Author: Elizabeth Jenrola Oso

…17-yr-old survivor with gunshot wound hospitalised Five members of a family, including three children, were discovered dead in a Utah residence on Tuesday, according to police reports. Roxeanne Vainuku, spokesperson for the West Valley City Police Department said a 17-year-old was survivor with a gunshot wound transported to a hospital. The police said the deceased comprised two adults, an 11-year-old boy, and two girls aged 9 and 2, as reported by The exact cause of their deaths remains undetermined. The bodies were found in a house located in West Valley City, approximately 9 miles (14 kilometres) southwest of Salt Lake…

Veteran Australian broadcaster, Alan Jones has entered a plea of not guilty to charges of sexually abusing 10 young men over nearly two decades. He is facing 34 charges related to alleged incidents occurring between 2001 and 2019, including 11 counts of aggravated indecent assault. Jones, a prominent figure in Australian media and a former coach of the national rugby union team, had previously denied the allegations reported by The Sydney Morning Herald in 2023. Speaking publicly for the first time since his arrest last month, Mr Jones stated, “I have never indecently assaulted these people. “I want you to…

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has declared Eziukwu Market, also known as Cemetery Market in Aba, Abia State as the centre for the production and distribution of fake and substandard drinks and beverages. NAFDAC Director, South-East Zone, Martins Iluyomade made the declaration during an operation at the market on Tuesday. Iluyomade described the market as a centre for mass production and distribution of fake and substandard products, likening the situation to weapons of mass destruction.The director said in spite of previous crackdowns, including a major operation in December 2023, illegal activities persisted in the…

A 54-year-old man, Eseni Chima was, on Tuesday, docked before an Abakaliki Magistrate’s Court for allegedly beating his wife, Ugochukwu Chima, to death with an iron rod. The prosecutor, Emmanuel Monday told the court that the defendant allegedly committed the offence on Sept. 4, at 60 Ogbaga Road, Kpirikpiri in Abakaliki Local Government in Ebonyi. Monday alleged that Chima did cause the death of his wife by beating her with iron rods He told the court the defendant allegedly beaten his wife with iron rods until she died. Monday said the offence was punishable under Section 319 (1) of the…

A New York judge has ruled Donald Trump’s hush money conviction is valid, rejecting the president-elect’s argument that it should be dismissed in the wake of a landmark immunity ruling from the US Supreme Court. In July, the country’s top court ruled that presidents have broad immunity from criminal prosecution for “official actions”they take while in office. But on Monday, Manhattan Judge Juan Merchan who presided over Trump’s trial this past spring sided with prosecutors, saying the convictions on 34 felony counts centred on “unofficial conduct.” The decision preserves Trump’s historic conviction which, if upheld, would make Trump the first…

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has initiated criminal proceedings against European subsidiaries of Apple, accusing the tech giant of incorporating illegally mined “blood minerals” into its global supply chain. The complaints, filed in Paris and Brussels, allege that Apple procured minerals sourced from conflict-stricken eastern DRC and Rwanda, where materials are reportedly mined illicitly and subsequently integrated into tech devices. The filings further claim Apple’s French and Belgian units misled consumers regarding the integrity of its supply chains. Lawyers representing the DRC stated the case encompasses war crimes, money laundering, forgery, and consumer deception. Paris-based lawyer, William Bourdon…

Gunmen suspected to be terrorists attacked Batsari Local Government Area of Katsina State and abducted at least 25 people consisting mostly of women and children. Several homes were ransacked by the hoodlums in the incident that occurred late Sunday night. According to a resident of the community who asked not to be named, the gunmen stormed the community in their numbers, shooting sporadically to announce their presence. He said the hoodlums did not kill anyone but abducted the said number of people and moved them into the forest. He said the gunmen operated without restraints as security operatives did not…

Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu on Tuesday disbursed the sum of N1.9nbillion to the elderly across 36 states and Federal Capital Territory through her Renewed Hope Initiative programme. Beneficiaries of the donation aged 65 and above got N200,000 each tagged, Renewed Hope Initiative Elderly Support Scheme (RHIESS). Mrs Tinubu, who was represented by the First Lady of Lagos, Dr Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu at the State House, Alausa, gave N50 million to 250 beneficiaries in Lagos. The donation was increased to N200,000 this year from N100,000 that was provided last year for the elderly citizens during this festive season. At the…

A wristwatch worn by the most influential French leader and war-time hero, Charles de Gaulle fetched more than half a million euros as part of an auction of his personal items in Paris, auction house, Artcurial has said. The 537,920-euro ($564,000) sale price on Monday evening set a worldwide record for a watch by 150-year-old French brand LIP. The manufacturer, based in Besancon in eastern France, still produces a “General de Gaulle” watch thanks to the patronage of the man regarded as the country’s greatest modern statesman. Monday’s auction of de Gaulle memorabilia by Artcurial, which included letters, a book…

Nollywood actress and media personality, Nancy Isime, has shared an inspiring story of achieving two of her lifelong dreams, building her father’s dream home and purchasing a mansion for herself at the age of 33. Taking to social media, Nancy reflected on her humble beginnings and the unwavering determination that led her to this monumental moment. She expressed gratitude for the journey, highlighting her resilience and hard work as key drivers of her success. The actress, well-known for her outstanding contributions to Nollywood and the entertainment industry, used her story to encourage fans and followers, proving that dreams can indeed…