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NIGERIA SECURITY AND CIVIL DEFENCE CORPS ( NSCDC ). LAGOS STATE COMMAND. PRESS STATEMENT. LAGOS STATE COMMANDANT WARNS COOPERATIVE DEFAULTERS, EXTOLS OUTGOING EXECUTIVES FOR DISPLAYING EXEMPLARY LEADERSHIP. The State Commandant, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps ( NSCDC), Lagos State Command, Commandant of Corps Usman Ishaq Alfadarai, MFR, fdc, mnim, mpa, fisn, fcss has warned, cooperators, who have been tagged as defaulters in his command, to decease from the fraudulent and unscrupulous act, if they must witness the growth and expansion they crave for in the society. The Lagos State Commandant further charged, the cooperative executives, to put stringent measures in place to check such fraudulent acts capable of dettering the progress and success of the command's cooperative society.  He was represented, at the 15th Annual General Meeting of the NSCDC Lagos State Command Multipurpose Cooperative Society Limited, by Deputy Commandant of Corps Marian Mbakwe, Head of Crisis an...

Why I prefer dating older women – Singer, Chike Nigerian singer Chike Ezekpeazu Osebuka, simply known as Chike, says he prefers romance with older women. The ‘Running To You’ crooner said his preference for older women was because most women were only able to communicate properly when they were “slightly advanced in age.” Chike was featured as a guest in a recent episode of the Unpack Podcast hosted by NAY. The 30-year-old said, “Most can’t communicate properly. The time you start finding a woman who can communicate, they are slightly advanced in age. Not a girl of 23 years. “Imagine I’m running around with some 23-year-old, what’s she going to handle? What’s she going to understand? “She just wanna take pictures and be on Instagram and tell everybody that she’s dating you. What are you unpacking for that person? *Let’s be honest, you can find younger women who are so mature but they are rare. But you find it more in older women. “Then before you know, you find guys dating older women....

I need prayers: T.B Joshua's widow Evelyn speaks Thousands of people trooped to the Synagogue Church of All Nations (SCOAN) on Sunday, 17th of December, 2023, to celebrate Pastor Evelyn Joshua who clocked 55. Speaking to the congregation, Evelyn urged the people to thank God for everything. She also noted that she needs prayers. “The reason for our celebration here today is what God can do in the lives of people; in a hopeless situation, He gives them hope. “What is good needs prayer; I need prayer,” Pastor Evelyn Joshua tells the people as she addresses them before commencing the Prayer Line ministration. She also encouraged the people to celebrate her by reaching out to others in love. “When you receive something you can never earn, it is ground for gratitude not arrogance,” she emphasised. Pastor Evelyn Joshua also prayed: “Father Lord, we thank You for this wonderful day. We have come to You with a heart full of grace, a heart full of joy. Almighty God, we ask You for the grace...

Respect owners of land - Oba of Lagos tells Igbos The Oba of Lagos, Oba Rilwan Akiolu, has urged Igbos to cooperate with the state government and respect the “owners of the land.” Akiolu said Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State can’t deliberately demolish their properties. He spoke while receiving the President-General of Ohanaeze, Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu at his Palace yesterday. Some Igbos residing in Lagos State had cried out over the demolition of their properties and shops by the state government. They accused the Sanwo-Olu administration of ethnic profiling through the demolition of their properties in the state. However, Akiolu said: “We know Igbos are very hard working, but you have to respect the owners of the land. We have identified the problem in Nigeria, and what we want is a solution. “I am appealing to you in the name of God. The governor cannot deliberately destroy your property. Just play according to the rules of the game. “To the Igbo, anybody who wishes the best f...

Obiano’s strong aide, 2000 supporters dump APGA for APC in Anambra One of the pillars of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) in Anambra state, Hilary Udeano, has dumped the party for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state. He joined the party with no fewer than 2000 members, having served as a local government chairman in Anambra East local government area during the regime of Willie Obiano. Speaking with The Nation, Udeano, said they were the people that made APGA strong in Anambra state, adding that he had come to bring that same energy into APC. He said he joined APGA that time to help his brother who was the governor of the state, adding that governorship election in Anambra in 2025, would not be easy for APGA again, especially, in Anambra East local government area. During the gathering of the party at the weekend in Awka, one of the chieftains of APC in Anambra state, Chief Paul Chukwuma doled out Christmas gifts including rice and cash worth over 200 million nai...

‘You’re not an actor if you can’t kiss on screen’ – Veteran actress, Taiwo Ajai Veteran Nollywood actress, Taiwo Ajai-Lycett says a “true actor” should be willing to embrace all aspects of their profession, including sharing a kiss on screen. According to her, any thespian who is unwilling to engage in on-screen kisses isn’t a “true actor.” She emphasized the importance of separating personal preferences from movie roles. The veteran actress noted that bringing one’s personal beliefs into acting, such as reluctance to engage in on-screen kisses, reflects a lack of dedication to the profession. “If you can’t kiss on screen, you’re not an actor, you don’t bring your personal preferences into play,” KFN quoted Ajai as saying in a recent interview.  

Tiwa Savage acquires N1.7 billion mansion in London Nigerian musician Tiwa Savage has invested N1.7 billion in a luxurious residence situated in the heart of London. Sharing glimpses of her stunning new home on Instagram, she joyfully announced securing her first property key in the country. Tundeednut, a well-known blogger and close friend of the singer, disclosed that Tiwa made this significant purchase, marking her as a London homeowner as the year draws to a close. The house, showcased on social media, features a fully equipped gym, elegantly furnished living spaces, and even a cinema room. Tundeednut’s repost of Tiwa‘s announcement caused quite a stir online, with him confirming the substantial amount—N1.7 billion—that she spent to acquire this exquisite space.  

Five Dead, 8 Injured In Lagos-Ibadan Multiple Road Accidents   Five persons have died while eight others sustained varying degrees of injuries in two separate accidents that occurred in Ogun State. The Public Education Officer, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Ogun, Florence Okpe confirmed the accidents to journalists in Abeokuta on Sunday. Okpe said the first accident which occurred on Saturday night along the Lagos-Ibadan expressway claimed three lives, while seven persons were injured. According to her, the accident involved a Toyota Hiace bus with registration number, RLG 846 XA and a trailer marked, JJN 32 YX. She stated that the accident was caused by speeding which led to loss of control on the part of the driver of the bus. The FRSC spokesperson added that a total of 18 people which comprised 16 men and two women were involved in the accident. Okpe said, the injured victims were taken to Idera Hospital, Sagamu for medical attention and the deceased were deposited at the ...

Nigeria man in pain as rats eat his American visa and passport A Nigerian man faces a heartbreaking situation as rats eat up his international passport containing a valid American visa, causing a significant disruption to his travel plans. A video making the rounds on social media captured the lamentation of a Nigerian who had an unexpected issue as a result of rodents It seems that the man not only misplaced his crucial travel document but also fell victim to the hungry set of rats, resulting in the loss of his US visa. In light of this unfortunate incident, he shared advice with his fellow Nigerians, urging them to be diligent in safeguarding their passports by keeping them in secure locations. The incident gained widespread attention online, with commenters sharing their thoughts and proposing potential solutions to address the loss of both passport and visa. Reactions as rats eat up American visa and passport of a Nigerian man Noel Falkov said, “Omg so sorry, hope it’s not too clos...

 Singer Asake finally gifted N5 million to the Nigerian policewoman whose voice (‘Epp Me, he dey carry me go’) he sampled in his hit track Responding to calls for financial assistance for the ailing policewoman behind the viral clip ‘Epp me,’ the acclaimed singer Asake has generously donated N5 million to Helen Utabor. Helen, the policewoman behind the widely recognized “epp me epp me, he dey carry me go where I no know” trend, is currently facing health challenges. The news surfaced when popular comedian I Go Save shared a video on his Instagram page, revealing that the officer had been injured by a vehicle while directing traffic in Edo. I Go Save mentioned that she needed 1.5 million naira for medical treatment. Social media users rallied to encourage Asake, the YBNL music star, to extend help to the woman, with many suggesting he owed her royalties for using her viral ‘epp me epp me’ phrase as an intro in his hit song ‘Peace Be Unto You.’ In a recent update, I Go Save informed ...

STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE  PRESIDENT TINUBU CONGRATULATES PROFESSOR IJEOMA UCHEGBU ON HER ELECTION AS CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE PRESIDENT  President Bola Tinubu congratulates Nigerian-born Professor of Pharmaceutical Nanoscience and top-flight researcher, Ijeoma Uchegbu, on her election as President of Wolfson College, one of the 31 colleges of the University of Cambridge. Professor Uchegbu, renowned for her innovative work in nanoparticle drug delivery, is currently a Professor of Pharmaceutical Nanoscience at University College London (UCL).  President Tinubu celebrates the outstanding accomplishment and commends Professor Uchegbu for being an excellent ambassador for the country and for her relentless efforts to advance the frontiers of pharmaceutical science.  The President applauds Professor Uchegbu as epitomizing the ingenuity, brilliance, and hard work that are consistently synonymous with the great Nigerian people both at home and abroad. While wishing the...

IPPIS: Centralised Payment Platform Will Reduce Ghost Workers — NAAT The National Association Academic Technologists (NAAT) has expressed reservation over the removal of Federal Universities, Polytechnics and Colleges of Education from the Integrated Personnel Payment System (IPPIS). NAAT, in a statement signed by Ibeji Nwokoma on Saturday, said centralised payment platform will reduce the menacing trend of ghost workers. Last week, the Federal Executive Council (FEC) exempted universities, polytechnics and colleges of education from the IPPIS. The Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, who briefed the media, said FEC observed that Vice Chancellors of Universities didn’t need to abandon their work to come to Abuja to process the salaries of their personnel. In its statement, NAAT said by the government’s recent action, university autonomy will be restored. It, however, expressed reservations on “payment uniformity of salaries and allowances across federal tertiary institutions as i...

SUPREME COUNCIL OF AFRICAN ANCESTRAL KINGS AND ROYALTIES (SCOAAKAR) CERTIFY NOMINATION OF MORE ROYALTIES, TOP NOLLYWOOD AND HOLLYWOOD ACTORS, DIGNITARIES OF HIGH REPUTE ACROSS THE GLOBE. As part of concerted effort in ensuring adequate integration, unification and alliance between African Ancestry across the globe in ensuring self-realization of their Ancestral Enrollment for a proper Identification of whom they are and what they represent through Culture and Tradition, the Supreme Council Of African Ancestral Kings and Royalties (SCOAAKAR) under the leadership of His Royal Excellency King Prof. Amb. Engr. ONYECHE PROMISE OBINNA (OSC JP) continued her certification exercise and confirmed nomination of Royalties, Top Nollywood and Hollywood Actors, other highly respected dignitaries across the continents. While making his Royal remarks, Eze-Ikemba 1 stressed the need for Africans to remain unanimously focused on the sustainability of Our Culture and Tradition not minding the wind of Civ...

Miss France winner calls her short hair a victory for 'diversity' The woman elected Miss France 2024 has framed her victory as a win for "diversity", drawing praise for her short hair as well as predictable criticism from viewers of the beauty pageant which has faced accusations of sexism. No one should dictate who you are," declared 20-year-old Eve Gilles, who was the only contestant in this year's competition whose hair was cropped short. "We're used to seeing beautiful Misses with long hair, but I chose an androgynous look with short hair," she said after her victory Saturday night, adding that every "woman is different, we're all unique." The woman from a village near Dunkirk in northern France was elected in the city of Dijon in front of 5,000 pageant fans  

 At least 60 migrants die off Libya coast At least 60 migrants have drowned off Libya coast during an illegal migration to Europe. A boat carrying dozens of migrants trying to reach Europe capsized off the coast of Libya, leaving more than 60 people dead, including women and children, the UN migration agency said. Saturday's shipwreck was the latest tragedy in this part of the Mediterranean Sea, a key but dangerous route for migrants seeking a better life in Europe. Thousands have died, according to officials. The UN's International Organization for Migration said in a statement the boat was carrying 86 migrants when strong waves swamped it off the town of Zuwara on Libya's western coast and that 61 migrants drowned, according to survivors. Dangerous migration route "The central Mediterranean continues to be one of the world's most dangerous migration routes," the agency wrote on social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter. Libya has in recent years eme...

Polls open in Chad for vote on new constitution in step towards civilian rule Chad voters go to the polls on Sunday for a referendum on a new constitution, in a key step towards elections and the return of civilian rule promised, but postponed, by the ruling military junta. A large section of the opposition and civil society in the central African country are calling for a boycott. They argue the plebiscite is designed to pave the way for the election of the current transitional president, General Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno, and the continuation of a "dynasty" begun by his late father 33 years ago following a coup. The "yes" camp seems assured of victory after a well-financed campaign by the ruling junta against a divided opposition, which has faced arrest, intimidation and threats for more than a year. The capital N'Djamena has been plastered with posters championing a "yes" vote to bring in a constitution for a "unitary and decentralised state...

SERAP sues INEC over failure to prosecute electoral offenders in Kogi, Imo, Bayelsa Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project said it has filed a lawsuit against the Independent National Electoral Commission over its failure to arrest and prosecute suspected electoral offenders during the governorship elections in Kogi, Imo and Bayelsa states.” This was contained in a press release made available on Sunday. The suit, numbered FHC/ABJ/CS/1694/2023, was filed last Friday at the Federal High Court in Abuja. In it, SERAP sought, “an order of mandamus to direct and compel INEC to probe the allegations of electoral offences including electoral violence, in the off-cycle governorship elections in Kogi, Imo and Bayelsa states.” They also sought “an order of mandamus to compel INEC to disclose spending details on the off-cycle governorship elections in Kogi, Imo and Bayelsa States, including the specific amount spent to conduct voter and civic education and details of the activities carr...

“I was the one who told Wizkid to hang out with Davido” – Samklef alleges Samklef, a popular music executive, has revealed that he was the one who told WizKid to hang out with Davido. Recall how the two musicians met at an event and hit it off, which delighted their fans? This comes after years of perceived animosity between them, as they rarely speak to or about each other. Samklef has come forward to claim that he was the catalyst for the reunion. According to him, he told Wizkid to hang out with the DMW executive at the event.  

Two vehicles burn as fire guts petrol station in Kwara Two vehicles, a truck and a bus, were reportedly destroyed in a fire incident that ravaged Aasco Petrol Station beside the Nigeria Airforce office along Ajase-Ipo road, Ilorin, on Saturday evening. The fire incident, which was said to have destroyed part of the petrol fueling station, was said to have been caused by a spark from a Toyota Dyna truck parked at the station  

Kenya denies supporting DRC rebel alliance launched in Nairobi Kenya has denied that it supports a new DR-Congo rebel alliance formed in Nairobi on December 15, 2023. Kenya has denied that it supports a new DR-Congo rebel alliance that launched its activities in Nairobi, the capital city of Kenya, on Friday. Corneille Nangaa, the former head of DR-Congo's electoral body, announced that nine Congolese rebel groups, including M23, had united to form the Congo River Alliance (AFC) with the aim of restoring peace. DR-Congo's government spokesperson Patrick Muyaya condemned Kenya for hosting "a destructive alliance" and warned that "it will impact diplomatic relations." After the announcement of AFC formation, DR-Congo summoned its ambassador to Kenya, John Nyakeru Kalunga, for "consultation" on Saturday  

Chile votes in second referendum aimed at replacing Pinochet-era constitution Chileans head to the polls Sunday for a second referendum aimed at replacing the country's dictatorship-era constitution, with voters asked to approve or reject a more conservative draft. The latest version was overseen by the far-right opposition Republican Party after voters roundly rejected a progressive draft in September 2022 that attempted to enshrine environmental protections and the right to elective abortion. Voting starts at 8am local time (1100GMT) and closes at 6pm (2100 GMT), with results due a few hours later. Leftist President Gabriel Boric said last month that it would be his last attempt to reform the constitution in order to focus on stability and long-term development.  

 Voting begins in Serbian parliamentary elections While President Aleksandar Vucic is not on the ballot, the contest is seen as a referendum on his government. Serbians have begun voting in parliamentary and local elections that will test the strength of the country’s governing party amid unrest over high inflation, corruption, and gun violence. The snap elections, announced last month, will determine a new government for Serbia’s 250-seat parliament, as well as elect local councils in most municipalities.

Turkey's Central Bank Chief moves in with her parents over her inability to afford a home in Istanbul due to inflation  The new head of Turkey’s central bank said she has been priced out of Istanbul’s property market by rampant inflation.  Left with no choice, the former finance executive has moved back in with her parents.  “We haven’t found a home in Istanbul. It’s terribly expensive. We’ve moved in with my parents,” 44-year-old Hafize Gaye Erkan, who took up her post in June after two decades in the United States, told the Hurriyet newspaper.  Erkan previously worked at firms including Goldman Sachs and First Republic Bank — and is now getting a crash course in the soaring prices that have seen many young people struggling to find lodgings.  “Is it possible that Istanbul has gotten more expensive than Manhattan?” she said.  Tayyip Erdogan has allowed the lira currency to weaken while promising that a new team of economists with Wall Street experience wou...

Convicted baron loses VGC mansion, jeep as NDLEA arrests grandma for drugs in Lagos . Recovers South Africa-bound 1.5m opioid pills, intercepts 2.2kg cocaine in Owerri, 3 bandits drug suppliers in Zamfara A multi-million-naira mansion located at K-5A/2 Road 14, Victoria Garden City (VGC) estate, Lekki area of Lagos used as clandestine laboratory for the production of methamphetamine by a convicted drug baron, Okenwa Chris Nzewi, has been forfeited to the Federal Government following his successful prosecution and conviction in court by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA. Okenwa was arrested along with his associate, Sunny Okeh Ukah on 30th July 2022 and subsequently arraigned on four counts in charge number FHC/L/527C/2022 at the Federal High Court, Lagos. They both pleaded guilty on 17th July, 2023, while they were convicted and sentenced to four and three years imprisonment each with an option of fine of four million (N4,000,000) naira and three million (N3,000,000) nair...

Arson attack on LG secretariat: We won’t be distracted – Kano Govt   Kano State Government says it will not be distracted by the arson attack on Gwale Local Government Area Secretariat, which was razed by hoodlums. Speaking while inspecting the council secretariat on Saturday, Deputy Governor, Aminu Gwarzo, also warned that legal action will be taken against those found to be behind the incident. Gwarzo alleged that some unnamed persons wanted to set the state ablaze. He said, “We are aware of those persons who are hell-bent on creating chaos, hiding behind the Supreme Court upcoming judgement. “But they will certainly fail because the government of NNPP under Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf is that regime that must ensure peace in Kano. “They want to show our government in bad light but that would not happen. “We cannot be distracted by miscreants to abandon our mandate because that is the ultimate goal of those who are creating chaos in Kano. Governor Abba is focused and determined to ha...

FUJI SINGER KWAM'1 DAUGHTER CELEBRATES 9 YEARS AS A LAWYER She wrote; Congratulations to my good self D.A Ayinde Marshal Esq, i’m 9 years at the Nigerian Bar today,  Cheers to many more years Omo Anifowoshe.  

I respected and loved him, my love was stronger I praise him in public and tell people how good he was to me including here on Facebook not knowing  at times some post was made with bru¡s€s on my face — Lady narrates what she passed through in marriage. “I have been scared of being called a divorcée, I have been scared of being addressed as a single mum, I have been scared of being tagged as one who had a failed marriage and what the society will think of me. I went through domestic marriage and high rate of infidelity, I believe any man who wish the betterment of his home will secretly do whatever he wish to do just to protect his home mine was obviously done and when I portray any sign of caution I will be b€@t€n  and sent out at times I held my son so tight thinking he will leave me if am carrying my son he will dr@g  my son from my hands and continue with the b€@ting. I fought for the marriage in every dimension I was a hardworking wife I don’t make financial demands ...