The worst of cultism was witnessed in Anambra State as suspected cultists killed a man identified as Nonso in Awka, the Anambra State capital on Friday afternoon. In a tear-invoking circumstance, Nonso, the third son in a family of three sons, was said to have earlier lost two of his brothers in similar incidences attributed to cultism. According to an eyewitness, Nonso was killed in broad daylight on near Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Teaching Hospital, NAUTH, which is popularly known as Amaku. A close family source said Nonso’s killing is linked to the murder of his younger brother, Buchi, who…
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16-year-old girl, Aisha Suleiman, who is accused of fatally poisoning her former boyfriend, identified as Emmanuel, and four other persons in Afashio community in Etsako West Local Government Area of Edo State has been detained by the police. The state command Public Relations Officer, SP Moses Yamu confirmed the incident on Friday. The tragic discovery was reported on October 26, 2024, when Emmanuel’s father, Mr Elogie Ezekiel, arrived at his son’s apartment around 6:30 a.m. that day and saw some lifeless bodies in the house. Ezekiel reportedly found the body of a young man, Nurudeen in the corridor, and moving…
A brutal altercation between two neighbours, Fatima and Mitsura on Aribisala Street in Igando, Lagos, on Thursday, has ended with the latter’s tongue being severed. The shocking incident has left residents stunned and authorities scrambling for answers. According to eyewitnesses, the dispute began over a shared laundry bucket. Fatima, in her early 30s, allegedly accused 18-year-old Mitsura of using the bucket without permission leading to an argument which escalated into a violent confrontation, with Fatima strangling Mitsura and biting off her protruded tongue. Their landlady, Mama Ibadan intervened, but the situation spiralled out of control. “I settled the fight, but…
The Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) has announced the killing of senior Hamas official, Izz al-Din Kassab, in an airstrike in Khan Younis, Gaza Strip on Friday. Reuters reports that Kassab was described as one of the last high-ranking members of Hamas responsible for coordinating with other groups in the region. Hamas mourned Kassab’s death in a statement, noting that he was killed alongside another official, Ayman Ayesh, during an Israeli attack on their vehicle in the enclave. According to Hamas sources speaking to Reuters, Kassab was a local group official in Gaza but not a member of its decision-making political…
A realtor, identified as Jimi Folarin, has been reported missing by his family after being called by a client to inspect properties in the Imota area of Ikorodu, Lagos State. His sister, Iremide Omowunmi, narrated on Friday that 43-year-old Folarin left the house at exactly 4pm on Wednesday for the property inspection and has not answered his phone since. According to Omowunmi, “At about 4pm, my brother called me to say that the clients he was waiting for had contacted him to come and inspect the properties. This was exactly at 4pm. “My brother is a real estate agent who…
A cloud of apprehension and uncertainty currently envelope Kenya as citizens issue President William Ruto a 48-hour ultimatum to step down, with a demand for a new government committed to “transparency, accountability, and good governance.” According to reports, the call for resignation has gained significant traction, with a viral Twitter statement stating, “We no longer recognize William Ruto as the President of Kenya. We recall his presidency and urge him to immediately resign and surrender his office to the Kenyan people.” This statement has generated lots of engagement, reflecting widespread discontent. Regardless of President Ruto retracting a controversial finance bill…
The Ebonyi State Police Command have announced that they have dismantled an organ harvesting ring responsible for multiple killings in the state. Disclosing this in Abakaliki on Friday, spokesperson of the Police, Joshua Ukandu said four suspected members of the ring were arrested following painstaking investigation and credible intelligence into the matter. He said the suspects confessed to being responsible for the murder of Chikezie Idenyi a Dubai-based businessman. The spokesperson said, “One Mrs. Blessing Chikezie Onyekachi had reported to the command of her missing husband, Mr. Chikezie Idenyi, who left home on 14th September, 2024 on a supposed business…
Former Valencia CF player, Jose Castillejo has tragically lost his life in the recent flash floods that have ravaged Spain. The severe storms, known as DANA (Depresión Aislada en Niveles Altos), have caused widespread devastation, leaving hundreds of families mourning loved ones as the country grapples with the aftermath. Valencia CF, where Jose Castillejo began his journey as a youth player, honored his memory in a heartfelt statement: “We regret the death of José Castillejo, a victim of the Dana disasters. He was part of the club’s Academy until his youth stage and has played for several teams in the…
Super Eagles and Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi has cemented his place in music after releasing his second single, ‘What’s Luv?’ This comes after the success of his debut single, “Don’t Shoot,” which made him the first Premier League player to officially record music. His latest single, ‘What’s Luv?,’ which he shared on social media on Thursday, is a celebration of African culture, fusing Afro-Swing with rap components and featuring collaborations with friends SPKS and MBrown. Speaking to The Standard UK on Thursday, Iwobi stated that, “Music has always been a passion of mine and a way for me to express…
Justice Obiora Egwuatu of the Federal High Court, Abuja has granted bail to about 67 minors to the tune of N10m each out of the 76 that were arraigned for participating in the August 2024 End Bad Governance protests. Those granted bail, who are below 15 years, are expected to present one surety who must be a civil servant. Meanwhile, another 87 who are adults, are currently being arraigned on the same charges. More details later…
