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Year: 2024

Fake Navy officer defrauds Yobe traders, escapes with cash and goods

The Police Command in Yobe says it has detained a 29-year-old man (name withheld) who allegedly posed as a Navy officer and defrauded several traders in the state. This is contained in a statement by the command’s spokesman, DSP Dungus Abdulkarim, in Damaturu on Friday. Abdulkarim said the suspect was arrested on December 18 with…

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8 Budget-Friendly Christmas Decorations Will Transform Your Home 

The holiday season is a magical time of joy, love, excess food, and togetherness—and nothing sets the mood quite like Christmas décor. Most families have a tradition of setting up and decorating their Christmas trees together for a bonding moment.  But decorating your home doesn’t have to come with a hefty price tag. Let’s not…

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Higher powers are involved – Speed Darlington’s lawyer on singer’s detention

Weeks after Nigerian singer Speed Darlington was arrested and detained, his legal representative has suggested that influential individuals may be involved in prolonging his detention. Deji Adeyanju, a human rights lawyer representing Darlington, had previously accused Afrobeats star Burna Boy of being linked to the rapper’s arrest, though no official confirmation has been made. Speaking…

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60-year-old married woman dies in another man’s apartment during visit

A 65-year-old woman identified as Serifatu Disu, 60, tragically passed away in the early hours of Wednesday, December 18, 2024. while visiting the home of another man, Olalekan Ogunjob, 65, in the Ago-Iwoye area of Ogun State. According to the Ogun State Police Command, Disu had gone to Ogunjobi’s residence at Fatima Castle, Konigba, late…

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Tinubu’s LG autonomy vision faces tough test in Edo clash

Governor Monday Okpebholo’s suspension of chairmen and vice-chairmen across Edo State’s 18 local government areas has triggered a constitutional crisis. The action, based on allegations of insubordination and failure to submit financial reports, has drawn sharp criticism, with legal experts citing a landmark Supreme Court ruling affirming local government autonomy. Barr. Andrew Emwanta, a member of…

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Lady steals ATM card belonging to visually-impaired woman, clears out her account

A 58-year-old visually impaired woman in Nnewi, Anambra State, has fallen victim to an ATM card scam, losing a significant sum of ₦2 million. The incident, captured on CCTV footage, has sparked outrage and prompted a police investigation. The victim, a widow, recounted her ordeal, explaining that while attempting to withdraw cash at an ATM, she…

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Police arrest notorious kidnap leader, rescue abducted 10-year-old boy in Rivers

The Police Command in Rivers has announced the arrest of Nwile Bete, 30, a suspected kidnap kingpin during an operation in Port Harcourt. The operation also led to the rescue of a 10-year-old boy allegedly abducted by the suspect. The command’s spokesperson, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, disclosed the development in a statement issued in Port Harcourt…

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Pulse Lists: 7 Nigerian celebrity weddings that stole the spotlight in 2024

From grand ceremonies that broke the internet to intimate nuptials steeped in culture and tradition, Nigerian celebrities showcased their unique love stories in the most glamorous ways imaginable. These star-studded weddings were not just unions of hearts but also spectacles of style, luxury, and cultural pride, leaving little to no room to breathe on social…

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OdumoduBlvck recounts how Don Jazzy gifted him $10,000

OdumoduBlvck has a lot of praise for Mavin Records founder Don Jazzy. In a new interview with Beats FM, OdumoduBlvck spoke on his latest project, a joint project as a member of the Anti-World Gangsters crew. The album titled ‘Nothing Changed’ featured a guest appearance from Don Jazzy on the track ‘Asampete’. Narrating how he…

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Actress Eucharia Anunobi preaches against seeking validation from others

Veteran Nollywood actress Eucharia Anunobi recently shared advice with her followers, urging them to stop seeking validation from others. Taking to Instagram on December 19, 2024, the actress used her platform to emphasise the importance of self-acceptance and independence from public opinion. In the video posted, she enquired, “Why do you want everyone to like…

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