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President Buhari casts his Vote for the Governorship and State Assembly Elections on 18th Mar 2023. Gov polls: If they give money, collect, vote your candidate- President Buhari advices Nigerians President Buhari has advised Nigerians to collect any money given to them by politicians to influence their votes and then go ahead to vote for their preferred candidate. Vanguard reports that the President stated this after he cast his vote at polling unit 003, Sarkin Yara A in Daura, Katsina State. The president, who briefly spoke to newsmen both in English and Hausa languages after casting his vote, said his administration had been preaching against vote-buying and monetization of politics, calling on politicians to desist from such acts. “If they (politicians) still give you money, collect, but vote for your preferred candidates,”President Buhari said Earlier report:  Buhari Arrives Katsina Ahead Gov Polls The President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd), on Friday, arrived in his ...

 Lance Reddick, widely known for his roles in John Wick, The Wire, and the Destiny and Horizon games, has passed away at the age of 60. Lance Solomon Reddick (June 7, 1962 – March 17, 2023)[1][2] was an American actor and musician. He was best known for playing Cedric Daniels in The Wire (2002–2008), Phillip Broyles in Fringe (2008–2013), and Chief Irvin Irving in Bosch (2014–2020). In film, he was best known for starring as Charon in the John Wick franchise (2014–2023) and David Gentry in Angel Has Fallen (2019). Prayers going out to the family...j Hollywood actor, Lance Reddick, who got into the limelight after featuring in HBO's "The Wire" and the "John Wick" movie franchise, is d£ad.  Lance's body was discovered at his Studio City home Friday morning, March 18, around 9:30 AM. His cause of d£ath is currently unclear, but it appears to be natural, according to the police. He was reportedly doing a press tour for the fourth installment of the 'John Wic...

Arrival of the Honorable Minister of Information & Culture, Alh. Lai Mohammed to his polling unit PU 006, Oro 2 to exercise his civic duty of casting his vote for the Gubernatorial and State House of Assembly Elections. When he arrived he joined the queue.  The Honorable Minister of Information and Culture, Alh. Lai Mohammed gets accredited and casts his vote for the Gubernatorial and State House of Assembly Election at his Polling Unit 006 Oro 2 in Kwara State.  More photos below. 

Family demands answers over daughter’s death at US Army base  18 March 2023 The parents of a female soldier who died at a US military base in Texas are raising questions after army officials said this week no foul play was suspected in her death. Pte Ana Basaldua Ruiz, a 20-year-old combat engineer stationed in Fort Hood died on Monday, the military said. Army officials told Pte Basaldua Ruiz's parents she died by suicide, Telemundo reported. Her parents said Pte Basaldua Ruiz said she had been sexually harassed. The US military said on Thursday an investigation into the incident was still underway. "The Department of the Army Criminal Investigation Division (CID) officials have confirmed that at this point in the investigation into the death of Pte Ana Basalduaruiz no foul play is evident, and will remain under investigation," officials said. "Army CID will continue to conduct a thorough investigation and gather all evidence and facts to ensure they discover exactly...

"  I just joined other Nigerians in exercising my civic duty in the ongoing governorship and state assembly elections. I encourage you all to go out and vote peacefully.".-President Elect,Bola Tinubu . More photos below. 

☘️ Happy #StPatricksDay! The Prince of Wales, outgoing Colonel of the Irish Guards was joined by The Princess of Wales, incoming Colonel, at the Regiment’s annual St. Patrick's Day Parade. Following a recent visit to the 1st Battalion Irish Guards on Salisbury Plain, the visit was the first time that The Princess attended the parade as Colonel of the Regiment. Her Royal Highness presented the traditional sprigs of shamrock to the Officers and Guardsmen, and to Seamus - the Regiment’s Irish Wolfhound mascot. "Whilst I am extremely happy to be here celebrating St Patrick’s Day with you once again, I’m incredibly sad to be giving this speech, as it really does mean my time as your Colonel has come to an end. It has been one of the great honours of my life to hold that title; I’m proud of everything it stands for – just as I’m immensely proud of every single one of you." - The Prince of Wales "I really couldn’t be prouder to stand in front of you here today. It really is...

Ghanaian footballer Christian Atsu, who died after an earthquake hit Turkey, has been buried today.  The state-assisted funeral for the former Hatayspor club footballer is taking place in Accra, Ghana.  Atsu was found dead after the earthquake caused the collapse of his apartment in southern Turkey. He will be sorely missed by many, including children at a Ghanaian orphanage that he frequently provided money, food and clothing to.  “He came to drill a borehole for us, and help us with filters so it can be drinkable”, said Becky Foundation Director, Seth Asiedu.  Atsu made the kids at the Becky Foundation charity children’s home so happy that they used to call him “father”.  The Director added that they have organised counselling sessions for the kids “to try and overcome the pain."Thousands of mourners and well-wishers from Ghana and abroad file to the body to pay their last respects. The winger played 65 times for Ghana's national team and helped his country re...