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 Potential long-term health risks of tattoos -- Possible association between tattoos and lymphoma revealed. A new study by researchers at Lund University has shown that an association exists between tattoos and lymphoma, making the former a risk factor for the lymphatic cancer. Their findings were published in the journal, eClinicalMedicine. Using population registries, the investigators analyzed results from 11,905 people in total, of whom 2,938 subjects had been diagnosed with lymphoma, when aged between 20 and 60 years old. These people were then matched with a control group of the same sex and age, but without that malignant diagnosis. Subjects with and without tattoos were identified by questionnaires. From that lymphoma group, 289 (%) had been tattooed, while 18% (735) of the control group, without lymphoma, had tattoos. After adjustment for other factors, like sex and age, they found that the risk of lymphoma was 21% greater among the tattooed subjects. While the initial hy...

 International Breweries announces increase in products prices  International Breweries announces products price hike International Breweries Plc said it has increased prices of its various product offerings in Nigeria. The brewer said in a statement that reviewing prices in its portfolio has become necessary due to current market realities, and was done to serve its customers better.  The new price review affects products such as Eagle Lager, Eagle Extra Stout, Trophy Stout, Beta Malt, and Grand Malt.  Head of Sales of the company, Olaleye Abimbola, disclosed that it is confident that the decision to review the prices benefits all its partners.  Abimbola however called on the company’s partners to honour the old pricing strategy it had in the previous months until the new changes were announced and implemented.  This is the second time the company will increase the prices of its products in one year. International Breweries disclosed a forex-related loss o...

 Merger: Obi Meeting With Kwankwaso, Others Ahead Of 2027 –Dr Yusuf Tanko Dr Yusuf Tanko, the former spokesperson of Peter Obi Presidential campaign in the 2023 elections, has said that former Anambra governor has been meeting with political gladiators in the country, including the presidential candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso. Tanko stated this during an interview on Channels TV’s Politics Today. He said that Nigerians needed a merger in 2027 that would take them out of the woods. Tanko said, “Obi has been meeting with owners of industries, technocrats, students and political gladiators. “There are quiet a number of them that have been reached out to, for example Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso who is a good political gladiator. We had met with him. “We had meetings with different individuals and political parties like SDP and ADC. Most of the political parties will be reached out to. They are already having meetings among themselves. “You need to have...

 UPDATE ON THE CLOSURE OF BANEX PLAZA, ABUJA The Nigerian Army wishes to provide latest update on the recent unfortunate event involving an unprovoked attack by unidentified hoodlums on Nigerian Army personnel at Banex Plaza, Wuse, Abuja, which occurred on Saturday 18 May 2024, leading to the closure of the Plaza on Sunday 19 May 2024.  In response to this incident, a high-level meeting was convened in the Office of the National Security Adviser including  the Principal General Staff Officer to the NSA, Commissioner of Police FCT, the FCT Director of the Department of State Services, the Leadership and Management of Banex Plaza, a Representative from the Directorate of Abuja Environmental Protection Board, and the National Chairman of the Mobile Phone Traders Association. The primary objective of this meeting was to identify and apprehend the perpetrators and ensure the continued security of the Federal Capital Territory. The following resolutions were agreed upon: a. Imm...

 EFCC Arrests Two for Currency Racketeering in Enugu   Operatives of the Enugu Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC have arrested the duo of Nweke Daniel Kelechi and Iroude Chibuzor in connection with alleged currency racketeering of N850, 000. 00 (Eight Hundred and Fifty Thousand Naira).   They were arrested by members of the Special Task Force of the Commission attached to the Enugu Zonal Command of the EFCC on Sunday, May 26, 2024 during a sting operation around United Bank for Africa (UBA), ESBS, Enugu State, following days of surveillance and actionable intelligence.   During the sting operation, Chibuzor was initially arrested. Upon investigation, it was discovered that he was working for Kelechi, who authorised him to sell new Naira notes.   The suspects would be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.   

  CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF ABAKALIKI Office of the Discesan Chancellor 27-05-2024 WEDDING OF PURPORTED REVEREND FATHER JUDE OBASI FROM AFIKPO: A DISCLAIMER The attention of the Catholic Diocese of Abakaliki has been drawn to a publication which has gone viral on the social media concerning a certain Rev. Fr. Jude Obasi who was said to be a native of Alikpo North LGA and who allegedly got married to her lover on Saturday, the 25 of May, 2024 at St Mary's Catholic Church Abakaliki. We hereby state with certitude: 1. That there is no one who goes by the name Jude Obasi among the priests of the Catholic Diocese of Abakaliki 2. That the face of the person in the picture does not resemble the face of any priest of the Catholic Diocese of Abakaliki; 3. That Afikpo North LGA has no indigenous priest, incardinated anywhere in the world, that goes by the name lude Obasi; 4. That there is no such place as St. Mary's Catholic Church Abakaliki in our Diocese: 5. That no event took place within t...

  IMO POLICE COMMAND PRESS RELEASE OF MONDAY, 27TH MAY, 2024. POLICE OFFICER SEEN IN VIRAL VIDEO EXTORTING MONEY FROM MOTORISTS IN OWERRI REDUCED IN RANK The Imo State Police Command is issuing this statement in response to a viral video making the rounds on social media where a Police officer was seen extorting money from motorists along Owerri-Onitsha express road.  The erring officer, identified as Inspector Isong Osudueh, attached to the Counter Terrorism Unit (CTU), Owerri, has been recommended for a reduction in rank after the necessary orderly room proceedings, for exhibiting such a shameful and unprofessional act, while the supervisory officer has been issued an official query for lack of supervision. The disciplinary actions taken against the erring officer underscore the Command’s unwavering commitment to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, transparency, and integrity among its personnel, while effectively discharging its lawful duties and entrenchi...

 STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE  CHILDREN'S DAY: PRESIDENT TINUBU CELEBRATES NIGERIAN CHILDREN, SAYS NO EFFORT WILL BE SPARED IN SECURING THE NATION'S FUTURE President Bola Tinubu celebrates Nigeria's children, the bearers of the nation's torch into the future, on the special occasion of Children’s Day. The President rejoices with parents, guardians, and families across the nation, and calls for a reinforcement of the family unit as a place where the sacred values of honesty, modesty, hard work and charity are passed down to the shining lights of tomorrow. President Tinubu affirms that society is a reflection of each family unit as a collective, urging the preservation of those principles that make us a wholesome, nurturing, and thriving nation.  The President states that his administration is sparing no effort in ensuring that Nigeria's children have a solid footing for the realization of their dreams. With increased investments in education, and the recent overhauling ...

 Papua New Guinea says landslide buries over 2,000 people alive A Papua New Guinea government official has told the United Nations more than 2,000 people were believed to have been buried alive by Friday's landslide and has formally asked for international help. The government figure is roughly triple the U.N. estimate of 670 killed by the landslide in the South Pacific island nation's mountainous interior. The remains of only six people had been recovered so far. In a letter seen by The Associated Press to the United Nations resident coordinator dated Sunday, the acting director of the South Pacific island nation’s National Disaster Center Luseta Laso Mana said the landslide "buried more than 2000 people alive" and caused "major destruction" at Yambali village in the Enga province. Estimates of the casualties have varied widely since the disaster occurred, and it was not immediately clear how officials arrived the number of people affected. The Internationa...

  Egyptian service members and Israeli Defense Forces exchanged gunfire Monday at the Rafah border crossing along the Gaza Strip, the Times of Israel is reporting. Other Israeli media outlets are reporting that an Egyptian soldier was killed Monday during the incident.  The Israel Defense Forces said "a shooting incident occurred on the Egyptian border" and that the "incident is under review and discussions are being held with the Egyptians."  The gunfight comes just hours after an Israeli airstrike on a Hamas compound in Rafah killed two top Hamas officials as well as dozens of civilians.   While the exact number of killed remains unclear at this time, the IDF confirmed that it struck a Hamas compound in which "significant Hamas terrorists were operating."  The IDF said it carried out the strike "against legitimate targets under international law."  IDF sources told Fox News Digital the strike eliminated Yassin Rabia, the commander of Hamas’ lea...

 Mike Tyson suffers medical scare on flight ahead of fight with Jake Paul: reports Boxing legend Mike Tyson had a medical scare, becoming nauseous and dizzy on a flight from Miami to Los Angeles on Sunday, his representatives told the New York Post.  However, his team says he is "doing great" after the incident that occurred just before landing.  "He became nauseous and dizzy due to an ulcer flare up 30 minutes before landing," his representatives said in an email to The Post. "He is appreciative to the medical staff that were there to help him." The email to The Post added an "air conditioning issue."  In Touch Weekly was first to report Tyson’s scare, which they categorized as a "medical emergency." "Mike had some kind of medical emergency on the plane and paramedics boarded," a source told In Touch Weekly. "Before the paramedics arrived, the flight issued an announcement asking for a doctor – the message even came on e...

 Bill and Hillary Clinton to host exclusive Biden dinner fundraiser Former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton will host an exclusive fundraising dinner for President Biden in Virginia next month. The June 18 event is being hosted by former Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe, and will come just days after another fundraiser in Los Angeles that will feature President Barack Obama in addition to Biden and Clinton. That event is being hosted by actor George Clooney. The multi-president fundraising strategy has proven successful in the past, with Biden outraising former President Trump in the 2024 cycle, according to Open Secrets. A similar program in New York raked in $26 million in a single night in New York. Biden is facing pressure to maintain that lead, however, as Trump's campaign received $76 million in donations in April, compared to the Biden campaign's $51 million. The fundraising totals were a switch from March, when Biden and the DNC brought ...

 YOUNG GUYS OF NOWADAYS LACK RESPECT BECAUSE OF MONEY IN THEIR POSSESSION- DELTA GOVERNOR'S AIDE KNOCKS PAUL OKOYE FOR WEARING A CAP WHILE AN ELDERLY MAN PRAYED AT HIS WEDDING INTRODUCTION An aide to the governor of Delta state, Ossai Ovie Success, has knocked singer Paul Okoye, for wearing a cap while being prayed for at his wedding introduction which held in Abia state a few days ago. Earlier today, Paul shared the photos from his introduction to his woman, Ifeoma's family. In one of the photos, Paul was wearing his red cap while being prayed for. In a post shared on his Facebook page, Ossai said this smacks of disrespect to the elderly man that was praying for him. Ossai wrote ‘’This is a total disrespect for the elder praying . An elder is praying for Rudeboy of P Square during his traditional marriage days back and he is putting on cap. Out of respect for the elder and his prayer , he ought to have pull off his cap while receiving prayer . The man is not just an elder but ...

 EFCC Arraigns Two for Possession of Solid Minerals without Licence The Ilorin Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 arraigned two persons for offences bordering on possession of solid minerals without lawful authority. They are Nura Lawal and Tunde Jimoh.  The defendants were arraigned on one-count charge before Justice Uche Agomoh of the Federal High Court sitting in Ibadan, Oyo State. While Lawal was the driver of a truck allegedly conveying about 30 tons of assorted solid minerals, Jimoh was the escort of the truck. Their journey to the dock started when the Ilorin Command of the EFCC received intelligence about the activities of some people who were engaged in mining of solid minerals within Kwara and transporting same outside for commercial purposes without lawful authority. The Commission swung into action and eventually arrested the two defendants on February 4, 2024 in Ogbomosho area of Oyo State.   The cha...

 EFCC Arrests 26 Suspected Internet Fraudsters in Abuja Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC,  Abuja Zonal Command on Wednesday,  May 23, 2024 arrested 26 suspected internet fraudsters. They were arrested at New Nyanya,  Nasarawa State following actionable intelligence about their suspected involvement in fraudulent internet activities. Items seized from the suspects include over 30 phones and 3 laptops. They will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.  More photos below. 

 Ace Nollywood filmmaker Reginald Ebere is dead Renowned Nollywood director and screenwriter Reginald Ebere is dead. The award-winning filmmaker died on Sunday. The National Secretary of the Directors Guild of Nigeria (DGN), Perekeme Odon, confirmed his death. The industry is deeply mourning this loss. “We are deeply saddened to share the news of the passing of our dear brother and colleague, Mr Reginald Ebere,” Mr Odon said in his announcement. The publicity-shy filmmaker, famous for writing the screenplay for the 1999 Nollywood blockbuster Issakaba, was bedridden and off the radar for six years due to health challenges. In 2018, he slumped on a movie set in Enugu and suffered a stroke twice. Not much was heard about him until January when actor Sam Dede solicited financial support to assist with the filmmaker’s medical bills and upkeep. The actor said, “Reginald Ebere wrote the very first script of Issakaba, and incidentally, I changed the name of the lead character to Ebube. Tod...

 Why states may not allow local govt autonomy, by chairman conference of speakers The chairman of the Conference of Speakers of State Houses of Assembly in Nigeria, Adebo Ogundoyin said on Monday, May 27, that the various states of the federation may not allow local government to have administrative and financial autonomy because of the fear that the federal government may use the local government against them.  Ogundoyin, who spoke at a national discourse on Nigeria’s security challenges and good governance at the local government levels organised by the House of Representatives said granting financial autonomy to the level government will engender massive corruption at the local level.  He argued that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission and other anti graft agencies will not have the required manpower and financial resources to investigate corruption at the local level.  He said: “I will like us to consider 2 different scenarios for the purpose of this dis...

 Hoodlums attack police station in Lagos More than 100 hoodlums on Monday morning attacked the Ipaja Police Station in Lagos. The Nation reports that the attack led to exchange of gunshots during which some of the hoodlums were killed. According to the report, residents said the attack created panic in the neighbourhood. The report also said reinforcements of the police operatives had been deployed to the area. PRESS RELEASE: POLICE REPEL ATTACK ON STATION, ARREST ATTACKERS  ⁃ impound over two hundred motorcycles  Officers of Ipaja Police Division have successfully repelled an early morning attack on their division by motorcycle operators.  The attack came after police officers commenced the day’s enforcement of the existing ban on motorcycles in Lagos State. The attackers, who came in their hundreds, stormed the station with dangerous weapons, shooting at the officers and attempting to overrun the station.  While officers and men of the division held their grou...

 Why I left Nigeria for US – Pastor Sam Adeyemi The Founder and Senior Pastor of Daystar Christian Centre, Sam Adeyemi, has explained why he moved to the United States. He revealed this during a virtual interview with Seun Okinbaloye on his podcast ‘Mic On’ podcast where they discussed the role of the younger generation in Nigeria as well as leadership beyond governance politics. Adeyemi disclosed that the move was instigated by COVID-19, ENDSARS protests and the unsettling visions he had about Nigeria. He said: “When COVID-19 started, all our children were in the US, so everyone stayed with their families. We stayed with our children. The week services resumed was when EndSARS started, so we were preparing to return to Nigeria. “When the ENDSARS protests ended in violence, we stayed back a bit. When we were ready to return to Nigeria, a different experience altogether happened. “My wife had a dream in which she travelled to Nigeria and returned to the US, which was a bad dream. I ...

 Three burnt to death in Lagos auto crash Three persons were burnt to death in a road accident that occurred on Sunday at Mandilas Bus Stop, Iyana Isolo, Lagos. Ths Lagos State Emergency Agency through its Permanent Secretary, Dr Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu provided an update about the incident. He said: ” Upon arrival at the scene at 11:38 pm, an accident involving a Mercury Benz SUV with an unknown registration number and a truck conveying a 40 foot container was encountered. “A preliminary investigation carried out upon arrival at the scene revealed that the SUV collided into the truck due to over speeding. The impact of this collision resulted in a fire outbreak from the car engine. “Unfortunately three adult male inside the car were all severely burnt and died due to the impact of the collision. “Responders at the scene of the incident include the Agency’s response team, LRU Fire unit, Lagos State Fire Service, SEHMU LASTMA, Nigeria Police and LASAMBUS. “Recovery of the accidented...

 Actor Johnny Wactor shot dead in Los Angeles A long-time veteran of the TV soap, General Hospital, Johnny Wactor, has been shot dead in Los Angeles. Wactor was killed on Saturday in a robbery that turned horribly wrong. He died at age 37. The actor reportedly mistook masked thieves stealing his car for tow truck drivers and intervened before they opened fire, Dailymail reports. Wactor was said to be leaving his side job at a rooftop bar with a female colleague at around 3:25 am Saturday in the area of West Pico Boulevard and South Hope Street, when he saw the three men, believing he was being towed. The Los Angeles police department said that one of the three men, all of whom were wearing masks, shot Wactor before fleeing in a separate vehicle. Paramedics got to the scene shortly after and took him to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The masked suspects remain at large and have yet to be identified or described.

 Court dismisses Shaibu’s request to void Ighodalo’s candidacy A Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a lawsuit brought by the impeached deputy Governor of Edo State, Phillips Shaibu, seeking to nullify the February 22, governorship primary of the Peoples Democratic Party in the state. Asue Ighodalo was declared the winner of the party’s governorship primary election, which took place in Benin City. In his judgment, Justice James Omotosho on Monday stated that Shaibu did not have the legal standing to challenge the outcome of the primary because he did not fully participate in it and was not present at the venue on the day it took place. Omotosho further ruled that Shaibu’s lawsuit was premature as he failed to exhaust the internal dispute resolution mechanism within the PDP before resorting to court. The judge emphasised that as a member of the party, Shaibu was obligated to follow its rules and regulations, which stipulate that an aggrieved aspirant must approach the party’s...

 Aba Market under fire for copying Zlatan Ibile's clothing brand Twitter influencer and doctor, Dr. Penking, has criticized the Aba market for replicating singer Zlatan Ibile’s clothing brand. On May 19, 2024, Zlatan announced the launch of his clothing brand and the opening of his store, ZTTW Shop. However, less than 24 hours after the launch, Aba market began producing replicas of his clothing brand, which are quickly spreading online. Dr. Penking expressed his disappointment, pointing out that Zlatan had invested over N237 billion in the brand. He questioned how the singer would recover his investment with counterfeit products flooding the market. “Zlatan spent 237 billion Naira to open this ZTTW store, only for Aba to start counterfeiting his style in less than 24 hours. No pity at all. How will he recoup all that money?”

 Harrysong’s estranged wife denies alleged infidelity, accuses singer of ‘bedwetting’ Harrysong’s estranged wife, Alexer Peres, has responded to accusations she cheated on him.  The singer said she was unfaithful in their marriage after, stating she got pregnant for another man while still married to him.  He said he regretted marrying into her family, alleging the mother, who has been married to seven men, still cheats. Reacting, Peres debunked Harrysong’s claims, saying her mother only remarried once after the death of her father. She also challenged the singer to come forward with evidence that she cheated on him. She went on to claim that it is Harrysong’s mum who has six children out of wedlock for six different men. Peres further claimed that Harrysong was a product of incest and he bedwets. On her Instagram account, she wrote: “Do you all know that Harrysong bed wets? Yes celebrity wey Dey piss for body. “Oh so sorry to break it to u all. I also get to deal with th...

 Toyin Abraham worried about children, sends advice to parents Filmmaker Toyin Abraham has expressed worries over the rate of growing children and the level of training inculcated into them. The actress, who described her mood as unhappy, admonished parents on the need to raise children with kid gloves because times have changed.  Despite wishing all children a wonderful day, Abraham cited examples of youths who bash their elders on social media under the guise of being “woke” and the jungle justice which took place in Ajayi Crowther university where a student was accused of theft. She added that children should be raised with values and be taught respect as lack of home training is currently the order of the day in many settings today. She wrote on Instagram: “I am not happy on this children’s day “Happy Children’s Day to all children and to parents who were once children. As we celebrate this day, it is essential to acknowledge the need for better parenting. Recent online en...

 FG suspends Air Nigeria project indefinitely amidst identity concerns In a significant turn of events, the Federal Government has taken the decision to suspend the Air Nigeria Airline project indefinitely. This announcement came from the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace, Festus Keyamo, during a Ministerial briefing held to commemorate the first year of the Tinubu administration. Keyamo revealed that the decision to suspend the project stemmed from the realization that the airline was not truly a Nigerian entity, but rather an attempt to disguise a foreign airline as a national carrier. This revelation underscores the government’s perceived commitment to transparency and the protection of Nigeria’s aviation interests. The suspension of the Air Nigeria project marks a critical development in the nation’s aviation sector and reflects the government’s determination to prioritize the establishment of genuine and sustainable aviation solutions for the country.

 Tribunal upholds Gov Ododo’s victory The Kogi State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal, in its ruling on Monday, affirmed Usman Ododo as the duly elected Governor of Kogi State, dismissing the petition filed by Muritala Ajaka of the Social Democratic Party (SDP). Led by Justice Ado Birnin-Kudu, the three-member tribunal upheld the election of the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, stating that the SDP and its governorship candidate failed to substantiate their allegations against the respondents. Birnin-Kudu emphasized that the election was conducted in substantial compliance with the Electoral Act, reinforcing the legitimacy of Governor Ododo’s victory. Usman Ododo, representing the APC, emerged victorious in the Kogi governorship election held on November 11, 2023, according to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). He secured 446,237 votes, surpassing Muritala Ajaka of the SDP, who garnered 259,052 votes, and Dino Melaye of the Peoples Democratic Par...

 Court sets May 29 for trial of Miyetti Allah leader The trial of Bello Bodejo, the detained leader of Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore, has been scheduled for May 29 by Justice Inyang Ekwo of the Federal High Court in Abuja. This decision follows the dismissal of Bodejo’s bail application. During the last court session, the trial was set for ruling and commencement, but Bodejo’s absence impeded progress. After fixing the trial date, Bodejo’s counsel, Ahmed Raji, affirmed his client’s readiness for trial, expressing satisfaction with the court’s directive for an expedited process. He indicated no intention to appeal the bail ruling at this time. Bodejo, arrested by the Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA) for allegedly establishing an ethnic militia group, Kungiya Zaman Lafiya, faces charges under the Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022. His arraignment in March stemmed from accusations filed by the office of the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF). Despite denying all char...

 How Personal Assistant Beheaded Founder Of Nigerian Motorbike Company, Gokada To Conceal $400,000 Theft Haspil was initially caught by Saleh having learned of him stealing $90,000 initially but he decided not to press charges after seeing the man as his protégé. More information on how Tyrese Haspil, the personal assistant of Fahim Saleh killed his boss to conceal a theft of $400,000 from his girlfriend has surfaced. Saleh was a venture capitalist and the CEO of Nigeria-based motorbike startup Gokada. Haspil reportedly confessed to the police that he killed his boss because he did not want his French girlfriend, Marine Chaveuz, to find out about the theft and leave him. In his desperation to cover his crime, he decided to kill his employer. According to Daily Mail, Tyrese Haspil was arraigned before the Manhattan Supreme Court on murder charges for the July 13, 2020 killing of Fahim Saleh. It was stated the suspect stole the money years before he killed Saleh by beheading him. Sal...

 It’s official” – Eniola Badmus confirms her new appointment, pens heartfelt note to the speaker of House of Representatives Nollywood actress Eniola Badmus has penned an heartfelt note to the speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen.  reported early this month that Eniola Badmus has been appointed as the Special Assistant to the Speaker of The Federal Republic of Nigeria on Social Events and Public Hearing. Now confirming her appointment via her Instagram page, Eniola appreciated Abbas for the political appointment as she expressed how honored she is to be given such opportunity to serve under his leadership. She appreciated him for the confidence he placed on her. Eniola stated that the appointment is not only a significant milestone in her career but also a chance to contribute meaningfully to their shared goals and vision.

 Emirate tussle: Police uncover plot to set Kano Assembly ablaze Amid controversies that trailed the Kano Emirate tussle, security agencies in Kano State on Sunday night said it has uncovered plots to unleash terror and set the state ablaze. The Commissioner of Police, CP Usaini Gumel who was flanked by other heads of security agencies, DSS, NSCDC among others disclosed this while briefing newsmen said it uncovered plots to launch an attack on the Kano State House of Assembly and other prominent locations in the state. CP Gumel further said it will embark on a house-to-house search to fish out the miscreants plotting to cause unrest and destabilise the peace in the state. According to him, “We have uncovered credible intelligence about some group of people who are considered as enemies of the state and miscreants who are trying to unleash terror in the state by embarking on targeted attacks at locations, particularly the House of Assembly and some prominent locations within the sta...

 Binance executive, Gambaryan may die of malaria in Kuje Correctional Centre – Lawyer Aluko & Oyebode, the law firm handling the case of Binance Holdings Limited, says Mr Tigran Gambaryan, the cryptocurrency firm’s executive, standing trial alongside the company in Nigeria, may die in Kuje Correctional Centre. The law firm stated this in a letter addressed to the Deputy Chief Registrar of Federal High Court (FHC) and signed by a Partner, C.J. Caleb. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the letter, dated and filed on May 23, which was sighted on Sunday, was titled: “Re: Charge No: FHC/ABJ/CR/128/2024 – Application for the Provision of Medical Treatment to Mr. Tigran Gambrayan at Nizamiye Hospital.” Caleb said: “We continue to act as counsel to Mr. Tigran Gambaryan, the 2nd defendant in the captioned suit pending before the Honourable Justice E. Nwite sitting at Court 9 of the Federal High Court, Abuja.” He said Gambaryan, the Head of Financial Crimes Compliance of the c...

 ‘No Nigerian artist can match my talent’ – BBNaija Whitemoney Reality TV star and singer, Hazel Oyeze Onou, popularly known as Whitemoney, has boasted that no Nigerian artist can match his musical talent. According to him, most Nigerian artists lack lyrical depth. Speaking in a recent interview with fellow reality star, Doyin, Whitemoney said he no longer cares about criticisms. He said, “I am the first of my kind. I created my own kind of sound and I don’t look up to my colleagues. I am not the best but nobody is better than me. “No artist make music like my music. Their sounds are not intentional to me. So when you drag me thinking you are hurting me, you are doing me a favour. Don’t stop dragging me. Never give up. “I don’t like being stereotyped or being boxed. I could care less about big 3 or whatever. All I know is I am the big 1. No one can match my talent. What I am about to do to the industry now, dem go believe. I will not just be in the music industry as an artist, I wi...

 BANDITS KILL 11 IN KATSINA COMMUNITIES The Katsina State Police Command has confirmed the killing of 11 persons by bandits that invaded three villages in Bakori Local Government Area of the state. Spokesperson of the command, Abubakar Sadiq-Aliyu, who disclosed this in a statement issued in Katsina on Sunday, May 26, 2024, debunked a report claiming that 40 people were killed by the bandits.   “We are aware of a misleading report making the rounds, especially on Facebook, that bandits attacked three villages in Bakori and killed 40 people,” he explained. "The command wishes to categorically debunk this claim as misleading, and set the record straight. "On May 25, 2024, bandits launched an attack on Unguwar Lamido village in Bakori where they shot and killed 11 people.   "The Divisional Police Officer in Bakori, on receiving the information, quickly mobilised operatives and rushed to the scene where they successfully restored normalcy and prevented further losses.”  ...