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Month: August 2024

Ex-APC spokesman slams Bode George’s comment against Atiku

George was criticised for his past judicial troubles and his 2009 conviction by the Lagos High Court on 23 counts of abuse of office and contract splitting. Former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Comrade Timi Frank, has strongly criticised former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Deputy National Chairman (South), Chief Olabode…

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5 diseases you can catch from animals

We sometimes need to take precautions when interacting with animals. Animals are an important part of our lives. They provide us with companionship, help us with work, and even offer us food. However, some animals can carry diseases known as zoonotic diseases, which can spread from animals to people in different ways, such as through…

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Why does a person with kidney disease reject a healthy kidney?

What are the major causes of kidney rejection? Given the news of renowned Nigerian music video director TG Omori’s failed kidney transplant, one might question why a sick person’s body would reject an organ essential for their survival. Kidney transplants make up nearly 60% of all organ transplants globally, largely due to popular lifestyle choices…

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Bashir Ahmad calls for strict regulation as bandits flaunt cash on TikTok

Bashir Ahmad says TikTok emboldens criminals to spread misinformation and propaganda. Bashir Ahmad, former media aide to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, has called for strict regulation of TikTok to prevent dangerous individuals from using the platform to push malicious agenda. Bashir said TikTok is causing more harm than good to the country, arguing that the social…

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DPO fatally shot at military checkpoint in Zamfara

The police have urged the relevant authorities to hold those responsible accountable and ensure that such incidents do not occur again. Halliru Liman, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Wasagu Division in Kebbi State, has been shot dead by a soldier at a military checkpoint in Zamfara State. The incident occurred on Wednesday, August 28,…

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Hungry 40-year-old man bags 9-months imprisonment for stealing yam tubers

The man admitted to stealing the tubers of yam because he was hungry and begged for leniency. A Magistrates’ Court in Kafanchan, Kaduna State on Thursday sentenced a 40-year-old man, Cletus Gandu to nine months imprisonment for stealing two tubers of yam. The convict admitted that he stole the tubers of yam because he was…

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FCT Police arrest 2 friends for stealing armoured cable wires since 2023

Buyers of the stolen cables confessed that the accused men sold it to them. Two friends, Hassan Abubakar and Joefrey Micah were on Thursday docked in a Wuse Zone 6 Magistrates’ Court, Abuja for allegedly stealing armoured cable wires. The police charged Abubakar, 35, and Micah, 23, all of FHA Lugbe with criminal conspiracy, mischief…

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Fireboy releases highly-anticipated fourth album ‘adedamola’

Fireboy has released his fourth album titled ‘adedamola’. On August 28, 2024, Fireboy released his fourth album titled ‘Adedamola’ which features guest appearances from notable Nigerian artists Lagbaja, Grammy-nominated Afrobeat star Seun Kuti, Afrobeats hitmaker Lojay, and Grammy-winning American singer and songwriter Jon Baptiste. The 14-track album will also feature Nigerian superstar disc jockey, musician,…

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I will be up soon – TG Omori after failed kidney transplant

Recall that he quit smoking in April 2024. Following his failed kidney transplant, popular music video director TG Omori has reassured his fans that he will be okay. Omori took to Instagram on August 28, 2024, posting a picture of himself in the hospital bed with an oxygen mask, and his caption read, “Will be…

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Burna Boy’s top 5 international fashion collaborations

International luxury fashion brands have worked with Burna Boy many times. Nigerian artist Burna Boy, born Damini Ogulu, is becoming synonymous with international luxury brands and high fashion as he has collaborated with a number of them His numerous collaborations are proof of his star power and status as a fashion icon. Here are five…

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