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Ivorian defender, Serge Aurier Mourns Brother Who Was Shot Dead in France

13Jul

By Obiajulu Joel NwoluNo Comments

Cote d'Ivoire, Crime, English Premiership, Security, Sports

Ivorian defender, Serge Aurier Mourns Brother Who Was Shot Dead in France

Christopher Aurier, younger brother of Ivory coast defender, Serge Aurier was shot dead in Toulouse, France by unknown shooter. This was confirmed by Serge Aurier’s London based club, Tottenham Hotspur on Monday after reports had it that Christopher was found shot in the stomach by emergency services. The identity of the shooter is unknown at the moment. Tottenham said in a statement, “The Club is deeply saddened to confirm media reports that Serge Aurier’s brother passed away in the early hours of this morning.” “Everybody at the Club sends their sincerest condolences to Serge and his family. Our thoughts are with them all.” Christopher, played for French fifth division side Rodéo Toulouse last season- after spells at Racing Club de Lens, Gueugnon, Chantilly and Belgian clu...

Regina Daniels was a Virgin When I Married Her – Ned Nwoko

13Jul

By Obiajulu Joel NwoluNo Comments

Lifestyle, Nigeria, Uncategorized

Regina Daniels was a Virgin When I Married Her – Ned Nwoko

Father of ‘Nollywood’s child of the year’, Ned Nwoko has said that his wife Regina Daniels was a virgin when they got married. The billionaire business mogul and politician made this known in an interview with the press about his marriage to the screen diva. The 59-year-old former lawmaker narrated how he met his wife. He said, "Why not Regina? When I met her, I didn’t even know who she was because I don’t watch movies, whether British, Nigerian, or American. Also, I am not a social media person. Up until that time, I didn’t have Facebook or Instagram accounts." "So, I didn’t know about Regina until she came to my house with her family on a tour. My house in the village (Aniocha North Local Government Area, Delta State) is a tourist attraction of sorts." Nwoko went...

Lagos Doctors Embark on a 3-day Warning Strike over Safety and Welfare Concerns

13Jul

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Employment, Lagos News, News, Nigeria

Lagos Doctors Embark on a 3-day Warning Strike over Safety and Welfare Concerns

Doctors in Lagos state, Nigeria under the auspices of the Medical Guild in Lagos, will begin a three-day warning strike from today, 13th July, 2020 due to safety and welfare issues. Chairman of the Guild, Dr Oluwajimi Sodipo disclosed the position of the association at a briefing on Sunday in Lagos. The Guild consists of medical doctors employed by the Lagos State Government. Sodipo said that the association exempted members working in the state’s COVID-19 isolation centres and the industrial action would commence on Monday, July 13 and end on 16. He said the Congress of the Guild had approved the extension of the two weeks-notice to the state government on June 27, after the initial 21 days ultimatum to settle the issues elapsed. Sodipo said that the grace period given to the ...

Regina Daniels’ Father Reconciles with Ned Nwoko after Birth of Grand Child

12Jul

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Life, Lifestyle, Nigeria

Regina Daniels’ Father Reconciles with Ned Nwoko after Birth of Grand Child

Regina Daniels’ father, Jude Ojegwu has revealed that the birth of his grandson has prompted him to amend relationship with Ned Nwokolo, his billionaire son-in-law. Reginal Daniels gave birth to a baby girl two weeks ago. Barrister Ojegwu, in a chat with reporters in Abuja on Friday during the naming ceremony of his grandson said his decision to make peace with Nwokolo was informed by the birth of his grandson and for the peace, joy and happiness to reign in the family. Ojegwu had resisted the marriage of his daughter to the 59-year old business tycoon and politician. Ojegwu witnessed the ceremony with his now reconciled in-law as the child was named Munir. According to Ojegwu, “The birth of this child has answered the question (about the controversy); everybody craves for peac...

Presidency Speaks on the Arrest of Suspended EFCC Acting Chairman, Magu

12Jul

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Corruption, News, Nigeria, Press Statement

Presidency Speaks on the Arrest of Suspended EFCC Acting Chairman, Magu

STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE A series of documented allegations were made against the Ag. Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Following a preliminary review of the allegations leveled against the Ag. Chairman and several other members of his staff, there were grounds for a detailed investigation to be conducted. Hence, an investigative panel was constituted in compliance with the extant laws governing the convening of such a body. As is the proper procedure, when allegations are made against the Chief Executive of an institution, and in this case an institution that ought to be seen as beyond reproach, the Chief Executive has to step down from his post and allow for a transparent and unhindered investigation. The EFCC does not revolve around the person...

Nigeria’s AGF, Malami Debunks Buying ₦300 million Abuja Mansion for Newly Wedded Son

12Jul

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Corruption, News, Nigeria

Nigeria’s AGF, Malami Debunks Buying ₦300 million Abuja Mansion for Newly Wedded Son

Nigeria’s Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN) has debunked acquiring a N300 million mansion for his, Abdulazeez who just wedded, in Abuja. The denial was contained in a statement issued by Malami’s media aide, Umar Gwandu where he equally denied reports on social media that COVID-10 protocols were disregarded during Abdulazeez’s wedding ceremony that took place in Kano. Malami tagged the report mischievous, deceitful, perfidious and “a clear violation of ethical journalism practices on verification of facts and authentication of claims.” He dared his accusers to come forth with the name of the seller of the alleged mansion and its location and to make public the title documents. “God knows that I did not purchase any house for...

EFCC Saga: IG of Nigerian Police Force Withdraws Officers Attached to EFCC, Magu’s Security Details

11Jul

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Corruption, Crime, Judiciary, News, Nigeria, Security

EFCC Saga: IG of Nigerian Police Force Withdraws Officers Attached to EFCC, Magu’s Security Details

Mobile Police officers attached to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have been withdrawn on the order of the Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu. The order was communicated through a communique to the Inspector General, Police Mobile Force, PMF Squadrons one to 79, Force Secretary and Commissioners of Police of all state commands and the Federal Capital Territory (EFCC), also instructed that the equal number of personnel withdrawn be replaced. The IGP in the order said, “Only staff of EFCC should be allowed access into the premises while withdrawn police personnel from PMF 21, 44, 45, 46 and 50 must report to the Force Headquarters by 8am on Monday.” It was also reported that personnel of the police force manning the residence of the ousted Acting EFCC bo...

Rescind Your Decision on 2020 WASSCE – Reps Ask FG

11Jul

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Covid-19, Education, Legislature, News, Nigeria

Rescind Your Decision on 2020 WASSCE – Reps Ask FG

Nigeria’s House of Representatives have asked the Federal Government to reconsider its position on the cancellation of the 2020 West African Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (WASSCE). Their position was contained in a statement released in Abuja by the Chairman of the House Committee on Basic Education and Services, Julius Ihonvbere (APC-Edo) on Friday. Mr. Ihonvbere, a professor, said the committee was left bemused by the decision of the Ministry of Education which was conveyed by the Minister of Education in a broadcast where he said students in Nigeria would not be partaking in the 2020 WASSCE due to coronavirus scare. He said the Education minister failed to tell the country if the decision was reached alongside other West African leaders or in consultation with the ...

5 Facts about Hushpuppi’s Counsel, Gal Pissetzky

11Jul

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Corruption, Crime, Judiciary, News, Nigeria

5 Facts about Hushpuppi’s Counsel, Gal Pissetzky

Pissetzky & Berliner on its website boasted to be “experienced criminal defense attorneys defending clients nationwide” 2. According to the firm, “Clients come to us when they want a bulldog in the courtroom. Our Chicago criminal defense attorneys take on serious criminal cases. We handle federal charges, white collar crimes, large-scale drug crimes, sex offenses, violent crimes, and more.” 3. Describing its track record, the firm boasted; “We have obtained reduced charges, dismissals, and acquittals in high-profile cases that were deemed unwinnable by many attorneys.” 4. The defence practice areas of the law firm include: Federal Crimes, Sex Offenses, Violent Crimes, Murder, Gun Crimes, White Collar Crimes and Money Laundering, and Crimal Appeals. 5. In a case at UNITE...

Eagles’ Striker Paul Onuachu Tests Positive for COVID-19 as Club Plans Preseason

10Jul

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Covid-19, Nigeria, Sports

Eagles’ Striker Paul Onuachu Tests Positive for COVID-19 as Club Plans Preseason

Super eagles of Nigeria forward, Paul Onuachu has tested COVID-19 positive as his club KRC Genk prepares for their first pre-season match. Announcing his status, Onuachu who said that he is asymptomatic and feeing well, reports that his Instagram followers have grown by 10,000 after his status was made public. The Nigerian striker was the only member of the Genk squad who tested positive to the virus after the club conducted tests this week in readiness for the resumption of pre-season games. Onuachu said two of his previous tests after his return to Belgium came back negative before the latest round of tests. He said, “I’m very well as I talk with you.” “I’m not just in the mood to talk right now. It’s the third test and the first two were negative. “In a couple of days ...