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The parents of US model Courtney Clenney have been arrested for evidence tampering in connection with her Nigerian boyfriend’s murder case.

Kim and Deborah Clenney, the parents of Courtney Clenney, a US-based Instagram model accused of killing her boyfriend Christian Obumseli, have been arrested for allegedly tampering with evidence in the murder case. Courtney was charged with second-degree murder in 2022 after a physical altercation in their Miami apartment led to Obumseli’s death from a fatal…

Bashir Ahmad, a former presidential aide, has voiced criticism regarding the perceived silence of Islamic scholars on the issue of banditry in Nigeria.

Kehinde Joy1 year ago1 year ago02 mins

Former Special Assistant on Digital Communications to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, Bashir Ahmad, has expressed his disappointment over the apparent silence of Islamic scholars concerning the increasing problem of banditry in several parts of Northern Nigeria. The Northern region, particularly the North West, has been facing ongoing challenges due to frequent attacks carried out by organized…

The Naira experiences a recovery as banks sell off surplus dollars.

Kehinde Joy1 year ago1 year ago08 mins

Deposit Money Banks (DMBs) were engaged in a flurry of activity on Thursday to divest themselves of surplus dollar reserves ahead of the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) deadline of midnight on February 1, 2024. Treasury departments within these banks were reportedly immersed in selling off excess foreign exchange holdings throughout the day, processing numerous…

SUICIDE: The Silent Struggle of Self-Perception

Kehinde Joy1 year ago1 year ago05 mins

In a world dominated by social media and constant comparisons, self-perception has become an ever-present force shaping individuals’ lives. The way we view ourselves, our worth, and our place in society can have profound effects on our mental health. Tragically, for some, this struggle with self-perception becomes unbearable, leading to the devastating outcome of suicide….

Nigeria defeat Angola 1-0, qualify for AFCON semi-final

Kehinde Joy1 year ago1 year ago02 mins

Nigeria’s national football team, the Super Eagles, has booked their place in the semi-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after a hard-fought victory over Angola. In a tightly contested match, Nigeria emerged victorious with a 1-0 win, thanks to a goal scored by Ademola Lookman. The game, held at the Felix Houphouet Boigny…

REASONS WHY MORE STRUCTURES UNDER BRIDGES ARE BEING REMOVED

Wemimo1 year ago1 year ago05 mins

In an effort to reduce any possible safety hazards to the Lagos Blue Line rail route, the Lagos State Government has served notice of intent to vacate to any unauthorized tenants of places beneath the Ijora Causeway bridge. The state administration also revealed that the improvised stores and shantytowns that have come to define that…

2024 Budget: Lagos Set to Invest N550.689 Billion in Infrastructure

Kehinde Joy1 year ago1 year ago07 mins

The Lagos State government has announced its intention to allocate N550.689 billion towards the development and maintenance of infrastructure in 2024. During the State 2024 Budget Analysis at the Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre in Alausa-Ikeja, Commissioner of Economic Planning and Budget, Ope George, revealed this information on Wednesday. George explained that the allocated amount of…

Niger Delta Minister Abubakar Momoh to Commission Safagha Renewable Energy’s Solar Hybrid Mini Grid Project in Okpokunu, Delta State

Kehinde Joy1 year ago1 year ago04 mins

In a significant partnership, Safagha Renewable Energy Limited is preparing to host the Honourable Minister of the Niger Delta Development Ministry, Engr. Abubakar Momoh FNSE, for the inauguration of its innovative solar hybrid mini grid project in Okpokunu, located in the Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State on February 16, 2024. This initiative, spearheaded…

Insecurity: Ibadan Chiefs raises alarm over re-insurgence of kidnapping in southwest

Kehinde Joy1 year ago1 year ago06 mins

On Tuesday, Ibadan traditional chieftaincy title holders, also known as Mogajis, solicited the help of governors from South West states in combating abduction. They stated that the security coordination required to combat the scourge cannot be done without the participation of governors, particularly in Yorubaland. This event follows previous kidnappings in Oyo State and the…

Lagos CP examines DPO for reportedly collecting N2 million bribe to release armed robbers.

Kehinde Joy1 year ago1 year ago02 mins

The Commissioner of Police in Lagos State, Adegoke Fayoade, has initiated an investigation into the bribery allegation leveled against the Epe Divisional Police Officer, Godwin Okoruwa. Furthermore, the command has directed the officer to “step aside” pending the conclusion of the investigation. Benjamin Humdeyin, the Police Public Relations Officer for the state, communicated this development…