling units. Counsel to Akinsuroju, Remi Olatubora, said the judgement was based on morality of the case and not competence of the resul...

Gas flaring sacks over 100 villagers in Imo Residents of the communities in Oguta local government area of Imo state said gas flaring has sacked over hundred households in the Oguta council area of the state. The residents spoke in Owerri, on Wednesday while pleading for government interventions to end the dangers facing them as regards gas flaring in their communities. They alleged that gas flaring started over four decades ago and that it has caused them severe health problems. Some of them said it breeds mosquitoes that inflict illnesses on their children and that the situation usually worsens anytime there is flood. Others complained that because of the gas flaring activities that they usually experience hot weather even when it was supposed to be a cold weather. Some of the affected communities mentioned were but not limited to Umundanike, Umunkwu, Umuosuma , Umunaraukwu, Umunkwocha, Ngegwu, Umutogwuma among others. Speaking first, the President General Oguta Community Development...

‘2Baba’ Okpolowu has 40 guns, used spiritual powers to kill Rivers DPO — Accomplice Gift David Okpala Okpolowu, popularly called ‘2Baba’, who masterminded the killing and decapitation of Superintendent Bako Angbashim, Ahoada Divisional Police Officer, DPO, Rivers State, has over 40 guns in his hands. ‘2Baba’ also contacted a native doctor from the Ogoni area of the state to help him kill DPO Angbashim spiritually, which was why they were able to defeat the officer physically. These revelations were made by a member of Okpolowu’s gang, who was involved in the killing. The suspect, whose name was not given, was arrested by youths and about to be lynched. But policemen took him away. The Public Relations Officer of the Rivers Command, Grace Iringe-Koko, confirmed the arrest of the suspect involved in killing of the DPO. The suspect said his boss had contacted a native doctor from the Ogoni area of the state, who helped them kill DPO Angbashim spiritually before they attacked him physicall...

NUEE Gives Minister, Adelabu Adebayo, 2 Weeks To Issue Prepaid Meters The electricity workers under the aegis of the National Electricity Employees (NUEE) has issued two weeks ultimatum to the Minister of Power, Mr. Adelabu Adebayo, over the refusal to issue prepaid meters to Nigerians who were being compelled to pay what they termed as crazy bills imposed on them by the electricity distribution companies, while having less than 4,500mw output of electricity. The threat was contained in a statement signed by the acting NUEE’s General Secretary, Dominic Igwebike. Part of the unresolved issues also include refusal of most Generation Companies (GenCos), led by Egbin Power Plc, which allegedly had disobeyed all extant Labour laws since taking over in November 2013, and non-payment of 16 months arrears arising from severance, among others. The statement from NUEE read in part: “In order to achieve impeccable improvements and rejuvenate the power sector, it is expedient that the federal gove...

Former VP Osinbajo Appointed Chairman CAP-A Board Of Directors The Climate Action Platform for Africa (CAP-A) has appointed former vice president Professor Yemi Osinbajo as its Chair of the Board of Directors. This appointment follows the inaugural Africa Climate Summit in Kenya on September 6, which underscored the urgency of accelerated climate action. CAP–A Founder James Mwangi, in a message, said Prof. Osinbajo’s expertise would advance CAP-A’s objectives. Prof. Osinbajo, commenting on his new role, stated, “I have witnessed CAP-A’s efforts in reshaping Africa’s narrative from a climate crisis victim to a catalyst for global climate action. I am honoured to serve as Chair of the Board to support CAP-A’s teams and initiatives across the continent, promoting Africa’s sustainable economic development through climate-positive growth.” Prof. Osinbajo served two terms as Vice President of Nigeria and previously held the positions of Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice in Lagos ...

Speaker Declares 2 Seats Vacant Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas has declared the seats of lawmakers appointed as ministers by President Bola Tinubu vacant. During plenary on Tuesday, the Speaker read the resignation letters of Tunji Olubunmi-Ojo and Tanko Sununu as members of the House of Representatives. Olubunmi-Ojo had been representing Akoko North-East/Akoko North-West in Ondo State, while Sununu was the representative for Yauri/Shanga/Ngaski Federal Constituency in Katsina State. President Tinubu appointed Olubunmi-Ojo as the Minister of Interior and Tanko Sununu as the Minister of State for Education.  

Sanwo-Olu Gives Traders Two Days Ultimatum To Evacuate Railway Tracks  The Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has warned traders along railway tracks to evacuate their goods within two days. During a visit to the Agege station of the Red Line Rail Project on Wednesday, the governor addressed some traders, saying that the rail way was not a market place and he did not want any loss of lives. He said, "This is not a market. It is government road for transportation. I'm giving you two days to leave this place because we're coming to clear everything next week. "You can't trade here at all. That is why I came to tell you myself. I want all of you out of here. "We have spent a lot on this place for transportation. Trains will be passing here almost every ten minutes and I don't want lives to be wasted."  

He Coordinated Attacks On Me — MohBad's Old Tweets Resurface After Naira Marley Claimed To Have Never Assaulted Late Singer  Old tweets by the late singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, aka MohBad, recounting an attack launched by some people in the Marlian Music squad, have surfaced hours after former label boss Afeez Fashola, aka Naira Marley, released a statement saying he had never assaulted nor instructed anyone to attack MohBad.  "I would like to clearly state that I have never fought or attacked MohBad. For the avoidance of doubt, I have never instructed anyone friends, known associates or fans to attack, bully or harass MohBad," Naira Marley's statement, released Tuesday evening, read in part.  Some Nigerians have since dug up old tweets by the deceased,  dated October 6, 2022, to counter Naira Marley's claims.  MohBad in the tweets shared details of an alleged attack on him by some people affiliated with Marlian Music, an attack he also claimed Naira Marley witnesse...

American Man Found Innocent After Spending 28 Years In Prison For Rape A 46-year-old American, Gerardo Cabanillas, who spent nearly 30 years in prison for kidnap, robbery and rape since 1995, has been declared innocent and freed, prosecutors have announced.  He was convicted in 1996 and spent 28 years in prison after he confessed to being one of two armed men who approached a couple, forced the man out, and drove the woman to an abandoned house where both raped her. Newsmen gathered that his case was reexamined by the Conviction Integrity Unit of the District Attorney's office, after which a judge reversed his conviction, found him factually innocent and ordered his permanent release. DNA testing on the rape kit, which the Innocence Project asked to be tested in 2019, showed that two other people committed the assault. Also, victims of the attacks, who identified Cabanillas from photo lineups, later expressed doubts in court and said they were pressured into identifying him. ...

 Why I adopted my mom’s name as stage name – Asake Nigerian singer Ahmed Ololade, popularly known as Asake, has explained the inspiration behind adopting his mother’s name as his stage name. Recall that netizens have questioned the stage name as it’s often associated with a feminine name. The YBNL signee stated in a recent interview that his friends were the reason he adopted his mother’s name. His words: “My friends started using it to play with me, and they said, ‘omo Asake, omo Asake, Asake came yesterday’ and you know students can be funny, so at the end of the day they removed the ‘omo’ and started calling me Asake. “So it’s so easy for me [to adopt the name] because when I’m introduced on stage, people expect a beautiful lady or a nice girl. I just like the feeling and the shock on their faces. Also, I love my mother and the fact that people call her my mother’s name through me.” He also stated that his music is tied to his upbringing. He said, “I fell in love with theatre as...

BOAT MISHAP CLAIMS 12 LIVES IN NIGER Boat mishap from two seperate accidents in two Local Government Areas of Niger state has claimed twelve lives. Acting Director General Niger State Emergency Management Agency NSEMA Alhaji Salihu Garba announced this in an interview with Newsmen in Minna the state capital. Alh Salihu Garba explained that the incident which occured recently in two Local Government Areas of Borgu and Shiroro also left some other people injured. Accoding to him ten people have died from the two incidences of boat mishap at Wulakani community in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger state while another two lost their lives from the boat mishap at Gusoro, Shiroro Local Government Area. He attributed causes of the accidents to strong wind, under water storm, overloading and lack of adherence to safety rules as well as non application of life jackets by some drivers. Alh Salihu Garba further explained that the Niger State Emergency Management Agency NSEMA is not resting on i...

Nigeria Loses AFCON 2027 Hosting Right Bid Nigeria on Wednesday lost out in the bid to co-host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The Governing body of African football, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) took the decision to deprive Nigeria and Benin Republic from hosting the AFCON tournament in Cairo, Egypt. The hosting right was given to East African countries of Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. With the decision of CAF’s Executive Council members awarding the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) hosting right to Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania, East Africa would be hosting the Mondial for the first time in the history of the competition. CAF also announced that Morocco would be the host of the 2025 AFCON edition. Nigeria hosted the rest of Africa in in 1980 and then co-hosted the 2000 edition alongside Ghana. Earlier on Wednesday, the CAF also announced Morocco as host of the 2025 AFCON edition.

17,000 Civil Servants Allegedly Delisted From IPPIS Association of Senior Civil Servants of Nigeria (ASCSN) has reassured over 17,000 of its members who were reportedly delisted from the Federal Government’s payroll under the Integrated Payroll and Personnel Information System (IPPIS) to remain calm The association urged affected civil servants that measures were underway to resolve the situation. News of the delisting from the IPPIS portal, stemming from their alleged failure to comply with verification exercises spanning over five years, had caused apprehension. In response to these developments, the National President of ASCSN, Comrade Okon alleged discrepancies in the IPPIS verification process and said that the portal contained names of “personal assistants, special advisers, and, in some cases, ministers who had served in successive governments.” Comrade Okon told newsmen in Abuja on Wednesday that the verification had occurred five years ago and expressed disappointment that so...

 Tribunal affirms Nwifuru as Ebonyi gov The Ebonyi State Election Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal sitting in Abuja, on Wednesday, affirmed the election of Francis Nwifuru of the All Progressives Congress as the Governor of the state. The tribunal also dismissed the petition of the Peoples Democratic Party and its governorship candidate, Ifeanyi Odii. The Independent National Electoral Commission had declared Nwifuru the winner of the March 18 poll with 199,131 votes while Odii came second with 80,191 votes. But Odii and his party, the PDP rejected the outcome and vowed to challenge it. Consequently, they approached the tribunal seeking the nullification of Nwifuru’s election on the grounds of non-compliance with the Electoral Act 2022 and alleged failure to score the majority of lawful votes cast at the guber poll. Odii and the PDP legal team argued that the governor was at the time of the election, not qualified to contest the election on the platform of the APC because h...

p Mum killed dad in his sleep with pestle — Son narrates A 12-year-old boy, Ibukun Solomon, has narrated how his mother, Tayelolu, killed his father, Felix, with a pestle while he ewas sleeping, after a minor argument in Ondo town, Ondo State. Newsmen gathered that the mother of three, reportedly killed her 65-year-old husband, a farmer, by hitting him thrice with a pestle while sleeping in their house, located at the Government Reservation Area, GRA, in Ondo town. Reports had it that the couple, in recent times, have been having a crisis and the wife always threatens to kill the husband and elope. It was gathered that after another argument last weekend, the deceased went to sleep on the chair and the wife reportedly hit him several times with a pestle. Narrating how his father was killed, lbukun, told newsmen that “my mother killed my father with a pestle in my presence and took to her heels. She used the pestle to hit his head when he was asleep. “Earlier on the fateful day, a minor...

NGE Mourns Slain Journalist In Zamfara The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) says it is concerned over the rising lawlessness and insecurity plaguing Nigeria. Their alarm followed the killing of Hamisu Danjibga, a journalist with Voice of Nigeria (VON), in Zamfara State. The Guild called for improved security measures to protect all Nigerians, especially journalists who carry out their legitimate duties. Danjibga was recognised as one of the dedicated journalists who reported on the activities of dangerous terrorists and criminals in the state before his tragic death. In a statement on Wednesday, following a Standing Committee meeting held in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, the professional body of editors in Nigeria also conveyed their apprehension about the prevailing state of insecurity, particularly in the South-East region, but applauded governors of the region for their efforts to address these challenges collectively. President of the NGE, Eze Anaba and General Secretary, Dr Iyobosa Uwugi...

Three Suspects Arrested During Raid The Lagos Environmental Sanitation Corps (LAGESC) has enforced the closure of the Agbado Oke-Odo market due to identified environmental infractions like street trading, hawking, indiscriminate dumping of refuse and lack of general hygiene. Speaking on the closure today at the Command Headquarters, Bolade-Oshodi. Corps Marshal of the Agency, CP Gbemisola Akinpelu (retd) said the operation was based on the numerous petitions and complaints from Lagos residents about the deplorable level of filth, environmental degradation at the Agbado Oke-Odo market area and our intelligence team investigated these claims which turned out to be true, resulting in the closure of the market till further notice and arrests of suspects for obstruction. Akinpelu revealed that three suspects, namely Taiwo Abeeb, M, 53; Ismaila Adeniji, M, 35 and Akeem Kelani, M, 40, were arrested for obstructing and attacking operatives on lawful duty with dangerous weapons and ammunition w...

𝗛𝗼𝗼𝗱𝗹𝘂𝗺𝘀 𝗔𝗯𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁 𝗔𝗻𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗿𝗮 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗶𝘁-𝗔𝘁-𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲 Some yet-to-be-identified assailants have allegedly abducted the Chairman of Mgbuka Amazu Market, Onitsha, Anambra State, Chief Enibe Francis, over circumstances said to be related to Monday sit-at-home in the area. Sources in the market on Tuesday confirmed to our correspondent that the incident happened on Monday shortly after the chairman had opened the market as directed by the market associations in the state. It was gathered that the armed hoodlums beat him to a stupor after which they bundled him into a waiting vehicle and drove to an unknown destination. The state Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, had directed market leaders in the state to open their markets on Mondays by observing prayer sessions and cleaning of the markets and drainages. And in the past few weeks, market executives in the state, led by the President of Anambra State Markets Amalgamated Traders Association, Chi...

 Anambra Governor's Wife, WHO To Provide Free Cervical Cancer Screening For Female Civil Servants, Wives Of Public Servants, Others Anambra Governor's wife, Mrs Nonye Soludo will  be providing free cervical cancer screening for female civil servants and public servants and wives of male civil servants and public servants in the state. The free cervical cancer screening to be carried out in collaboration with the World Health Organization, WHO office in Anambra State, will be held in the Head of Service Conference Room, Jerome Udoji Secretariat Complex, Awka on Friday, September 29, 2023. The Anambra State Head of Service, Barrister Theodora Igwebe who made the announcement in Awka, stated that the initiative is aimed at promoting women's health and raising awareness about the importance of cervical cancer screening.  She explained that with cervical cancer being a significant public health concern, early detection through screenings can make a profound difference in savin...

 *IGP Felicitates with Muslim faithful on Eid Maulud* *... charges them to preach peace, unity in Nigeria* The Inspector-General of Police, Ag. IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun NPM, Ph.D, extends warm greetings and felicitations to the Muslim community in Nigeria, as Muslims around the world celebrate Eid Maulud. This auspicious occasion reminds us of the virtues of love, compassion, and unity that the Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) exemplified throughout his life. It is a time for reflection, gratitude, and rededication to the principles of peace and harmony. The IGP charges all Muslim faithfuls to use this moment to preach and promote peace, unity, and tolerance within our diverse society, and as well, be beacons of hope and understanding, fostering goodwill among all Nigerians. May this Eid bring blessings, joy, and prosperity to our homes, and may our nation continue to thrive in peace and unity. Eid Mubarak! ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, mnipr, mipra,  Force Public Relatio...

How Emefiele attempted to sabotage 2023 polls, by Akpabio Senate President Godswill Akpabio says the redesigned Naira notes introduced by former Central Bank of Nigeria governor, Godwin Emefiele, shortly before the 2023 general elections, was aimed at disrupting the conduct of the polls. Emefiele had in October 2022 announced the re-design of N200, N500 and N1,000 naira notes, declaring that the old naira notes would remain legal tender until January 31, 2023. This required the swapping of the old naira notes with the re-designed currencies before the expiration of the deadline. Emefile had claimed that the policy was meant to, among others, migrate the country from a cash-based to cashless economy. The former CBN governor revealed that as at September 2022, N2.73 trillion naira of the N3.23 trillion naira in circulation was outside of the banking system. But the currency redesign policy ended in unintended consequences and hardship for citizens. Akpabio, who was speaking on the floor ...