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 ANAMBRA POLICE RESCUE A SUICIDER, RENDER MEDICAL ASSISTANCE AND KEPT IN SAFE CUSTODY FOR MONITORING On 23/8/2024 Anambra Police rescued a young man who attempted to take his own life. He was debriefed, rendered medical assistance and kept in safe custody for monitoring. The young man, who was later identified as Alozie John ‘m’ aged 27years from Isielu LGA Ebonyi State but lives in Umunnachi, Dunukofia LGA, WhatsApp message was intercepted when he engaged the Command on a chat that he drank a poisonous substance hoping for death because of indebtedness of One million, two hundred thousand Naira to his supplier of livestock products. He further confessed that he deals with selling live Chicken and after he took the harmful chemical did not feel otherwise. Meanwhile, his mother was contacted, and she is currently assisting the Police with evaluation, references and transfer to a better facility for proper and other necessary care of the boy  *SP Tochukwu Ikenga* Police Public R...

 HEARTLAND FC OF OWERRI INVOLVED IN GHASTLY MOTOR ACCIDENT Heartland FC vehicle has been involved in an accident on the way to Abakaliki for the Ifeanyi Ekwueme TICO/SELECT Pre Season Tournament. The accident happened at Umuna close to Okigwe still within Imo State. The vehicle in its attempt to dodge an uncoming vehicle collided with another carelessly parked vehicle from another accident. Though no death was recorded some players and officials sustained injuries and have been taken to the hospital. More photos below. 

 PRESS RELEASE  23:08:2024 The editors,                               CRIME BULLETIN  CRIME: Successful Operations Lead to the arrest of a gun runner and Recovery of Arms and ammunition to ensure Safety and Security in the State   ...as CP MM Auwal commits to maintaining a strong stance against criminal activities in the state. 1. On July 17, 2024, a successful operation was carried out at the Mai Ari Arewa axis, a notorious location for criminal activities. Acting on reliable intelligence, the command, in collaboration with quasi-security outfits, conducted an early morning raid. During the operation, a locally made revolver, a cut-to-size Dane gun, and three rounds of cartridges were discovered, abandoned under a hollow tree by suspected hoodlums. These ongoing efforts are crucial in eliminating unrepentant criminals who threaten the peace and security of the state. 2. Similarly, on Aug...

 A volcano in southwestern Iceland erupted Thursday evening for the sixth time since December, spewing red lava through a new fissure on the Reykjanes Peninsula. The eruption began shortly after 9 p.m. following a series of strong earthquakes and within the hour a 4-kilometer (2.4-mile) fissure cut through the Sundhnúkur crater. Iceland authorities say the eruption's effects remain localized with road closures but do not threaten the population The eruption began shortly after 9 p.m. following a series of strong earthquakes and within the hour a 4-kilometer (2.4-mile) fissure cut through the Sundhnúkur crater. Iceland authorities say the eruption's effects remain localized with road closures but do not threaten the population. Halldór Björnsson, head of weather and climate at the Norwegian Meteorological Agency, told the Icelandic news portal Vísir, that unlike previous eruptions, the lava flow is not heading for the town of Grindavik that was largely evacuated in December when...

 TERMINAL PROMOTION IS RESERVED FOR EXCEPTIONAL OFFICERS - CAS  The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, has stated that terminal promotions in the military are reserved for those whose contributions to the growth and development of the Services are truly exceptional. He stated this recently while decorating Air Vice Marshal Amos Bulus with his new rank. According to the CAS, decorating the senior officer goes beyond adding another stripe to his shoulder, as it also serves to recognize a career that has been marked by excellence and a commitment to progress. He then noted that, "this promotion is about acknowledging the countless hours of work, the challenges faced, and the unwavering dedication to the betterment of our Air Force." Air Marshal Abubakar then eulogized the senior officer by stating that he has demonstrated, through his pioneering initiatives, that he is more than deserving of this honour as his efforts have had a lasting impact on NAF opera...

  Modi Meets Zelensky in Kyiv Weeks After Moscow Talks with Putin Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Ukraine on Friday for talks with President Volodymyr Zelensky, just weeks after meeting Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow. The visit has drawn attention, especially since some Western capitals and Kyiv reacted strongly to Modi's earlier trip to Russia in July. Ukrainian President Zelensky was notably critical, expressing his disappointment by stating, "I was disappointed to see the leader of the world's largest democracy hug the world's most bloody criminal in Moscow." While some speculate that Modi's visit to Kyiv might be an attempt to placate Zelensky and other Western leaders, this isn't the whole story. India's foreign policy often involves balancing relationships between competing nations or blocs, a reflection of its longstanding non-alignment stance in global geopolitics. This approach has allowed India to navigate complex i...

 FG issues alert over rising level of River Niger The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) has issued a public warning regarding rising water levels in the River Niger as of August 22, 2024.  This cautionary alert is based on a report from the Niger Basin Authority in Niamey, Niger Republic, which highlighted significant impacts on the current water levels due to activities upstream in Niger and Mali. Umar Mohammed, the Director General of NIHSA, emphasized in a statement issued on Friday that floodwaters from these countries are expected to gradually flow into Nigeria through Kebbi State. He also mentioned that the operators of the Kainji and Jebba dams along the River Niger have been informed and are prepared to manage the situation. As of August 22, 2024, there has been no overflow of water from the reservoirs of these dams. NIHSA therefore, advised the states and communities along the River Niger system to stay alert, as floodwaters are anticipated to reach their p...

  DJ CUPPY DEDICATED HER LIFE TO CHRIST  DJ Cuppy, renowned disc jockey and daughter of Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola, has dedicated her life to Christ.  On August 23, 2024, she took to her social media pages to post captivating pictures of her baptism and express her newfound faith. In her post, DJ Cuppy revealed, "This summer, I made THE best decision of my life to fully dedicate my life to God. Baptism isn’t just a ceremony; it’s a transformation. I am a new creation, reborn in His grace. The way to live is actually to die." She was baptized at the Holy Trinity Brompton in London and shared that dedicating her life to God was the greatest decision she's ever made. More photos below. 

  Dapo Abiodun breaks the 21-year-old Jinx and flags off the construction of 70 km of Abeokuta-Ota-Lagos Road. Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has officially launched the construction of the 70-kilometre Abeokuta-Ifo-Ota-Lagos Motorway, with a commitment to complete it in 18 months. The road, essential for connecting Ogun and Lagos States and facilitating national trade, has faced delays since its initial award in 2003 due to persistent funding challenges. The project was recently approved by President Bola Tinubu, marking a significant breakthrough after years of stalled attempts. To ensure timely completion, five construction teams will work on different segments of the road. This approach aims to expedite progress and minimise disruption during the construction period. The road’s reconstruction is expected to greatly impact economic activities by improving access to industrial hubs in Ota and enhancing connectivity for local communities. Governor Abiodun emphasised tha...

 FG announces plan to relaunch school feeding programme The federal government is set to relaunch the Home-Grown School Feeding Programme, an initiative that provides meals to students to increase school attendance. Wale Edun, the Minister of Finance and the Coordinating Minister of the Economy, made this announcement during a meeting with the House of Representatives Committee on Alternative Education. The meeting, held on Thursday, August 22, focused on addressing the issue of out-of-school children in Nigeria, a challenge that has plagued the country for years. In a statement released by Mohammed Manga, Director of Information and Public Relations at the Ministry of Finance, the minister emphasised the government's commitment to ensuring that every Nigerian child has access to quality education. "The federal government is dedicated to tackling critical issues through innovative initiatives like the 'Home-Grown School Feeding Program' and the 'Secretariat for Fin...

 Texas school bars child with special needs from participating in football. Seventh grader, Kayden Walker, recently started his school year at Kleb Intermediate School. Kayden was pumped to be part of a team sport. Kayden's mother (Elizabeth) shared that he is very energetic and determined, he also passed a physical and was cleared medically for sports. What they were expecting was for Kayden to be able to practice with the team and be part of something he could feel really good about. Sadly, Kayden has not been able to experience any of those things as the school won't even let him on the field at all. Elizabeth stated at a recent meeting the coach said, "I didn't think you would even want him in athletics," after seeing Kayden's physical. She felt that he was being discriminatory towards her son especially since his physical completely cleared him and stated he was very healthy. Elizabeth has filed a complaint with the Texas Education Agency and after they r...

 A Missouri Highway Patrol Officer was just arrested after stealing graphic images from people he had detained. 39-year-old David McKnight is being charged with 5 felony counts of invasion of privacy.  Court documents filed against McKnight allege between September 2023 and April 2024 he used his personal cell phone to take pictures of images on the cellphones of women he had detained.  The images consisted of images of 5 different women partially and fully unclothed.  Officer McKnight was arrested Wednesday night in Scott County. There are no additional details on McKnight's status as a defendant in the courts at this time. Individuals are urged to make sure any sensitive photographs are secured so others cannot easily access them, such as in a camera roll.

 Missing Montana motorcyclist survives 5 days with collapsed lung and multiple  fractures by drinking creek water. 24-year-old Zachary Demos and two friends set out on a summertime road trip on their motorcycles. As the trio traveled down Highway 12 in Idaho, Demos's riding partners noticed his Kawasaki Vulcan parked on the side of the road. The two continued to the next turnaround before pausing for Demos to catch up.  After waiting a while and with no sign of Demos, they retraced their path in an attempt to reconnect. They made it all the way to where they had seen Zachary's motorcycle, but upon their return... the motorcycle was gone.  The two hurried to the next planned rendezvous point and waited.  While waiting they asked everyone they came in contact if they had seen anyone fitting Zachary's description. With no luck waiting at the rendezvous or asking the public, the two began to frantically search until 4 a.m. to no avail. Zachary Delos was officially r...

 Jay-Z is the first to own the $340k Bugatti Tourbillon watch and has showed it off Jay-Z is the first person to own limited-edition Bugatti Tourbillon wristwatch, according to Jacob Arabo, founder of Jacob & Co. The watch is inspired by the new Bugatti Tourbillon, and it has a hefty price tag of $340,000 American rapper was spotted rocking his latest timepiece during his appearance at Fanatics Fest in New York. Jay-Z’s new limited-series wristwatch is worth $340,000 – starting price of a brand new 2024 Cadillac Celestiq. The new limited-edition masterpiece inspired by the new $4.1 million Bugatti Tourbillon hyper sports car. With few exceptions, such as the Jacob Bugatti Jean, most Bugatti watches feature a miniature reproduction of the car engine. This also applies to the Bugatti Tourbillon watch, which includes a replica of V16 engine block. Wristwatch features a V16 engine block automation, a 30-second double-pace flying tourbillon and a twin power reserve as, well as retro...