Author: Elizabeth Jenrola Oso

An 11-year-old Primary 6 pupil of Owiwi Nursery and Primary School, Obada Oko, Ogun State, Idera Alao, has lost one of her eyes in a classroom incident that involved her teacher, Adeola Adeyemo. The Ogun State Police Command confirmed the incident in a statement on Wednesday, adding that the teacher had been arrested. According to the spokesperson of the Command, SP Omolola Odutola, Adeyemo, a 400-level student of Tai Solarin University of Education, Ijebu Ode undergoing her teaching practice programme at the school, was holding a cane in the classroom when Alao ran into it. Odutola said the cane pierced…

A ravaging fire has gutted the residence of award-winning Nollywood actress, Mercy Aigbe, destroying valuable possessions in Lagos. The inferno, which swept through the actress’ multi-million naira property, reduced her belongings to ashes. Taking to her official Instagram page on Wednesday night, Aigbe expressed her gratitude that no lives were lost in the fire. The film star also shared a video post, writing: “Devastated, but I thank God no life was lost. It is well.” The cause of the fire outbreak however remains unknown. Aigbe’s post drew an outpouring of support from fans and colleagues, who offered condolences and well-wishes.The…

Retired soldiers under the group of Coalition of Concerned Veterans (CCV) protesting over non-payment of the 20 percent and 28 percent increment for 11 months in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja have said they will not leave the Federal Ministry of Finance gate except they see credit alerts. The protesters, who stayed up all night, told NEW DAILY PRIME that they had bought chains and padlocks to lock up the gate. The ex-servicemen who shut down activities at the Federal Ministry of Finance with music, displayed banners and carried different placards and inscriptions on Wednesday. Among other demands by the…

….Tells Police she was suffering ‘extreme stress’ from divorce A 31-year-old mother has handed herself over to the authorities for sexually abusing her children. Keirsten White of Opelousas in central Louisiana, has been charged with first-degree rape, sexual battery, two counts of indecent behaviour with juveniles, and two counts of cruelty to juveniles. Earlier in the week, White entered the St. Landry Parish Jail and confessed that she sexually and physically abused her children, both under the age of 4. Detectives opened an investigation and with the cooperation of White, determined her claims to be true and she was promptly…

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has reacted to a viral video showing a Deputy Route Commander, allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol. FRSC Corps Marshal, Malam Shehu Mohammed, in a statement by Olusegun Ogungbemide, the Assistant Corps Marshal (ACM), Corps Public Education Officer, (CPEO), said on Wednesday in Abuja, that the incident occurred in 2018. Mohammed said the case had been promptly investigated and disciplinary actions taken against the officer. He condemned the officer’s behaviour, emphasizing FRSC’s commitment to discipline among its personnel. “The FRSC is an organization that upholds discipline amongst its personnel, whether in uniform or…

Legendary American rapper, Snoop Dogg, real name Calvin Broadus has opened up about the most extravagant gift ever bestowed upon his daughter, Cori Broadus. In a recent interview, Snoop Dogg was questioned about the extravagant gift he bestowed upon his daughter, which was revealed to be a $1 million gift for her upcoming wedding. His revelation left the presenter stunned, as she had previously speculated that the gift was a G-Wagon. It’s worth noting that Snoop Dogg’s daughter, Cori Broadus, got engaged to her longtime boyfriend, Wayne Duece in November 2023. Cori announced her engagement to Wayne on Instagram few…

The Lagos State High Court sitting in Ikeja has sentenced a couple, Harry Uyanwanne and Kristein Uyanwanne to 16 years in prison for defrauding individuals of N52 million. Their church, the Temple International Church, was also ordered to be deregistered and closed for its role in the fraud. Justice Mojisola Dada delivered the verdict on Wednesday, convicting the couple of charges including stealing, dishonest conversion, false presentation, and fraud. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had brought a seven-count charge against the duo and their church. The EFCC alleged that the defendants used the guise of religious activities to…

The Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA) on Wednesday sealed Blessed Happy Homes Superstore at 6th Avenue, 13th Road, Festac Town, Lagos. The Lagos State Government said the store was sealed for selling expired products, violating health and safety regulations, putting customers’ lives at risk and engaging in practices that compromise consumer well-being. The statement stated that the owner of the supermarket will be prosecuted and face legal consequences for their misconduct.

Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers on Tuesday night abducted nine people, including the councillor representing Odo-Ape ward in Kabba-Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi State identified as Hon. Alaba Ope. A social media message claimed the victims were kidnapped overnight from different areas of the community. An eyewitness who didn’t want his name in print confirmed that the kidnappers struck at about 1 a.m., shooting sporadically to scare people away as they went about their heinous operation. The attack has created panic in the area with several commentators admitting to living in fear and not knowing who the next victim…

A former ballerina was sentenced to 20 years in prison Tuesday in the 2020 shooting death of her estranged husband in Florida, US. CBS affiliate, WTSP reports that Ashley Benefield was sentenced to 20 years, with credit for time served, followed by 10 years probation. The case, which became known as the “Black Swan murder” trial, garnered national attention, with some comparing Benefield to the protagonist of the 2010 film “Black Swan.” The former ballerina was found guilty by a jury in July of manslaughter for shooting and killing her husband, Doug Benefield, in September 2020 after an argument. Ashley…