Category: Odd news

Assault:Ogun Govt Suspends Monarch For Six Months

ADEOLA YUSUF

The Ogun State Government on Monday suspended the Olorile of Orile Ifo, Oba Abdulsemiu Ogunjobi, for six months for assaulting a 73 year old man, Chief Abraham Areola. This was conveyed in a statement signed by the State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon Ganiyu Hazmat,obtained by Premium News. According to him,the suspension became necessary following the uncivil conduct of the monarch on his subject in the public glare, not befitting the status of an Oba. READ ALSO: ‘Not Tuesday Again,’ NLC Postpones Protest Against 50% Call, Data…

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How 30 Passengers Burnt To Death In Ondo Road Crash

ADEOLA YUSUF

At least 30 passengers were burnt to death in an auto crash, which occurred on the Onipetesi area of Mile 49 on the Ore-Lagos Road in Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State. City and Crime reports that the tragic accident occurred at the weekend when the drivers of two commercial buses heading for the eastern part of the country drove against the traffic and had a head-on collision, bursting into flames. Several eyewitness said the passengers were burnt beyond recognition while two others died on their way to the…

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Kaduna District Head Slumps, Dies At Occasion

ADEOLA YUSUF

A district head in the Zazzau emirate council of Kaduna State slumped at an occasion, on Thursday, and later died at the Gambo Sawaba General Hospital, Kofar gayan Zaria. The Sarkin Yakin Zazzau, Alhaji Rilwan Yahaya Pate, slumped attending an occasion along with the Emir of Zazzau, Mallam Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli. Confirming the incident in a statement, Abdullahi Aliyu Kwarbai, the Media and Publicity officer of the Zazzau. said “It is with great sadness that the Zazzau Emirate Council announces the passing of Sarkin Yakin Zazzau Alhaji Rilwanu Yahaya Pate,…

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I paid N80m Ransom To Tukur Mamu For My Mum, Sister’s Release, Witness Tells Court

ADEOLA YUSUF

A witness identified as prosecution witness D has testified in the ongoing trial of Tukur Mamu, the publisher of Desert Herald newspaper, at the federal high court in Abuja. The masked witness was led in evidence on Thursday by David Kaswe, a lawyer to the attorney-general of the federation (AGF). Mamu is facing trial on a 10-count charge bordering on alleged terrorism after he was accused of aiding and negotiating with the terrorists who attacked the Abuja-Kaduna train in March 2022. READ ALSO: JAMB Postpones 2025 UTME Registration Many Die…

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Nigeria Adds Hairstyling, Plumbing, GSM Repair, Others To Basic Education Curriculum

ADEOLA YUSUF

As part of efforts to reform the Education sector in Nigeria, the Federal Government has announced the addition of hairstyling, plumbing, GSM repair, makeup and 12 other new trades/new subjects to the basic education curriculum. The National Orientation Agency (NOA) disclosed this in a statement released. The new trades were added to the Basic Education curriculum to boost students’ practical skills and employability. The subjects include plumbing; tiling and floor works; POP installation; event decoration and management; bakery and confectioneries; hairstyling; makeup; interior design; GSM repairs and satellite/TV antenna installation.…

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‘No Apology,’ K1 Defends Controversial ‘Ganusi’ Remarks Against Muslim Clerics

ADEOLA YUSUF

Popular Fuji musician King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, widely known as K1 De Ultimate, has refused to apologise to Islamic clerics (Alfas) following a controversial remark he made during his late mother’s Fidau prayer, which many found offensive. In a clip showing K1 in conversation with a man while preparing for his late mother’s 8-day Fidau prayer, the artist was heard using the phrase “Ganusi” in reference to some Islamic clerics. Many interpreted the remark as implying that certain Alfas attend such ceremonies primarily for financial gain. The Fidau prayer, a…

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‘Days To Child’s Wedding,’ FMC Abeokuta Senior Staff ‘Commits’ Suicide

ADEOLA YUSUF

Mr. Adeniyi Oluwaseun, the acting Head of the Audit Department at the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Idi-Aba, Abeokuta, tragically ended his life on Sunday by reportedly jumping into a well. The incident occurred in the Obantoko area of Abeokuta, Ogun State, shortly after he had finished his dinner. It was revealed that Adeniyi’s child was due to marry in just a month’s time before the devastating event unfolded. His body was recovered from the well and has since been moved to a morgue. READ ALSO: ’48 Hrs After Explosion Killed…

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TikTok Stops Working As US Ban Comes Into Force

ADEOLA YUSUF

A new US law banning TikTok has come into effect, hours after the popular app stopped working across the country. Late on Saturday a message appearing on the TikTok for US users said a law banning TikTok had been enacted, meaning “you can’t use TikTok for now”. The video-sharing app was banned over concerns about its links to the Chinese government. It was given until 19 January to be sold to an approved US buyer to avert the ban. President Joe Biden had said he would leave the issue to…

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‘After Selling Same Land To Three Buyers,’ Man Allegedly Commits Suicide

ADEOLA YUSUF

A middle-aged man named Tartor Ayihe is said to have killed himself by consuming pesticide following a disagreement over a piece of land he sold to three different people in Makurdi, Benue State’s Ayihe neighborhood, close to the International Market. The dispute over the same piece of land’s several sales was allegedly the catalyst for the Wednesday night altercation. The deceased sold a piece of land to three purchasers, according to community sources, which sparked outrage and local authorities stepping in. One of the sources said, “The community leaders had…

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Daughters Of Drought: How Teen Girls Are Traded For Grass In Africa’s Climate Crisis

ADEOLA YUSUF

In the Maasai region of Kenya, drought leaves families with agonizing decisions. When the grass that feeds their cattle disappears, some parents see no choice but to trade their teenage daughters for survival. It’s a reality Dorcas Naishorua, a young activist and winner of the Miss Climate Kenya 2023 title, knows all too well. “For a girl to be considered ready for marriage in my community, she first undergoes female genital mutilation,” said Dorcas, interviewed for the Sustainable Africa Series. “Imagine being 13, mutilated, and then traded for grass to…

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