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EFCC TASKFORCE ARRESTS 34 SUSPECTED CURRENCY SPECULATORS IN ABUJA. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 EFCC Taskforce Arrests 34 Suspected Currency Speculators in Abuja Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, attached to the Taskforce on Currency mutilation, Dollarization of the Economy and Forex Malpractice, have arrested 34 suspected currency speculators  for alleged foreign exchange fraud. They were arrested on Friday, April 26, 2024 in a sting operation following credible intelligence about illegal sales of dollars at the Wuse Zone 4 area of the Federal Capital Territory Abuja.   The suspects are :Usman Mohammed, Abdullahi Nasir, Abubakar Saleh, Mohammed Kabir Ibrahim, Abubakar Ghadafi, Muktar Usman, Umar Abubakar Abba, Yakubu Sani, Aminu Abubakar, Muhammed Suleman Abara, Yusuf Tahir, Usman Lawal, Usman Lawal, Usman Umar, Amina Garba Rola, Muhammed Aliyu, Murtala Haruna, Sani Mohammed, Umar Farouk, Muhammed Sagiuru, Aminu Salisu, Lawal Bello, Munzali Hashim, Jamilu Suleiman, Mustapha Umar, Mubarak Tanimu, Adamu Garba, Mohammed Usman, Bello Musa, Saleh Moha
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POLICE WELFARE: WE ARE COMMITTED TO IMPROVED WELFARE PACKAGE FOR OUR OFFICERS IN ALL AREAS - IGP. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 PRESS RELEASE  POLICE WELFARE: WE ARE COMMITTED TO IMPROVED WELFARE PACKAGE FOR OUR OFFICERS IN ALL AREAS - IGP  As IGP Commissions Wards, Physiotherapy Department Building in Ibadan, Commends ACP Kazeem for Selfless Service.  The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D. NPM, has assured of the commitment of his leadership to improved welfare package for every officer of the Nigeria Police Force in all areas. The IGP disclosed this while commissioning a new block of wards and a physiotherapy department building at the Police Hospital, Eleyele, Ibadan on Sunday 3rd March, 2024, as part of the drives towards improved welfare for all officers of the Nigeria Police Force.  The newly commissioned building is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to cater to the medical needs of police officers and their families, as well as members of the public who seek healthcare services at the Police Hospital. The addition of the physiotherapy department will enhance the hosp
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DOING MY DANCE WILL NOT GET YOU HUSBANDS- MOSES BLISS WIFE TO LADIES. (PHOTO).

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 Doing my dance will not get you husbands — Moses Bliss’ wife to ladies Marie Wiseborn, the newly married wife of the popular Nigerian gospel singer, Moses Bliss, has advised single ladies against emulating her dance which led to her marriage. The Ghanaian-British lawyer said this at Perez Chapel International, Accra, Ghana, during a gospel concert held to celebrate their wedding. The concert featured many Nigerian gospel artists like Nathaniel Bassey, Chioma Jesus, Joe Praize, Sonnie Badu, Yadah, Victor Thompson and Yinka Okeleye among others. Speaking at the event, Marie reflected on their love story, triggered by her viral video of a dancing challenge to Bliss’ hit song, ‘Miracle No Dey Tire Jesus’, in January 2023. Marie cautioned the singles against assuming that emulating her dance would lead to similar relationship outcomes. She said, “I have seen a lot of people doing the same dance I did on Instagram; it’s not that you danced my dance that you will get my result (married).” It
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ANAMBRA ASSEMBLY CALLS FOR ENFORCEMENT, STRICT RESTRICTION OF CHILDREN HAWKING DURING SCHOOL HOURS. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE

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 *Anambra Assemble calls for enforcement, strict restriction of children hawking during school hours* By Chizoba Okeke/Anastasia Agunwa/ Gloria Abugu Anambra State House of Assembly has called on Governor Chukwuma Soludo to direct the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Welfare and other relevant MDA's to enforce strict restrictions of children hawking during school hours. Hon. Anayo Okpalaeke who sponsored the motion, in his submission said section 18(3) of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria as amended stipulates that government shall strive to eradicate illiteracy by providing free, compulsory and universal primary, secondary and university education for citizens as and when practicable.  Hon. Okpalaeke who is the member representing Aguata 1 constituency said that on September 21, 2023, Governor Chukwma Soludo announced the commencement of free education for all pupils and students from Nursery to Primary six (6) Classes and JSS 1 to JSS3 for schools
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MAN WHO FOUND, RETURNED MISSING N100M GETS HAJJ SLOT, CASH, BUS. (PHOTO).

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 Man Who Found, Returned Missing N100m Gets Hajj Slot, Cash, Bus Salihu AbdulHadi Kankia, a member of the First Aid Group of Jama’atu Izalatil Bid’ah Wa Iqamatus Sunnah (JIBWIS), was showered with rewards for returning a lost bag containing over N100 million. The recognition came during the closing ceremony for Islamic scholars  presenting this year’s Ramadan Tafsir in Bauchi. Engr Mustapha Imam Sitti, National Director of the First Aid Group who introduced Kankia commended him for the act. In a post published on its Facebook page, the Bauchi State branch of JIBWIS said, “Kankia found a bag containing a large sum of money, exceeding one hundred million naira. “Instead of keeping it for himself, he rushed to the police station and reported his discovery, the police successfully located the owner, who upon verifying the contents, confirmed nothing was missing.” The post added that “Kankia’s honesty didn’t go unnoticed, The Izala group honored him with an award and sponsored his Hajj pilg
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TEA VENDORS LAMENT LOW PATRONAGE OVER HIGH PRICE. (PHOTO).

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 Tea vendors lament low patronage over high price Tea makers popularly known as ‘Mai shayi” say their business is witnessing low patronage, especially for Indomie noodles as the price continues to increase rapidly. They spoke to the News Agency of Nigeria in Abuja on Sunday while reacting to the incessant increase in the price of Indomie instant noodles. NAN reports that Mai shayi, which means tea makers in the Hausa language, is operated mainly by Hausa men in makeshift kiosks. They are found in estates and by the roadside in different parts of Abuja and they sell fast food like noodles, fried eggs, bread, and tea. NAN reports that the price of Indomie noodles, a popular fast food in Nigeria enjoyed by both the young and old skyrocketed within a short period. From the market survey conducted by NAN, a carton of Indomie standard pack which is the smallest size with 40 pieces is being sold for between N10,500 to N11,500. While a carton of the Super Pack which contains 40 packs is sold f
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GOVT MOVES TO PROTECT HIPPOPOTAMUS🦛 IN NASARAWA STATE. (PHOTO).

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 Govt Moves To Protect Hippopotamus In Nasarawa *** The Nasarawa State Government said it is working to preserve the population of hippopotamus in the state to prevent the animals from extinction. The Director, Veterinary Services in the state’s Ministry of Agriculture, Dr Abdullahi Musa, stated this when he spoke on Sunday in Lafia. The population of the hippopotamus in the world is estimated at between 125, 000 and 148,000, according to some statistics. Mr Musa said that the population of the animals had dropped to about 13 in the state from the previous figure of 20 due mainly to the activities of hunters and poachers. “Nasarawa State is among the few states in Nigeria, where you have hippopotamus, they are found in the Ugah community in Lafia. I think the other state where you find them is Kebbi, as they are found in Yauri in Birnin-Kebbi,” he said. Mr Musa said that the population of the hippopotamus was being threatened by activities of hunters and poachers who kill them for meat
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POLICE ARREST NOTORIOUS TRANSFORMER VANDAL AND SUSPECTED CULTISTS IN NEKEDE, INTENSIFIES CRACKDOWN ON CRIMINAL ELEMENTS IN IMO. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE

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 *IMO POLICE COMMAND PRESS RELEASE OF SUNDAY, 3RD MARCH, 2024.* POLICE ARREST NOTORIOUS TRANSFORMER VANDAL AND SUSPECTED CULTISTS IN NEKEDE, INTENSIFIES CRACKDOWN ON CRIMINAL ELEMENTS IN IMO An intense follow-up to a diligently gathered actionable intelligence by operatives of Nekede Divisional Headquarters in synergy with the local vigilantes led to the arrest of a notorious criminal suspect named, Ewurum Obinna ‘m’ 22yrs, who specializes in vandalizing transformers and stealing electricity armored cables in Nekede and its environs.  The suspect was arrested in the early hours of 01/03/2024, after a hot chase by the ever-gallant operatives. On interrogation, he confessed to the crime admitting that his syndicate was responsible for stealing high-tension electricity cables and vandalizing the transformer at Dike Dum Lodge, Trinity Junction, and other areas in Nekede. He has provided useful information to the Police to assist in the investigation. Effort is intensified to arrest other s
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JIDE KOSOKO PUTS 70TH BIRTHDAY PARTY ON HOLD DUE TO THE SITUATION OF THINGS IN THE COUNTRY. (PHOTOS).

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Nollywood actor, Jide Kosoko has won the praises of many after he announced he would be putting his 70th birthday party on hold because of the situation of things in the country. In a lengthy post on his Instagram, the veteran Yoruba actor, appreciated his colleagues who came up with the idea of celebrating his contributions to the industry while he was still alive However, he has discussed with them and they had reasoned that the celebration should be put on hold basically because of the current situation in the country and what people are going through. He reemphasized that he was doing it because of the masses, who he is a part of. Read post below. 
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PRES. TINUBU TO QATARI INVESTORS: REPORT TO ME ANY OF MY OFFICIALS WHO OBSTRUCT PROGRESS OR ASKS FOR BRIBE; NO DEVIATION FROM PATH TO PROSPERITY. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE  PRESIDENT TINUBU TO QATARI INVESTORS: REPORT TO ME ANY OF MY OFFICIALS WHO OBSTRUCT PROGRESS OR ASKS FOR BRIBE; NO DEVIATION FROM PATH TO PROSPERITY President Bola Tinubu has assured the international business community that Nigeria is ready for serious business as his administration will deal decisively with any and all entrenched interests in the country who undermine investor confidence in the Nigerian economy, pledging to remove all bottlenecks standing in the way of profitable and legitimate enterprise. Speaking at the Nigeria-Qatar Business and Investment Forum in Doha, on Sunday, President Tinubu told Qatari investors that Africa's largest economy and its systems are being reformed and upgraded, and asked Qatar's captains of industry to report any government official who demands a bribe or any form of inducement at any point in their business endeavour moving forward with full assurance of their direct access to the President's Office. &qu
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CRITICISM AS MR IBU'S ADOPTED DAUGHTER, JASMINE RENAMES ACTOR'S TIKTOK ACCOUNT TO HER NAME. (PHOTO).

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 Criticisms as Mr Ibu’s adopted daughter, Jasmine renames actor’s Tiktok account Barely 24 hours after the passing of veteran Nollywood actor, John Okafor, aka Mr Ibu, his adopted daughter, Jasmine, has changed his personal Tiktok account of over 1 million followers to her own name. A check on the late actor’s Tiktok page on Sunday revealed that the account has now been renamed to #LadyJasminec_live. Jasmine also appeared to have deleted all the late actor’s videos except the ones featuring her. The development has sparked uproar on social media, with fans of the late actor berating Jasmine of “tampering” with his legacy. Recall that the actor passed away on Saturday night, weeks after returning from hospital following successful surgeries that led to amputation of one of his legs. The President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, Dr Emeka Rollas, who confirmed his death, said he died of cardiac arrest.
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LOOTING OF NEMA WAREHOUSE, SYMPTOM OF IMPENDING REVOLUTION- SHEHU SANI WARNS. (PHOTO).

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 Looting of NEMA warehouse, symptom of impending revolution – Shehu Sani warns Former lawmaker and social critic, Senator Shehu Sani, has reacted to the alleged looting of a warehouse belonging to the National Emergency Management Agency of Nigeria, NEMA, by some residents of the Federal Capital Terrritory, FCT. According to Sani, the development is a dangerous symptom of an impending revolution. Some residents of the FCT had looted a warehouse belonging to the NEMA amid the current economic hardship across the country. It was gathered that the residents carted away foodstuffs and other items. “Masses looting foodstuffs from a Government Warehouse in our oil rich Nigeria is a dangerous symptom of an impending revolution that must be averted or contained,” he wrote on his X handle on Sunday. Recall that the International Monetary Fund, IMF, had said that stalled per-capita growth, poverty and high food insecurity have exacerbated the ongoing cost-of-living crisis in Nigeria. The report
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WHY WE BANNED POLITICAL GATHERING- BENUE GOVT. (PHOTO).

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 Why we banned political gatherings – Benue govt The Benue State Government has stated reasons it banned political gatherings and meetings in the state. It said the insecurity in the state made Governor Hyacinth Alia to take the measure. The state government said the ban covers all forms of intra-party and inter-group meetings in the north-central state till further notice. This was revealed by the governor’s Chief of Staff, Paul Biam, adding that the ban became necessary because of the volatility of the security atmosphere in Benue. He lamented that the security atmosphere became charged, following what he described as the unprecedented influx of armed herdsmen into the state. The Chief of Staff in his letter to the state Commissioner of Police, urged him to enforce the directive on the ban.
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SISI QUADRI: HOW MY BROTHER COLLAPSED ON A MOVIE SET- BROTHER. (PHOTO)

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 How my brother collapsed on a movie set” Sisi Quadri’s brother tearfully narrates how he died. The brother of late comic Yoruba actor, Tolani Quadri Oyebamiji popularly known as Sisi Quadri, has opened up on his death. In an interview, he narrated how his brother died just a year after his mother died. He recounted how they were called on February 19th that Sisi Quadri had collapsed on a movie set, so one of their brothers picked him up from there. He revealed that a day before the news, Sisi had sent money for his mother’s one-year remembrance to build a well and had constructed a borehole last year in honor of her. His brother disclosed that Qaudri was taken to the hospital and they treated him for malaria, but he was discharged on the 26th. According to his brother, he was preparing to go to another movie location when they all joined forces together to pressure him to rest and recover fully. Sisi Quadri’s brother further disclosed that on February 28, the unfortunate happened as h
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GOV. SANWO-OLU ANNOUNCED THE PASSING OF HIS EX SSA ON WORKS AND INFRASTRUCTURE, ABDULRAHEEM. (PHOTO). #ANNOUNCEMENT.

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 I am deeply saddened by the passing of my former Senior Special Assistant on Works and Infrastructure, Abdulraheem Owokoniran.  Abdulraheem was a young Nigerian politician with visionary ideas for nation building and development. He was a staunch party loyalist and a champion of programs aimed at benefiting the masses.  My heartfelt condolences go out to his family, friends, and colleagues, including my Special Adviser on Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mr. Idris Aregbe who is a brother to the deceased.  Abdulraheem’s dedication to our party and his contributions to the growth of Lagos State will be dearly missed. May his soul rest in peace, and may his loved ones find the strength to cope with this loss.- Gov. Sanwo-Olu. 
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NATIVE DOCTOR PLACES JUJU ON ELECTRIC POLE TO AVOID DISCONNECTION.(PHOTO).

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 Native Doctor Places Juju On Electric Pole To Avoid Disconnection: If you're a NEPA staff, will you climb this NEPA pole after been threatened with death by a Native doctor? A native doctor places Juju on electric pole opposite Gbemi House to prevent NEPA personels from cutting their wire.
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NIGERIAN ARMY TROOPS NEUTRALISE ESN TERRORIST, CLEAR HIDEOUTS, RECOVER ARMS, AMMUNITION. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 NIGERIAN ARMY TROOPS NEUTRALISE ESN TERRORIST, CLEAR HIDEOUTS, RECOVER ARMS, AMMUNITION Nigerian Army troops have successfully cleared IPOB/ESN hideout at Ihiteukwa Community in Orsu Local Government Area of Imo State, neutralizing one IPOB/ESN Terrorist after an intense firefight on Saturday 2 March 2024. On overpowering the fighters, the gallant troops conducted a search in their hideout and recovered 3 Improvised Explosive Devices (IED), one Toyota Highlander SUV, one Hilux vehicle, 8 rounds of 7.62mm (Special) ammunition, 6 rounds of 7.62mm (NATO) ammunition and one locally fabricated single barrel gun. Other items recovered from the terrorists' hideout include a pair of proscribed Biafran uniform, one solar panel, one CCTV camera, 10 mobile phones, batteries, a bundle of proscribed Biafran Currency, 3 solar street lights, 3 jungle hats, pairs of black boots and assorted charms. In a separate operation, conducted by own troops at a suspected IPOB/ESN crossing point in Aka
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PRESIDENT TINUBU WELCOMES MULTI-SECTORAL AGREEMENTS WITH QATAR; SET TO RECEIVE QATAR'S INVESTMENT TEAM IN ABUJA. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE  PRESIDENT TINUBU WELCOMES MULTI-SECTORAL AGREEMENTS WITH QATAR; SET TO RECEIVE QATAR'S INVESTMENT TEAM IN ABUJA President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and His Highness, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar, on Sunday in Doha, witnessed the signing of historic agreements between both nations, opening a gateway for leveraging the potential of mutual cooperation in pivotal sectors of education, enterprise development, investment promotion, youth empowerment, mining, tourism, and sports. Before the signing ceremony at the Qatar Presidential Palace, President Tinubu assured his host of Nigeria’s preparedness to welcome investors into the country, noting the ongoing reforms that favour innovation, return on investments, and multiculturalism. "Our greatest strength is our people. Our strength lies in the capacity of Nigerian youths. They have energy, talent, and self-belief. They are quality partners for Qatari industry. They are educated and
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COURT JAILS TWO INTERNET FRAUDSTERS IN LAGOS. (PHOTOS) . #PRESS RELEASE

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 Court Jails Two Internet Fraudsters in Lagos Justices Deinde Dipeolu and N. Ogazi of the Federal High Court sitting in Lagos have convicted and sentenced two internet fraudsters; Oluwafemi Abdulwaheed Rasaq and Chris Onabulu to various jail terms for romance scam and impersonation They were jailed after pleading guilty to one-count separate charge bordering on cyber crimes upon being arraigned by the Lagos Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC.   The count against Rasag reads: “That you, Oluwafemi Abdulwaheed  Rasaq Sometime between January and September 2023 in Lagos within the jurisdiction of this Honorable Court fraudulently impersonated one Amanda Valery Malpica by holding yourself out as such on your Facebook and Instagram App, with intent to gain advantage for yourself and thereby committed an offence contrary to and punishable under Section 22(2)(b) of the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention etc) Act, 2015."   The count against Onabulu  reads
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RIHANNA PAID $9M TO PERFORM AT INDIA'S RICHEST MAN SON'S WEDDING. (VIDEO/PHOTO).

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 India’s richest man Mukesh Ambani reportedly paid Rihanna a whooping $9M to perform at his son’s wedding.  Rihanna became more than N15 billion richer with just one show! The family in India booked the Barbadian singer to show her face for the first time since the 2023 Super Bowl. Videos of Ri's concert left supporters amazed by how much they splurged: "They love Rihanna down in India." Watch video below. 
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ANNFE VERIFIES ADULT FACILITATORS TO STRENGTHEN EDUCATION. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 ANNFE VERIFIES ADULT FACILITATORS TO STRENGTHEN EDUCATION BY EBELE IYKE ODILI In a move to strengthen Adult Education programs in the state, the Anambra Agency for mass literacy Adult and Non-formal Education (AANFE), has launched a verification process for its Adult facilitators. The Executive Director AANFE, Mrs Ebele Ononiuhu, while briefing the team in her office, said that the verification would be carried out at the local government levels to ensure fairness and transparency in the process. Mrs Ononiuhu reaffirmed that verification is an important tool for any organization to move forward. "This verification exercise is not just about paperwork and bureaucracy, it's about ensuring that our Adults Learners have the best possible chance to succeed, and help the Angecy to move forward. We want to make sure that every Adult who wants to learn has access to high quality Education, and this exercise is an important step in achieving that goal." She further said that the
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MISS NIGERIA PAGEANT GETS NEW BOARD MEMBERS. (PHOTO).

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 Miss Nigeria pageant gets new board members The Miss Nigeria beauty pageant has expanded its board with the addition of three accomplished individuals, as revealed by the pageant’s Instagram handle. The purpose of this addition is to strengthen the leadership team, bringing the total number of board members to six. The new addition to the esteemed board includes Senami Sosu, Chioma Okigbo, and Olatomiwa Williams. The existing board already boasts prominent figures, including accomplished filmmaker and creative entrepreneur Ego Boyo, 24th Miss Nigeria Wunmi Ogunbiyi, and the Associate Vice President and Portfolio Manager of the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA), Aisha Abba Kyari. This expansion has garnered positive reactions, praising the credibility of the board. Notably, the board is now chaired by talented screen star Rita Dominic-Anosike, who assumed the position in October 2023, injecting a new wave of positivity and empowerment into the historic pageant, established
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OGUN SERIAL KILLER: COME AND IDENTIFY PICTURES OF YOUR MISSING DAUGHTERS, POLICE URGES FAMILIES. (PHOTO).

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Ogun serial killer: Come and identify pictures of your missing daughters, police urges families Commissioner of Police in Ogun State, CP Abiodun Alamutu, has called on family and relatives to come out with pictures of their missing persons, especially ladies, for identification by a prime suspect of a ritual gang, Adebayo Azeez, who specializes in luring women to death through a dating app, Mychat. Azeez was said to be member of a ritual syndicate who confessed to the police recently while being paraded by CP Alamutu, at the Police Officers’ Mess, Abeokuta, that he had killed at least seven women for ritual through the hook up site. The name of the ritual gang members include: Moses Abidemi Awuraji, Maria Awuraji, Oluwo Samuel Monday; Prophet Peter Oluwalese; Akinwunmi Ifatosin; Prophet Jamiu Yusuf; Sheriff Agbai and Osojieahen Alionetouria, Segun a.k.a Alfa Ariwo, now on the run. But, CP, in a statement by the Police Police Ralations Officer, Omolola Odutola, urged family and relative
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PROTEST AGAINST HARDSHIP IN A RESPONSIBLE MANNER, SHETTIMA TELLS NIGERIANS. (PHOTO).

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 Protest Against Hardship In A Responsible Manner, Shettima Tells Nigerians Vice-President Kashim Shettima has appealed to Nigerians to protest the current economic challenges in the country “in a responsible and mature manner.” He said the economic policies and choices adopted come with challenges and difficulties which would be “more telling on the poor.” Shettima spoke in Lagos during the 29th pre-Ramadan lecture organised by the University of Lagos Muslim Alumni with the theme, “Economic Reforms for Nigeria: Challenges and Prospects for the Future.” Represented by his Special Adviser on Political Matters, Dr. Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, the Vice-President also hinted that the forthcoming Ramadan would come with “severe” challenges for many Nigerians. Hardship protest spreads to prison, inmates revolt in Jos Hoodlums break into govt warehouse in Abuja, steal food items Daily Trust reports that the removal of subsidy from petroleum and the floating of the naira by the present administration h
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NDLEA INTERCEPTS VIETNAM-BOUND BUSINESSMAN WITH COCAINE CONSIGNMENT AT ABUJA AIRPORT. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE

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 NDLEA intercepts Vietnam-bound businessman with cocaine consignment at Abuja airport . Busts another drug cartel in Lagos, arrests members with 17.4kg cocaine, heroin, meth; over 3.1million pills of opioids recovered in Kano, Lagos, Borno raids Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, have intercepted a 40-year-old businessman, Ejike Chibuke Solomon with 1.45 kilograms of cocaine concealed in his luggage while attempting to board an Ethiopia Airlines flight number 950 to Vietnam via Addis Ababa, Ethiopia from the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, NAIA, Abuja. Ejike was arrested at the Abuja airport on Saturday 2nd March 2024 after NDLEA officers subjected him to a thorough search, and in the process, the illicit substance was discovered concealed, factory fitted, in his bag. In his statement, the suspect claimed he was on a business trip to Vietnam. Meanwhile, operatives of a special unit of the Agency on Friday 1st March swooped on members of a syndicate tha
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