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The Nigeria Bar Association,  Ikeja branch invites you to thr Anniversary of the INTERNATIONAL HUMAN RIGHTS day Celebration set to hold on the 11th of December 2023 by 10am at the NBA Ikeja  Secretariat,  Oba Akinjobi way, GRA ,Ikeja Lagos. Theme: Dignity Freedom and Justice.  See flyer for more details. 

LASG ANNOUNCES TWO-HOUR TRAFFIC DIVERSION AT IYANA ISOLO OVERHEAD BRIDGE The Lagos State Government has announced that traffic will be diverted at the Iyana-Isolo overhead bridge between 7:00 am and 9:00 am on Sunday, 10th December 2023, to enable the Federal Ministry of Works to investigate the level of deterioration of the overhead bridge. Consequently, Motorists are advised to avoid this part of the highway on the stated date by making use of the following alternative routes: 1. Motorists from Mushin en route Isolo through Daleko are to use Ijeshatedo to connect Cele Roundabout, access Cele Bridge to Okota Road, link Mushin Road and continue their journeys. 2. Motorists from Isolo enroute Mushin through Daleko Bridge are to use Mushin Road to access Osolo Way to link Airport Road to connect Oshodi to reach their various destinations. It should be noted that the Oshodi-Apapa Expressway where the bridge is located will be open to Motorists during the Two-hour closure. While soliciting...

 Angel Smith deactivates X app over comparison with James Brown, Hilda Baci Reality star, Angel Smith, has deactivated her X app over the comparison that she looks like a crossbreed of James Brown and Hilda Baci. A troll with the X handle, Pharoah Elroy, kicked Angel off the platform with his comment. Angel took to Twitter to share videos and photos from her most recent hangout with her boyfriend Soma. However, after she shared the videos on her X page, a troll described her as a cross between crossdresser James Brown and Chef Hilda Baci. The troll’s comment appears to have taken its toll on the reality star, as she deactivated her Twitter account. The troll wrote: “You look like a crossbreed of James Brown and Hilda Baci.”

OGUN TRANSPORT MINISTRY ROLLS OUT TRAFFIC ADVISORY ON IYALODE ALABA LAWSON'S BURIAL The Ogun State Ministry of Transportation has notified the general public, particularly the motoring public that Oke-Itoku junction inbound Sapon will not be accessible to traffic on Tuesday, December 5 and Friday, December 8, 2023. A release signed by the Commissioner for Transport, Engr. Gbenga Dairo indicated that the traffic advisory was due to the heavy flow of human and vehicular movement anticipated during the service of songs and other burial activities put in place for the late Iyalode of Egbaland, Chief Mrs Oluwaseun Alaba Lawson, scheduled to hold at the Osile Oke-Ona Egbas’ Palace, Sapon, on the said days. The release further stated that traffic from Ake and its environs to Sapon would be diverted to Ijemo-Agbadu/Ake near Oke-Itoku junction, thereby temporarily converting it to two-way traffic for the duration of the event on each of the two (2) days as stated below: Day 1 (Tuesday, 5th ...

EFCC Arraigns Enugu Couple, One Other for Alleged Land Fraud The Enugu Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC has arraigned a couple, Mr Udeani Simon Sunday and his wife, Udeani Dorcas Amaka before Justice M.G. Umar of the Federal High Court sitting in Enugu. They were arraigned on three-count  charges bordering on obtaining the sum of N2,750,000.00  (Two Million, Seven Hundred and Fifty Thousand Naira) by false pretence in an alleged land fraud One of the charges against the Udeanis read: “That you Udeani Simon Sunday and Udeani Dorcas Amaka, between 10th July 2019 to 19th December 2019 in Enugu, Enugu State, within the jurisdiction of the Federal High Court of Nigeria, with intent to defraud, induced one Onugu Angela Chinyere to deliver to you the sum of Two Million, Seven Hundred and Fifty Thousand, Naira (N2,750,000.00) under the pretence that you would sell to her a plot of land behind Ebenezer Anglican Church, Ala-Uguaji along Enugu/Port Harc...

THE NAF HAS NOT UNDERTAKEN ANY AIR OPERATIONS IN KADUNA STATE IN THE LAST 24 HOURS The news making the rounds alleging that Nigerian Air Force (NAF) aircraft accidentally killed innocent civilians in Kaduna is false. Please be informed that the NAF has not carried out any air operations within Kaduna State and environs in the last 24 hours. Also, note that the NAF is not the only organization operating combat armed drones in the North western region of Nigeria.  It is also important to ensure that due diligence is always exhausted by the media before going to press with unverified and unconfirmed reports. Thank you. Edward Gabkwet Air Commodore  Director of Public Relations and Information  Nigerian Air Force  3 December 2023  

Patrick Doyle shades Israel DMW over public accusation against Sheila Veteran Nollywood actor, Patrick Doyle, has subtly addressed the marital brouhaha of Israel DMW and his estranged wife, Sheila Courage. Doyle condemned Doyle’s public tantrums against his ex-wife, Sheila. Davido’s logistics manager had previously revealed details and levelled serious accusations against his estranged wife, claiming that she had left their marital home and never returned. In response to their ongoing marital drama, the actor mocked Israel’s move of publicly dragging Sheila Courage on his Facebook page. Patrick Doyle emphasised the importance of dealing with marital sagas privately. He wrote: “It takes a special species of low-life man to be engaged in social media saga yabis with a woman he has been intimate with.”

Talented Burna Boy doesn’t write songs – Bryon Messia Kittitian dancehall artist, Byron Messia has luxuriated in working with Nigeria’s Grammy-winning singer, Burna Boy on the remix of his song ‘Talibans.’ Messia, who gushed over the ‘insane’ talent of Burna Boy, had a chat on the Bootleg Kev podcast where he spoke about the creation process of the song.  He stated that Burna doesn’t write in the studio, adding that he did his verse off freestyling. He said: “Burna did his verse on the song, ‘Talibans II’ in my presence. The session was fun and exciting. Burna murdered that remix. The way he came up with that verse, mehn, this man is talented, gifted like out of the world, crazy, insane like insanely talented. “He didn’t even write his verse. He didn’t stand in the studio boot for an hour. It was a crazy moment.”   

I didn't break Mohbad's neck - Cousin Darosha Losobeh, a cousin and Personal Assistant to the late singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, widely known as Mohbad, has refuted accusations of breaking the deceased’s neck. A circulating video suggested that Losobeh broke Mohbad’s neck to fit him into the casket for used for his burial. Mohbad passed away under mysterious circumstances on September 12. Subsequently, a nurse who attended to him and his childhood friend, Primeboy, were implicated as primary suspects in his demise. In response to the allegations regarding the neck, Darosha vehemently denied the claims. Taking to Instagram, he expressed distress over the impact of these accusations on his mental well-being. “I’m so down to the extent that I had to write this to clear this whole story about me going online that I bent my love’s neck; this is the craziest and saddest thing that ever happened to me in my whole life. That I broke my brother’s neck, seriously, this hurt me so much.” He co...

Boko Haram: FG resumes suspects trial, frees 896 fighters The Federal Government on Monday resumed the trial of suspected Boko Haram members in the Kainji Prosecution Project Phase IV in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory. Speaking at the opening of the court session, the Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), noted that the first phase commenced in 2017. The News Agency of Nigeria quoted him as saying that the Federal Government, during the 2017 trial, secured 366 convictions, while 896 suspects were discharged for lack of evidence. He noted that 61 other cases were adjourned for further hearing. He noted that the resumption of the trial was a demonstration of government’s commitment to the safety of lives and property of the citizens. He stated, “I must acknowledge the fact that we have come a long way in this initiative. The first phase of the Kainji Prosecution Project commenced in October 2017 with remarkable achievements. “We recorded ...

Tragic mistake in Tudun Biri: Nigerian Army acknowledges unintended bombing The Kaduna State Government has confirmed a heartbreaking incident in Tudun Biri, Igabi Local Government Area, where the Nigerian Army admitted to mistakenly dropping a bomb during a Maulud celebration, resulting in the tragic loss of at least 30 lives on Sunday. Contradicting earlier denials by the Nigerian Air Force, Samuel Aruwan, the Overseeing Commissioner of Internal Security and Home Affairs, disclosed that Major Gen VU Okoro, the General Officer Commanding 1 Division Nigerian Army, acknowledged the error during a routine mission against terrorists. This admission unfolded during a meeting at the Sir Kashim Ibrahim Government House in Kaduna, convened by Deputy Governor Dr. Hadiza Balarabe. The gathering included Islamic clerics, traditional rulers, and heads of security agencies. In a statement following the closed-door meeting, Commissioner Aruwan shared the Army’s explanation for the “unfortunate and ...

Guinea-Bissau dissolves parliament after coup attempt The President of Guinea-Bissau, Umaro Embalo, issued a decree on Monday dissolving the parliament after an attempted coup in the West African nation. Violence had erupted between members of the national guard and special forces of the presidential guard on Thursday night in the capital, Bissau, leaving two people dead before the army ordered its forces back to barracks. Embalo, who was in Dubai attending the COP28 climate conference, arrived back in Bissau on Saturday and announced that an “attempted coup d’etat” had prevented him from returning earlier. On Monday, he said there had been “complicity” between the national guard and “certain political interests within the state apparatus.” That meant “the normal functioning of the institutions of the Republic has become impossible,” he added. “The date of forthcoming legislative elections will be set at the opportune moment, in line with the constitution,” Embalo said in a communique....

Two women have been arrested in South Africa for discharging their firearms to celebrate the life of an alleged CIT robber at his funeral.     The Directorate for Priority Crimes Investigation (HAWK) in a statement on Sunday, December 3, 2023, said the suspects, Bongo Yonela Dipa (24) and Chumisa Phunguzwa (35) appeared at Tsolo Magistrate’s Court facing allegations of unlawful discharge of firearm, possession of unlicensed firearm and attempted murder.    “The duo was arrested by the Provincial Cash-In-Transit (CIT) Task Team of Serious Organised Crime Investigation of the Hawks during the early hours of 30 November 2023,” the statement read.   "On 15 October 2023, it is alleged that Dipa and Phunguzwa attended the funeral service of an alleged CIT robbery suspect that occurred at N2 Tsolo junction.    "The pair was reportedly amongst the attendees at the burial service which was held at Mcetywa location in Tsolo.    "The duo further alleged...

The Israeli military says it's expanding its ground operation into "all areas" of the Gaza Strip following the resumption of fighting on Friday. It has this morning posted on social media a fresh order for people to evacuate about 20 areas of the Palestinian enclave The Israeli military has said civilians in Gaza should not use a section of the key north-south Salah al-Din Road. The section, to the north-east of the city of Khan Younis, is highlighted on a map posted on social media by IDF Arabic-language spokesman Avichay Adree. He says the area is now a battlefield and is extremely dangerous. He says the IDF will allow civilians to move southwards from areas to the north of Khan Younis by using the coastal road. As we reported earlier, the IDF has urged people in a large swathe of the Khan Younis area to head south today. As a reminder, in the earlier part of the war, Israel told Gazans to evacuate from northern Gaza to Khan Younis for their own safety. Hamas in Lebanon...

“I replied to his HI on Facebook and now we are getting married”—Nigerian lady  "Sometime in 2013, I got a random "Hi" in my Facebook DM. I ignored it because at the time I wasn't in the mood for all that chitchat...  “Fast forward to 2016, on one fateful day, I was scrolling through my DM because I was bored. I then decided to answer some messages and I bumped into this "Hi" I ignored 2 years ago, Lol.   I checked out his profile and he was easy on the eyes, a very handsome lad, then I responded.  “From that time we began talking and it transcended from one conversation to the other. In the course of our conversations, we became Best of Friends, even though we both had separate relationships at the time.  “Our virtual friendship grew so much due to consistent communication. We became inseparable.  We finally got to see each other for the first time in 2017, and subsequently, the bond grew even stronger.  On my Birthday, 29th April 2019, He asked ...

Health Commissioner Urges Public To Check HIV, AIDS Status Regularly By Chukwudi Nwauba The Anambra State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Afam Obidike has urged the public to always check their HIV/AIDS status regularly to reduce HIV associated morbidity and mortality as well as decrease transmission to others. He noted that about 40 per cent of newly diagnosed HIV infections have been transmitted by those living with undiagnosed HIV infections. ``So, the high transmission rate from undiagnosed people living with HIV illustrates the importance of routine HIV screenings as a primary and secondary preventive measure."  The Commissioner said this during a press briefing to create awareness on HIV/AIDS in Awka. ``Reliable information from the State AIDS Control Agency (ANSACA), shows that no fewer than 98,960 people are living with HIV/AIDS in the state." According to him, World AIDS Day is commemorated globally to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS and honour the lives of those affecte...

PRESS RELEASE IGP KAYODE ADEOLU EGBETOKUN HIGHLIGHTS NPF GREEN INITIATIVES AT COP28, AFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO RENEWABLE ENERGY The Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, delivered a compelling speech at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai, outlining the significant strides to be made by the Nigeria Police Force in environmental sustainability through the Nigeria Police Green Initiatives (NPGI). The motivating motto, "Saving People with Environment," underscores the Police Force's commitment to addressing environmental challenges and fostering sustainable practices. The core mission of NPGI aligns with global efforts to combat climate change and contribute to a more environmentally friendly society. The IGP emphasized the crucial role law enforcement plays in ensuring a safer and more sustainable future and called for collective support to address climate challenges. Recognizing the global shift towards sustainable ener...

Our recent enforcement action against cart pushing at Lekki axis of the state The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) will not relent in its quest to eradicate environmental nuisance in all parts of the state. You can support our efforts by patronising only assigned PSP operators and paying your waste bills promptly.  More photos below. 

Police Parade Suspected Killers Of Imo DPO, Inspector The police authorities in Imo State have arrested the suspected killers of a Divisional Police Officer and an Inspector at Ahiazu Mbaise Local Government Area of the state. Parading the suspects at the Command Headquarters in Owerri the Imo State capital on Sunday, the Commissioner of Police, Danjuma Aboki, said the relentless efforts of the police and other security operatives in unravelling the killers of the police officers led to the invasion of Indigenous People of Biafra/Eastern Security Network camp at Umuohie in Ngor Okpala LGA of the state. He stated that while several terrorists were dislodged, several arms and ammunition were recovered from the miscreants. According to the police commissioner, some other criminals were also arrested for various criminal cases ranging from IPOB/ESN terrorism activities, armed robbery, murder, stealing/receiving stolen properties, cultism, and unlawful possession of firearms and ammunition....

JAMB begins sales of 2024 UTME forms January 15 Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced the dates for activities that will culminate in the 2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). JAMB spokesman, Fabian Benjamin, in a statement, yesterday, indicated that barring any unforeseen circumstances that might warrant change in plans, January 15 to February 26, has been fixed for the sale of UTME application document. Similarly, March 7, 2024, has been slated for the 2024 mock-UTME, while the main UTME will hold between April 19 and 29. Candidates are expected to print their examination slips as from April 10. He enjoined candidates interested in the 2024 UTME to take note of the dates and other advisories that might be issued by the board in relation to the administration of the examination, and they could also visit the board’s website @www.jamb gov.ng for other relevant information regarding the 2024 UTME exercise.  

 GOV. SOLUDO'S PALLIATIVES ARE IN EXCESS OF 5 BILLION NAIRA By Paul Nwosu For the records and in the interest of naysayers, it's very important to clarify that Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo (CFR) has since put in place a comprehensive set of palliatives that are in excess of N5 billion to mitigate the hardship brought about by the removal of the fuel subsidy regime. It is also crucial to clarify that out of the initial N5 billion announced by President Bola Tinubu (GCFR) to be given to states, which some media commentators have continued to misrepresent, it’s only N2 billion that has been released, partly as loan, of which the States are expected to pay back 48 percent while the Federal Government will pay the remaining 52 percent. Governor Soludo as a strategic manager of resources believes that palliatives should go beyond just doling out bags of rice to the people. His focus and determination to deliver a more diverse package that would be of better impact to the living c...

Avoid another Aba women’s riot in Nasarawa, stakeholders urge Tinubu As political tension continued in Nasarawa State over conflicting judicial pronouncements regarding the March 18 governorship election, stakeholders have appealed to President Bola Tinubu to step into the fray and prevent the situation from degenerating into a crisis reminiscent of the historic Aba women’s riot. Since the declaration of Governor Abdullahi Sule as winner, women in Nasarawa have taken to the streets adorned in black attire, and in some instances, stripped naked in protest against what they claimed was a dubious declaration. Their assertion has been that David Ombugadu won the election. The legal saga unfolded as the tribunal ruled in favour of Ombugadu, overturning the initial election results. However, the appellate court, last week, upheld Governor Sule’s victory, causing further turmoil and disillusionment among Ombugadu’s supporters. Meanwhile, Ombugadu has escalated the legal battle by appealing th...

Italian media rates Chukwueze low Super Eagles winger, Samuel Chukwueze has earned a poor rating despite earning the chance from start in AC Milan’s clash against Frosinone on Saturday, hoping to build on the goal he scored against Borussia Dortmund in the UEFA Champions League. However, as highlighted by Andrea Longoni, he took a step back instead. The Nigerian has been struggling at the start of this season but finally got off the mark with a great goal against Dortmund mid-week. Against Frosinone, however, he didn’t have as much success and was named the clear flop by Gazzetta dello Sport. Several players did very well for Milan, such as Theo Hernandez and Luka Jovic, but Chukwueze took a step back as argued by Andrea Longoni. In his editorial for MilanNews, he highlighted Nigerian’s main issue. “On the other hand, Chukwueze took a step backwards compared to the positive performance in the Champions League against Dortmund. Too many mistakes, sometimes he wants to overdo it but it o...

Rivers Police Command Arrest 13 Officers Over Indecent Dressing ….CP Disu assures that death of SP Bako will not be swept under the carpet The Commissioner of Police in Rivers State,CP Olatunji Disu has revealed that the command on Friday Decemer 1,2023 arrested thirteen officers over indecent dressing during patrol by the Monitoring unit in various part of the city. He said the arrest is part of an ongoing effort to eradicate indecent dressing by officers of the command. CP Disu also revealed that the head of the Units or Divisions where the arrested Police officers are serving will be vicariously liable too, for the personel's action. He disclosed that the arrested officers are in detention. Meanwhile,CP Disu has assured that the killing of SP Bako Angbashim, late Divisional Police Officer(DPO) of Ahoada Police Division will not be swept under the carpet. Recall SP Angbashim was killed by suspected Iceland cult members led by Gift David aka 2Baba. CP Disu gave the assurance in...