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 7th grade Texas girl receives 2nd degree burns from punishment at school for laughing in class. When Caydence Wilson and a friend "laughed in a class" her principal gave the two detention and let them know that their softball coach would be hearing about it. It was that softball coach who decided this apparently unacceptable mild misbehavior merited severe physical punishment.  The coach made Caydence do 100 squats and 100 bear crawls or she couldnt play softball. It was the bear crawls in 90 degree heat that ended up inflicting second degree burns on Caydence's hands. Caydence said, "I could feel my hands start to welt and burn". When she tried telling her coach, the coach responded, "no you're fine, keep going". After suffering the entire ordeal a different coach was sympathetic and gave Caydence ice for her injured hand. You can find pictures of the injury, however I cannot share them on this page because they are graphic.  Caydence's mothe

 Foul play suspected in disappearance of two Oklahoma women. 27-year-old Veronica Butler and 39-year-old Jillian Kelly went missing while driving to pick up Butler's children on a short 16 mile trip. The vehicle they were traveling in was found abandoned 3 miles short of their destination. The car they were traveling in was found abandoned near highway 95 in rural Texas County. Police now say based on information obtained from the vehicle there is sufficient evidence to indicate foul play. Now more information has been released on where they were heading and why. Jillian was riding with Veronica to pick up her children, a 6-year-old daughter and an 8-year-old son from their father's family in Eva, Oklahoma.  The purpose of the trip was to celebrate her daughter's birthday. Veronica was in a bitter custody battle with the father of her children and his family. Her friend Jillian had traveled along for support. Reports indicate the father of the children, Wrangler Cole Rickma

 EFCC Arrests Suspected Fraudulent Pastor for N3.9m Fraud in Ilorin The Ilorin Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 arrested the General Overseer of CAC Freedom City Prophetic and Deliverance Ministry, Ilorin, Prophet Adeniyi Abiodun James, for allegedly defrauding a member of the church to the tune of N3,980,000 (Three Million, Nine Hundred and Eighty Thousand Naira). The victim, Oluwole Babarinsa,  had in a petition to the Commission, alleged that Prophet James called him out during a church programme sometime in 2021 that he had a revelation that he would travel abroad. According to the petitioner, the cleric, in the course of giving the revelation,  asked him about his preferred country, to which he replied “Canada”. Thereafter, they reportedly struck an agreement to talk later in order to perfect arrangements for the trip.   The prophet,  he said, later told him that he had a friend in Lagos who could help him facilitate hi

 Over 50,000 Nigerian Pilgrims to perform 2024 Hajj – NAHCON The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) says no fewer than 50,000 Nigerian intending pilgrims will perform the 2024 hajj in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Executive Chairman of NAHCON, Mallam Jalal Arabi, disclosed this at a news conference held at Hajj House in Abuja. Malam Arabi, however, told newsmen, that it was a significant milestone and a miracle that Nigerians could still be represented by a huge number despite the challenges caused by foreign exchange instability, reforms and the deadlines set by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. He insisted that Nigerians should celebrate the milestone at a time many countries have officially informed Saudi authorities of their inability to fill their quotas. “Against all odds, we will perform Hajj this year in a big way. We will go with massive numbers. We will beat some powerful countries. Some of them have thrown in the towel and asked for their quotas to be reduced. “We must a

 A young girl raised nearly $10,000 to buy her mother's headstone. 7-year-old Emouree Johnson's mother sadly passed away unexpectedly in March. When the family was having difficulties paying for all the funerary expenses, Emouree decided to do something to help. She came up with the idea of having a lemonade stand in an attempt to raise enough money to buy her mother's tombstone. After school Friday, Emouree set up the stand and opened for business and her community would not let her down. As word spread on social media of this selfless little girl, people began to flock to the stand. On many occasions her customers paid $100 for a glass of lemonade in an amazing display of generosity.  At the end of the day Emouree had raised nearly $10,000 for her mother's tombstone. However once local monument companies became aware of Emouree's dedication to her mother they came forward to donate a tombstone.  Now this money can be used for the countless other expenses that aris

 STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE   PRESIDENT TINUBU APPOINTS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER OF THE NIGERIAN CONSUMER CREDIT CORPORATION (CREDICORP)   In keeping with his dedicated efforts to ensure financial inclusion and economic prosperity for the majority of Nigerians, President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Engineer Uzoma Nwagba as the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation (CREDICORP).   Engineer Nwagba, 36, holds a Master’s of Business Administration from the Harvard Business School and a first-class Bachelor’s of Engineering from Howard University, Washington DC.   Prior to his appointment, Engineer Nwagba served as Chief Operating Officer of the Bank of Industry, in charge of driving micro-credit and other financial interventions at the institution.   He had also served as Senior Investment Associate, specializing in financial services (banking, insurance, pensions) at the African Capital Alliance.    Engineer Nwagba was a Softwar

 French FM seeks 'balanced partnerships' amid waning influence Stephane Sejourne began his first visit to Africa on Saturday in Kenya and will later head to Rwanda before making a final stop in Ivory Coast France will aim to renew ties with Africa and build "balanced partnerships" that are beneficial to the continent, the country's top diplomat Stephane Sejourne said Saturday. Relations have spiralled downwards between France and some former African colonies as the continent becomes a renewed diplomatic battleground, with Russian and Chinese influence growing. Appointed in January, Sejourne began his first visit to Africa on Saturday in Kenya and will later head to Rwanda before making a final stop in Ivory Coast. "France's vocation will be to renew and build balanced, mutually respectful partnerships with African countries, for the benefit of all countries," he said at a press briefing alongside his Kenyan counterpart Musalia Mudavadi

 NLC: Veteran Labour Leader Call For Removal Of Ajaero Assembly of veteran labour leaders and trade unionists have called for immediate removal of the president of Nigerian labour Congress, Joe Ajaero for his uncouth actions since assuming the leadership of the Congress. Addressing journalists after the assembly's  adhoc meeting, former vice president of NLC who is  the veteran labour leader, Comrade Isah Tijani accused Joe Ajaero of negligence of fundamentals of the office of NLC president which is overseeing affairs of workers as related with their condition of service with their employees as well as their welfare and instead have been getting involved in trivial issues and political matters. Comrade Tijani said NLC president Ajaero has abandoned Nigerian workers to their fate in the face of socioeconomic hardship in the country and pursuing self agendas. The assembly of veteran labour leaders also condemned activities going on at the labour party where the estranged national cha

 Nigerians keep freezers on for days due to low electricity tariff, says Adelabu Adebayo Adelabu, minister of power, has criticised Nigerians who keep their freezers and air conditioners on when they are not home. Adelabu, while addressing journalists in Abuja on Thursday, said Nigerians lack the culture of power consumption management due to its affordability. “The bitter truth we all need to tell ourselves as Nigerians. A few people are just privileged to sit on the high table. We’re on the same level, we must be able to tell the truth to ourselves,” he said. “We don’t have the culture of consumption management in this country in terms of power, just of the cheapness of the tariff we pay for power. “A lot of people will come back from work, they want to have dinner, or they want to see their colleagues down the road, they switch on the AC for the room to be cooling before they come back. “Some people will be going to work in the morning, a freezer that you left on for days, they will

 Dismissed Nigerian Navy personnel, Muhammed Tunde (dismissed since 2000), making people believe he’s a serving military personnel, charges N20,000 to bring his boys and beat up anybody for you.  He was apprehended while he and his boys were beating a hotel staff, a job contracted to him by one of the hotel customers who was asked to stop smoking in a ‘no smoking’ area of the hotel.  Prosecution follows!

 Kyari Idris aged 20 and Abubakar Salisu aged 18 were found with a toy pistol under the seat of their motorcycle by police officers on stop-and-search duty by Agege Railway Police Station. The duo then resisted arrest, prompting the officers to call for backup. Investigation is ongoing. One more photo below. 

 TROOPS AMBUSH TERRORISTS ON TRANSIT TO FIX MOTORBIKES IN KADUNA, NEUTRALIZE 3,RECOVER ARMS In a recent successful Counter terrorism operation, Nigerian Army troops have neutralized a group of terrorists in an ambush operation in Kaduna State. Acting on credible intelligence, the troops targeted the terrorist  group, known for using motorbikes to carry out nefarious activities in the region. During the operation on Friday, 4 April 2024, around  Kidandan Village, Giwa Local Government of Kaduna State, the troops engaged the terrorists in a gun battle, neutralizing 3 of them. The terrorist group was on transit to repair their motorbikes, which they used as mobility when unleashing their acts of terror on the populace in Kaduna State and across the Northwest region. The operation also led to the recovery of one Ak 47 Rifle, one stock Ak 47 Rifle, 4 motorbikes, and one Motorola Radio.  The Nigerian Army remains committed to the ongoing Counter terrorism Counter insurgency Operations to ens

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 Nasarawa: Police gun down suspected armed robber, arrest one, recover items in Mararaba The Nasarawa State Police Command says its operatives have neutralized a suspected armed robber, one Ifienyichukwu Ilegalu, in the Mararaba area of Karu Local Government during a robbery operation. The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Ramhan Nansel, said in a statement on Saturday that one Edache Joseph, who was among the robbery gang, was also arrested. The PPRO explained that the arrest followed a recent move by the state Commissioner of Police, CP Umar Shehu Nadada, to rejig the community policing template of the Maraba area where several incidences of robbery cases were recently recorded. He said that the command received information on April 5 that a gang of 8 armed robbers were attacking some residents of Aso pada, Mararaba area. According to the statement, upon receipt of the information, police operatives in collaboration with vigilantes and some brave members of the community went afte

 Electricity tariff hike `ll stifle businesses — Abuja chamber of commerce The Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI), has expressed concern over the recent increase in electricity tariffs, saying it could negatively impact on the ease of doing business in Nigeria. The President of ACCI, Mr Emeka Obegolu, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja on Saturday that the hike would significantly impact businesses across various sectors of the economy. Obegolu acknowledged the various challenges already faced by entrepreneurs and investors in the country. He expressed worry that the Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), which are crucial to the country’s economy, would be greatly affected by the hike in tariff. “The ease of doing business is a critical factor for fostering economic growth, attracting investments, and creating job opportunities. “Regrettably, the increase in electricity tariffs can hinder these efforts by imposing additional financial burdens on businesses, especi

 ATBU students narrowly escape death in motor accident Students of the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, ATBU, in Bauchi State narrowly escaped death yesterday after the vehicle conveying them was involved in a ghastly accident. The news was posted on Voice of Balewites, the students’ Facebook group. According to the post, the students were en route to Abuja two days after completing their exams when the accident occurred. ”A bus carrying ATBU students and other passengers encountered a dreadful accident along the Abuja route due to brake failure. Thankfully, all passengers, including the students, emerged unharmed. We owe it all to the grace of God,” the post read. However, details of the number of students involved in the accident are still sketchy as of the time of writing this report.

 Philip Shaibu: Obono-Obla calls for abolishment of Office of Deputy Governor Former presidential aide, Okoi Obono-Obla has called for the abolishment of Office of Deputy Governor in Nigeria. He suggested that, to reduce the cost of governance, the Speaker of State Houses of Assembly should succeed, or stand in for governors, in the event of death or resignation or removal from office. Obono-Obla spoke while reacting to the travails of Deputy Governor of Edo State, Philip Shuiabu, who is facing impeachment. “I feel sorry for the Deputy Governor of Edo State, Honourable Philip Shuiabu. “I think the position of Deputy Governor should be abolished by the Constitution. The Speaker of the State House of Assembly should succeed any State Governor. “This would require a constitutional amendment or alteration abolishing the position of Deputy Governor.” He explained that since the advent of democratic civil rule in the country, deputy governors have been at the receiving end of the actions of

  The Osi Balogun of Ibadanland, Oba Lateef Adebimpe, on Friday, announced that all was set for the coronation of the Olubadan-designate, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, as the new Olubadan of Ibadanland. Oba Adebimpe made this announcement while speaking with newsmen shortly after members of the Olubadan-In-Council visited the next Olubadan at his private residence at No 1, Cassia Street, Alalubosa Government Reserved Area in the Ibadan South West Local Government Area of Oyo State. Oba Olakulehin, on Friday, made his first public appearance since the death of the late 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun, who reigned for two years and died at the age of 81. Also at the meeting were the Osi Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Eddy Oyewole; the Ashipa Olubadan, Oba Abiodun Kola-Daisi: and Asipa Balogun, Oba Kola Adegbola. Oba Adebimpe said Oba Olakulehin is hale and hearty, adding that, “It is impossible for the Olubadan-In-Council to nominate Olakulehin as the Olubadan unless we are sure th

 EFCC to arraign Emefiele in Lagos court Monday The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) will on Monday arraign the embattled former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele, before Justice Rahman Oshodi of the Special Offences Court, for alleged abuse of office. Emefiele will be arraigned alongside one Henry Omoile before Oshodi on a 26-count bordering on abuse of office, accepting gratification, accepting gifts through agents, corruption, and fraudulent property receipt. The former CBN governor was also alleged of conferring corrupt advantage on his associates contrary to the Corrupt Practices Act of 2000. The charge sheet, marked ID/23787c/2024, was dated April 3 and was filed by Mr Rotimi Oyedepo (SAN). One of the counts stated that Emefiele allegedly committed abuse of office between 2022 and 2023, in Lagos, an offence punishable under Section 73 of the Criminal Law of Lagos State, 2011. Another count alleged that Emefiele directed to be done in abuse of

 Police arrest fake soldier, gunrunner, 42 others in Plateau The Plateau State Police Command on Friday paraded a fake soldier and 43 other suspects for crimes ranging from kidnapping, defilement of a minor, culpable homicide, armed robbery, cultism and gun running, among others. The Commissioner of Police in the State, Hassan Yabanet, paraded the suspects while briefing journalists at the Command’s headquarters in Jos. He said, “On 4th of March, 2024, at about 02:30pm, one Shedrack Sabo of ATM quarters, Bukuru, reported at the SWAT Unit that on 16th February, 2024, at about 04:30pm, one Lucky Okoh, male, showed him a military identity card and introduced himself as a captain in the military. “He further convinced him to pay the sum of N110, 000 to secure him a job. “The suspect, one Lucky Okoh, male, of Guratopp, was arrested by SWAT operatives on 4th March, 2024, at about 03:00pm. “After a thorough search was conducted on his house, one military identity card, three Nigerian army rec

 N2.9tr electricity subsidy unsustainable, says FG The Federal Government on Friday insisted that the payment of N2.9trillion for electricity subsidy in 2024 is no longer sustainable. The Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu stated this while giving explanations on the April 2024 Supplementary Multi-Year Tariff Order (MYTO) that the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) released on Wednesday .  He spoke at the 4th serie of the Ministerial Press Briefing in Abuja. Adelabu noted that it will be insensitive to compel the government to keep paying the unsustainable subsidy. His words: “So, it will be very insensitive on our part to compel government to continue to subsidize at that rate of almost N3trillion for the power sector alone. We just have to be realistic and considerate.” According to him, the fund is about 67% of the cost of power production in the country. He also noted that the cost is about 10% of the national budget that could be channelled towards development

 Tinubu will commission Abuja Rail Mass Transit in May, Wike assures President Bola Tinubu will be happy to commission the Abuja Rail Mass Transit project in May.  Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, said this on Friday after an inspection tour from the Metro Station in Central Area to the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja. The Minister disclosed the Rail Mass Transit (ART) project is 97 per cent completed. The Minister described the development as a “dream comes true”. He said the project would be ready for inauguration to celebrate Tinubu’s one year in office. Wike said Tinubu had approved the schedule for the inauguration of projects in FCT. The Minister said: “We are very happy. We are almost 97 per cent completed. All works are ongoing to make sure that the May delivery date is a reality. “I believe this is one of the projects Mr President would like to inaugurate, because it is very key to the development of the economy.  “For me, it is a dream

 You can't claim to come from poor background at 30 - Tonto Dikeh advises Actress and media personality Tonto Dikeh has taken to her Instagram page to offer thought-provoking reflections on individuals aged 30 and above. In her post, she shared that the moment a person gets to 30 years of age, they can no longer freely state that they are from a poor background. Tonto revealed that someone saying that they are from a poor background officially ends once a person clocks 30. Tonto went on to reinforce the fact that once you get to 30, you are now the poor background. She said this while sharing adorable pictures of herself in beautiful green lace material.

 Why I choose independency – Dayo Amusa Actress Dayo Amusa has shared her accountability coping mechanism on Instagram, pairing it with her independent lifestyle.  The movie star, whose personal life is away from social media, said she is independent because she takes responsibility for her life and refuses to play the blame game on anyone or make others her scapegoat for her failures. She added that she doesn’t allow the culture or religion to define her. According to her, just because she is a woman doesn’t mean she is less than a man and her skin color doesn’t make her any less beautiful. Dayo made it known that she is empowered to choose her companions, beliefs, system, and standards based on what she feels is right for her. She noted how she can stand on her own if need be, but she doesn’t boast about it or make others feel small just because they can’t be independent. Dayo, however, made it known that her being independent doesn’t mean she doesn’t need love, nor does she like goi

 Ex-naira mutilator Simi Gold consoles Bobrisky amid EFCC trial Nollywood actress Oluwadarasimi Omoseyin, aka Simi Gold, who was convicted of naira mutilation last year, has shown solidarity with her friend, Bobrisky, who is currently facing similar charges. The actress was arrested in February 2023 after a video of her spraying and stepping on naira notes made the rounds online. Following the verdict of the Federal High Court in Lagos on Friday, which found Bobrisky guilty of naira abuse, Simi Gold sympathised with her friend. In a post on her Instagram page, she sent words of comfort, saying that Bobrisky would come out of the situation stronger. She wrote: “Bobrisky, nothing do you, my friend. You are coming out of this with your head up.” Sharing a picture of herself and Bobrisky, she added: “Sending you loads of love, my sweetheart Bobrisky.”

 We will go and report ourselves” – Paulo Okoye says as he makes a passionate appeal to EFCC over Bobrisky Talent manager and lover of actress Iyabo Ojo, Paulo Okoye has made a passionate appeal to EFCC over Bobrisky It is no longer news that the embattled crossdresser was arrested at Pinnock Estate, in Lagos State on April 3, 2024, at 3 pm, over alleged currency mutilation and abuse of the Naira. During his court hearing on Friday where he pleaded guilty to Naira abuse, he pleaded with the court and judge to give him another chance. He promised that he would make good use of his platform to inform and educate his followers about spraying money as he begged the judge to tamper justice with Mercy. Unfortunately, the judge didn’t excuse his bad behavior and reserved his case till April 9th. Taking to his Instagram page, Paulo Okoye noted how if Bobrisky is guilty of naira abuse, then it means he and over 2 million Nigerians are also guilty and would need to report themselves at a police

 Lagos Govt Reportedly Gives Landmark CEO, Paul Onwuanibe 7 Days To Evacuate The Multi-billion Dollar Beach Resort Paul Onwuanibe, CEO of Landmark Beach Resorts, has appealed to the Lagos State Government (LASG) to consider rerouting only 1.5km of the 700km coastal highway currently under construction to avoid the destruction of the $200 million Landmark Resort. The Landmark ecosystem accomodates over 80 businesses and annually hosts approximately 3 million visitors, including tourists and members of the diaspora. Employing directly 4000 Nigerians and indirectly supporting 12,000 jobs, Landmark is a significant contributor to the local economy. Onwuanibe revealed that he acquired the land in 2007, predating the plans for the coastal highway. However, he has been reportedly given a mere 7 days to evacuate the multi-billion dollar beach resort. More photos below. 

 Mother and daughter who traveled the country giving illegal butt injections arrested in undercover sting in Texas. 56-year-old Consuelo Dal Bo and 18-year-old daughter Isabella Dal Bo, are facing charges of unlawfully practicing medicine as well as a drug charge for Consuelo. The sting occurred at a short term, rental near Telge, Texas and was executed by Homeland Security, FDA agents and officers with HPD Major Offenders Division. The sting was the result of a months long investigation into the two women who they allege traveled the country giving injections illegally at $6,000 a shot. Police say the women drove straight to the sting from the airport after returning from California where they had been administering injections. Officers seized bags of illegal injectable and medical supplies. There is no report on the Del Bo's first court appearance at this time. More photos below. 

 IGP APPROVES POSTING OF DEPUTY FORCE PRO, PPROs The Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, has approved the posting of Police Public Relations Officers (PPROs) to various Commands and Formations, as well as the Deputy Force Public Relations Officer at the Force Headquarters, Abuja, to strengthen community engagement and strategic communication. The newly posted officers have been tasked to be professional in their dealings and foster unalloyed relationship with members of the Public. The newly posted officers and their respective portfolios include CSP Isuku Victor Edailokun as Deputy Force Public Relations Officer, Force Headquarters Abuja; DSP Ukandu Joshua to PPRO Ebonyi; ASP Buhari Abdullahi to PPRO Gombe; ASP John Timfon to PPRO Akwa-Ibom; and ASP Hundeyin Isaac Sewanu to PPRO Ports Authority Police (Western) Lagos. The Inspector General of Police hereby reiterates his commitment to standardizing and repositioning the Force in line with his vision s

 Staying with a cheating partner dangerous — Doris Ogala An actress, Doris Ogala, is of the opinion that staying with a cheating partner is both unhealthy and dangerous. In an interview with Saturday Beats, she said, “Being in a cheating relationship is unhealthy in the sense that a cheating partner can endanger one’s life by way of contracting sexually transmitted diseases. So, cheating is not really the problem, but cutting one’s life short because of a cheating partner is an issue. Most people don’t understand the trauma women go through when their partners cheat. I can’t speak for all women though, because there are some who prefer to cheat back. That way, both parties don’t know who is going to infect the other. “Speaking for myself, I cannot stand a cheating partner, irrespective of who the person is or what he has. I am a one-man, one-woman relationship type of person. One of my exes called one day and said my love could be choking, and that’s because when I love, I would give e

 Finding true love as actress hard — Laide Bakare Actress, Laide Bakare, tells FAITH AJAYI about her sojourn in the entertainment industry What is informed your decision to go into acting even though you studied History in school? I actually studied Theatre Arts at the University of Ibadan before pursuing studies in History and Strategic Studies at the University of Lagos. Upon graduation, I observed the mandatory National Youth Service Corps scheme in Yobe State, though I later redeployed to Lagos State, where I successfully concluded the service year. That diverse educational background enriched my perspective and skills. Why did you decide to become an actress? I was inspired by broadcasters, as well as the deep love I had for journalism. I initially aspired to study Mass Communication; but fate steered me towards Theatre Arts. The twist, though unexpected, turned out to be serendipitous. Studying Theatre Arts not only broadened my perspective on storytelling and communication, it a

 Electricity tariff hike: More knocks for FG • MAN, opposition lawmakers, Southern, M’Belt groups say action insensitive  ν We’re consulting, will take action soon – NLC The Federal Government has come under severe criticisms over the 300 per cent hike in electricity tariff for consumers within the Band A Line of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC). A cross section of Nigerians who are currently facing excruciating economic pains, view the decision as insensitive on the part of the government, coming at a time when Nigerians are already grappling with rising cost of living. The minority caucus of the House of Representatives in a statement by the minority leader, Kingsley Chinda, on Friday, described the hike as insensitive. The opposition lawmakers said the hike in electricity tariff is akin to placing an unbearable burden on citizens, already struggling with the harsh economic situation in the country. The caucus recalled: “In the United Kingdom, for example, where