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  • Hilda Baci: Speed up confirmation, Moses Bliss urges Guinness records

    Hilda Baci: Speed up confirmation, Moses Bliss urges Guinness records

    Gospel artiste Moses Bliss has urged the Guinness World Records to speed up the confirmation of Nigerian chef, Hilda Bassey aka Hilda Baci for longest cooking marathon in the world by an individual.

    Moses Bliss, who is the ‘Miracle No Dey Tire Juses’ crooner, said the world is waiting for the pronouncement of Guinness Book of Record to officially seal Baci’s laudable efforts.

    He said the unprecedented feat recorded by the 27-year-old restaurateur speaks to the uncanny determination, exceptional diligence and the indomitable spirit of the Nigerian youth. 

    “Hilda Baci’s mind-blowing attempt is testament to the unwavering resolve of the Nigerian youth to aim for the stars. Baci has carved a name for herself as a pacesetter and a worthy ambassador of Nigerian youth in the comity of nations, pushing the flag of the country positively across the globe,” Moses stated.

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    “It is satisfactory that Guinness World Records has acknowledged Baci’s effort and said a review is ongoing to crown her with the much-coveted and deserving position but this should be fast-tracked without compromise for laid-down standards. This only is how to reward hard work.

    “Again, the Nigerian youths keep proving our naysayers wrong that many good things can still come from our Nazareth. Like Tobi Amusan, Paul Kehinde, Bose Omolayo, amongst many others, Nigerian youths, the female gender especially, are putting Nigeria on the world map.”

  • Gunmen kill one, abduct three in Kwara

    Gunmen kill one, abduct three in Kwara

    Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have killed one person in Kwara State.

    The gunmen also abducted three persons in the process.

    The incident happened around Ijara Using, Isin local government area of the state on Tuesday this week.

    However, sources said that scores of people were abducted by the gunmen.

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    One source gave the name of the death person as Adeyemi of Pamo Isin.

    He advised “people In Isin local government of the state to avoid travelling between Ijara and Isanlu road.”

    Confirming the incident, Kwara spokesperson Ajayi Okasanmi said one person was killed and three others still missing according to the information available.

    Okasanmi added that “police men were drafted to the scene since yesterday.”

  • DJ Cuppy builds virtual lab for Lagos school

    DJ Cuppy builds virtual lab for Lagos school

    Disc jockey DJ Cuppy has built a virtual lab for students of Jakande Estate College in Lagos. 

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    She posted a video of her visit to the lab and wrote: “Visited Jakande Estate College, where I recently built a virtual lab, Everyone knows I’m obsessed with Education and I feel blessed to be a part of such a transformative project. So proud of all the impact work the @cuppyfoundation has done and will continue to be there!”

  • Ghana raises electricity tariffs by more than 18%

    Ghana raises electricity tariffs by more than 18%

    Ghana utility regulator on Wednesday said the average end-user tariff for electricity has been increased by 18.36 per cent for the second quarter of 2023.

    According to the regulator, Ghana had previously added almost 30 per cent tariff in the first quarter.

    The West African country is grappling with soaring inflation, debt and a depreciating currency that pushed it to the brink of default.

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    It has sought support from the International Monetary Fund, which is expected to approve the first loan tranche of a three billion dollars package on Wednesday.

    The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission said the tariff hike was due to the net effect of further currency depreciation, inflation, and an increase in the cost of gas.

    “Utility companies are under-covering and require an upward adjustment of their rates in order to keep the lights on,” it added, noting that the potential for outages was high.

    (Reuters/NAN)

  • Former Methodist Prelate Mbang dies at 86

    Former Methodist Prelate Mbang dies at 86

    A former Prelate of the Methodist Church of Nigeria, Sunday Mbang is dead.

    Mbang died at 86. Details of his death are still sketchy. 

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    Sunday Mbang was born in Idua Eket, Eket Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State of the Federal Republic of Nigeria on 26 August 1936.

  • Respect women married to actors, says Junior Pope

    Respect women married to actors, says Junior Pope

    Actor Junior Pope Odonwodo has praised women married to actors and said that they should be respected.

    He said being married to an actor is not easy for women.

    Junior Pope spoke after he shared a movie scene from a movie scene where he is seen kissing another woman.

    Read Also: Fans react as Junior Pope babysits son

    He stated that many wives of actors find it uncomfortable to watch their husbands perform sensitive roles.

    He urged his colleagues to honour and appreciate their wives.

    Junior Pope wrote: “Our Wives Dey Try Jooor; Respect To Women Married To An Actor. It’s All To Put Food On The Table. Even As It’s Called Make Belief, It’s Not Easy On You Guys And We Understand, and appreciate our wives. and celebrate them”.

  • 101-year-old man petitions IGP over son’s abduction in Enugu

    101-year-old man petitions IGP over son’s abduction in Enugu

    A 101-year-old retiree Pa Nicholas Ugwoke has petitioned the Inspector General of Police over an alleged attack in his house and abduction of his 33-year-old graduate son, Kingsley Chika Ugwoke.

    Pa Ugwoke, the oldest man in Azuokpe village, Umudim, Ibagwa-Ani, Nsukka Local Government Area of Enugu State, alleged that some policemen invaded his house, carted away family properties, caused massive destructions in the building and properties inside, shot his son, Kingsley, took him away, and till date his whereabout is unknown to the family.

    According to the centenarian, the heartbreaking thing was that till date nobody has told him or members of his family why his house was invaded and destroyed and his last son shot and taken to unknown place.

    In the petition which was copied to Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi and Commissioner of Police, the old man alleged that “on July 11, 2022, a team of armed police officers in 7 Hillux Vans and one Sienna car stormed my house at 9.30am and opened fire on Mr. Ugwoke Kingsley Chika who was wearing only boxer as he just finished taking his morning bath”.

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    Part of the petition reads: “I am the eldest man in Azuokpe village, aged 101 years (as at September 2022 when petition was written) and the father of Ugwoke Kingsley Chika who is my last born and just graduated from Enugu State University of Science and Technology(ESUT), wherein he studied Microbiology and was working towards his clearance to enable him participate in the National Youth Service Corps.

    “While my son Ugwoke Kingsley was awaiting call up letter for the National Youth Service, our village, Ibeagwa-Ani, set up a local vigilante to assist the Nigeria Police in maintaining law and order in our village. He was head of the vigilante.

    “Unfortunately, on the 11th day of July, 2022, a team of armed police officers in seven Hills vans and one Sienna car stormed my house at 9.30am and opened fire on Mr. Ugwoke Kingsley Chika who was wearing only boxer as he just finished his morning bath.

    “After shooting him between the hours of 9.30sm and 10am, the said team of police officers threw him into a Hillux van as if he was a lifeless wood. They equally arrested three other boys in and around my compound and took them to Nsukka Central police station.

    “All these happened without any resistance from Ugwoke Kingsley who was repeatedly crying in a very loud voice, demanding to know what offence he has committed.

    “Two hours later, the same team of police officers came back to my house and destroyed my house which I built in 1960 and was only renovated recently.

    “The level of destruction in my house was heartrending and mind boggling to the extent that all the glass windows, doors, bookshelves, standing fans, among other things were all vanished.

    “As if these destructions were not enough, CG motorcycle, Summec 27000 generator and bags containing my clothes and that of the household were carted away. The worst was that  the diabetic drugs being taken by my sick wife were not spared by these stern looking police officers”, Pa Ugwoke lamented.

    He said since the sad incident happened in his house, his family had been going to various police stations in Enugu in search of Kingsley but “no police officer has explained to my family the allegations against my son, Ugwoke Kingsley Chika and his whereabout”.

    The centenarian appealed to the IGP to order a thorough investigation into the incident and get to the root of what happened to his son.

    When contacted on the petition, the spokesman of Enugu State Police Command,  DSP Daniel Ndukwe said: “I’m sure the petition would’ve been endorsed for investigation. But I’ll have to verify, please”.

  • Eight facts about depression

    Eight facts about depression

    Depression is a common mental health disorder that affects millions worldwide. It is a serious medical condition that can have a negative impact on a person’s quality of life.

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    Here are facts about depression :

    • Depression can be caused by a combination of genetic, environmental, and psychological factors.
    • Symptoms of depression include feeling sad or hopeless, loss of interest in activities, changes in appetite or sleep patterns, and difficulty concentrating.
    • Depression can be treated with medication, therapy, or a combination of both.
    • Exercise, healthy eating, and getting enough sleep can also help manage symptoms of depression.
    • Depression is not a sign of weakness or a personal failing, and seeking help is a sign of strength.
    • Depression can affect people of all ages, genders, and backgrounds.
    • Left untreated, depression can lead to more serious health problems and may increase the risk of suicide.
    • With proper treatment and support, most people with depression can recover and lead fulfilling lives.
  • JUST IN: Labour Party factions clash after tribunal proceedings

    JUST IN: Labour Party factions clash after tribunal proceedings

    There was serious drama within the leadership of the Labour Party after the court proceeding on Wednesday after a faction of the party strongly resisted journalists from interviewing the Lamidi Apapa-led group.

    The group waited to block the interview with Apapa and booed him while chanting “ole”, “thief” and other uncomplimentary words.

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    The police quickly intervened as Apapa was swiftly taken outside the court premises even as the chanting continued.

    The Nation reports that drama ensued at the Presidential Election Petitions Tribunal on Wednesday when officials of the two factions of Labour Party clashed.

    Before the court began proceeding, the factions of the Labour Party could be sighted at the PEP Court, engaging in a war of words over which faction is the authentic one.

    Details Shortly…

  • I battered my little cousin over inability to recite English alphabet – Nursing mother

    I battered my little cousin over inability to recite English alphabet – Nursing mother

    A 24-year old woman, Abigail Eguta has admitted battering her 7-year old cousin in Onitsha, Anambra State.

    The suspect, both pregnant and nursing mother, said she inflicted injuries on the victim’s body for eating fish she bought for Sunday meal.

    She added that she beat him for not correctly reciting the English alphabets (A,B,C,D…). 

    “Actually, it was not my intention to flog him on the eyes nor to blind him, it was by mistake that the beating extended to his eyes.

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    “I am very sorry. Please, forgive me, it is the handiwork of the devil,” she sobbed.

    The suspect, said to be a biological sister to the victim’s mother, however claimed she was beaten by her husband, a businessman when he returned and saw what she did to the boy.

    The Nation gathered that the victim, simply identified as Sunday, was brought to the office of the Commissioner for Women Affairs in the State by some good-spirited individuals who rescued him from the suspect.

    The source further said it was barely a year the victim, an out-of-school child, was brought to the suspect said to hail from Ikwo in Ebonyi State, but residing in Onitsha with her family.

    The visibly malnourished boy also sustained swollen eyes he could hardly see with, as well as bruises on different parts of his body.

    Reacting, Commissioner for Women Affairs, Ify Obinabo, condemned the act, describing it as unjustifiable and unacceptable.

    She decried increasing cases of child abuse in the state, regretting that such heartlessness was becoming rampant among young mothers.

    “One wonders why many guardians will have the minds to treat someone else’s children who are in their custody as if they are animals, while they pamper their own children,” she said.

    While reprimanding the suspect for what she described as ‘wickedness against another person’s child’, Obinabo reassured her Ministry’s commitment in fishing out and legally dealing with such wicked guardians in the state.

    She also ordered the transfer of the case to the Anambra State Police Command for proper investigation, after which the suspect will be charged.

    The victim has been taken to an undisclosed hospital in Awka for proper medical attention.