Author: Elizabeth Jenrola Oso

A clash by rival cult groups in the Umuka community, Nawfia in Njikoka Local Government Area of Anambra State, has led to the death of four cultists. The spokesman for the Anambra State Police Command, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, who confirmed the development on Tuesday, said the rival cultists who, were locked in a battle for control and supremacy, clashed on Monday, resulting in the death of the four cultists. Reports also said some eyewitnesses and villagers disclosed that the victims were known for their nefarious activities and were always in rivalry with another cult group in the area. The Police…

The police have released singer, comedian, and content creator, Darlington Okoye, popularly known as Speed Darlington on bail. Darlington was arrested and detained following a petition from Grammy Award winner, Damini Ogulu, better known as Burna Boy, alleging cyberstalking. The controversial musician was released to lawyer, Deji Adeyanju after meeting conditions stipulated by police at the Inspector General of Police Intelligence Response Team’s Department in the Guzape area of Abuja. According to SaharaReporters, Darlington was arrested in Lagos on Friday and taken to various formations in the state before he was taken to Abuja and detained by the IRT team,…

As Hurricane Milton strengthened into a Category 5 storm, US President Joe Biden has said those living in the storm’s path should leave immediately and it is a matter of “life and death.” Also, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis said residents have a short window to execute their evacuation plans ahead of Hurricane Milton’s landfall, expected tomorrow night. “You should be executing your plan now. If you’re gonna get out, get out now,” DeSantis said at a news conference Tuesday afternoon. “You have time today. Time will be running out very shortly, if you wait any longer,” he added. The hurricane…

Grammy Award-winning musician, Burna Boy has responded to the growing concerns surrounding rapper Speed Darlington’s mysterious disappearance, which has left fans alarmed. Reports surfaced earlier stating that Speed Darlington had been missing for three days, with fans pointing out his unusual absence from social media and the lack of communication from him. The timing of Speed Darlington’s disappearance has raised eyebrows, as it comes just weeks after he publicly questioned Burna Boy’s Grammy win. Speed Darlington had suggested that the win was influenced by American rapper and music mogul Diddy, sparking controversy and debate. In response to the ongoing situation,…

The head of Hezbollah’s logistics headquarters, Suhail Hussein Husseini, was killed in an Israeli airstrike on Beirut on Tuesday. Making the announcement, the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) said the headquarters that Husseini commanded oversees Hezbollah logistics and budgeting of its various units. According to Times of Israel, Hussein was also a member of Hezbollah’s Jihad Council, the terror group’s top military body. The IDF says, “Husseini played a crucial role in weapon transfers between Iran and Hezbollah and was responsible for distributing the advanced weaponry among Hezbollah’s units, overseeing both the transportation and allocation of these arms.” The military says…

In a midnight attack, bandits killed two persons and abducted the district head, Alhaji Isah Daya, along with eight others in Kanya, a community in the Danko/Wasagu Local Government Area of Kebbi State. The state Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Nafiu Abubakar, who confirmed the attack in a statement, stated that a combined security team led by the police has launched a manhunt to rescue the abducted district head and other individuals and arrest the bandits. The statement added, ”The attack led to the deaths of one Sheriff Almu and another person, while three others who suffered gunshot wounds…

American singer and songwriter Taylor Swift has emerged world’s richest female musician after surpassing Barbadian singer and businesswoman, Robyn Rihanna Fenty, popularly known as Rihanna. Forbes Magazine, on Monday, confirmed 34-year-old Swift as the richest female musician in the world with a net worth of $1.6 billion. Swift is the first female to enter the billionaire league solely from her songs and music performances. Forbes acknowledged the pop star’s financial victory primarily to her sold-out Global Eras tour and the value of her entire music catalogue, making her the first musician to become a billionaire from her songs and live…

The Police said on Monday that it has arrested a sex worker, Joy Kelvin, who allegedly stabbed a 48-year-old man identified simply as Okafor to death at Jakande Housing Estate in the Lekki area of Lagos State.The state Police Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, who confirmed the news in a statement on his X account, said the incident occurred on Monday morning at about 5:30 am. Hundeyin said the deceased (Okafor) had brought Kelvin to his house to spend the night. The Police Spokesman stated that the deceased’s friend, however, reported at the Ilasan Police Division at about 7 am…

Popular skit maker and comedian, Sabinus has expressed frustration after losing his wristwatch valued at $11,000 (approximately N18 million) during a show in Uganda. The content creator had traveled to Gulu city in Uganda for a successful performance, but the event took a sour turn when he realized his expensive wristwatch was missing. Sabinus shared his disappointment over the loss, stating that the watch, which holds significant value could not be found after the show. Reflecting on the incident, he humorously lamented why he hadn’t just left the wristwatch behind in Nigeria before embarking on his trip. The skit maker’s…

The National Association of Academic Technologists (NAAT), has threatened that its members will withdraw their services in the universities if the federal government failed to pay their withheld five and half months salaries, among other demands within 21 days. Rising from its 56th National Executive Council (NEC) meeting held in Yobe, Taraba State, the university union said the decision was a major part of its resolutions in the meeting. According to a letter signed by the association’s President, Comrade Ibeji Nwokoma, and addressed to the minister of state for labour and employment, the union warned that they would not be…