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“Have mercy on us” – Moment Lagos state government seizes traders’ goods displayed along the highway

On Friday, January 5, the Lagos State government took stringent action by seizing goods displayed by traders along major highways. A video circulating online captured the intense moment when traders pleaded for mercy as their goods was being confiscated. The crackdown was executed by special operatives of the Kick Against Indiscipline (KAI) and the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps (LAGESC).

The operation targeted street traders operating on various key routes including Agege Motor road, Old Secretariat GRA Ikeja, Awolowo way, Alausa Secretariat, Agidingbi Jakande road inward LTV 8, Ojodu Berger, and Fagba road. The Commissioner of Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, emphasized the necessity of the enforcement. In his words; ”We cannot be emotional about enforcement. We have severally warned that traders should desist from displaying or selling things on the walkway, setbacks or main road. It defaces the city and majorly for people’s safety. Early Friday, Special operatives of KAI/LAGESC again dislodged street traders operating on Agege Motor road, Old Secretariat GRA Ikeja, Awolowo way, Alausa Secretariat, Agidingbi Jakande road inward LTV 8, Ojodu Berger, Fagba road.” See below;

Chef Dammy’s pastor sued by Ekiti government, demands N10 million damages

Reports say that the pastor of Chef Dammy, Pastor Jeremiah has been sued by the Ekiti government for damages on behalf of the chef. The Nigerian chef Damilola Adeparusi, also known as Chef Dammy, has filed a lawsuit for rights infringement against Jeremiah Adegoke, and the Ekiti State Police Command at the Ekiti State High Court in Ado Ekiti. The lawsuit was filed by the Directorate of Citizens Rights (DCR) at the Ekiti State Ministry of Justice. The DCR also requested that the court prevent Mr. Adegoke and the police from detaining Chef Dammy and that the chef, who gained popularity following her unsuccessful effort to break a Guinness World Record, receive N10 million in damages.

Chef Dammy, Nigerian chef. source: Google The lawsuit was filed barely a week after Chef Dammy was reportedly arrested on the order of Mr Adegoke, who was her pastor. The 24-year-old raised concerns in October about alleged harassment and constant threats from people she labeled as “people of God” and her pastor, which sparked the conflict between Chef Dammy and her pastor. The Federal University, Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) 300-level Mass Communication student said that she had been intimidated and harassed, which had left her constantly afraid for her life. It’s unclear exactly what the chef and her once-supportive pastor were fighting about, but it seems like their disagreement stemmed from the unsuccessful cook-a-thon. The lawsuit seeks a declaration that the continued harassment, molestation, threat of arrest, and intimidation by the pastor, allied with Mr Samuel and the Nigerian police, infringes on the applicant’s fundamental human rights. The lawsuit further demands a restraining order preventing Chef Dammy’s arrest and seeks a compensation of N10 million for aggravation and damages.

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Colombian government Identifies notorious gang ELN as kidnappers of Luis Díaz father

Notorious Colombia gang group ELN, known for their criminal activities has been identified as the kidnappers of Luiz Diaz father. According to a tweet by Fabrizio Romano on Thursday, the Colombian government has reasons to believe that the group carried out the act. Diaz parents Luis Manuel Díaz and his wife, Cilenis Marulanda, were abducted last Saturday by armed men at a petrol station in Barrancas in Colombia’s northern La Guajira state. While Marulanda was freed the same day, there has been no update on Luis Manuel Díaz’s rescue after 5 days. Colombia government Identifies notorious gang as kidnappers of Luis Díaz father – Getty image The Colombian police have identified two of the four men who kidnapped Luis Manuel Díaz and are racing to prevent his captors from smuggling him into neighbouring Venezuela. The search for Luis Manuel Díaz is still ongoing across La Guajira, a desert region close to Venezuela which is reportedly a hotbed for armed groups smuggling contraband and cocaine. The Columbian police have reportedly, offered a reward for information leading to the rescue of Manuel Diaz.

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Wole Soyinka demands government recognition with yearly public holiday for traditional worshippers

Nobel laureate and renowned Nigerian playwright, Professor Wole Soyinka, has called on the Federal Government of Nigeria to declare a national public holiday for traditionalists in the country. This statement was made during his 89th birthday celebration, which was held over the weekend.

A photo of Professor Wole Soyinka. Photo Credit/Source: google Soyinka expressed his belief that traditionalists have been overlooked and neglected for far too long in the nation, and it is now high time for them to receive the recognition they deserve. He argued that traditional religions, just like Islam and Christianity, deserve annual holidays to celebrate their beliefs and traditions. In his words; “We’ve had enough of being second-class citizens in this nation. It’s time for equal time and equal space. We demand public holidays.”

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How government stole Banana Island which originally belonged to my dad – Nigerian-American man

A Nigerian-American man by the name, Remi Adeleke claims that Banana Island originally belonged to his dad until the government took it away from him. Remi Adeleke made this known in a tweet on his official Twitter page while celebrating US’s Independence Day.

How government stole Banana Island which originally belonged to my dad – Nigerian-American man. Credit: Remi Adeleke/ Twitter. According to the former US Navy Seal, his father had left Nigeria for the UK during his teens and after completing his education, he had returned a successful man with his expertise with the intention of creating a World Trade center. However, the Nigerian government, he claims, had in 1987 illegally taken away all his assets, including his man made island which was renamed to Banana Island. Read his full account below: “My Dad left Nigeria🇳🇬 in his late teens to be educated in the West🇬🇧 After completing his bachelors and Masters in the UK🇬🇧, he created multiple business in the West 🇺🇸🇬🇧and generated more wealth than he could have ever imagined. Dad brought all his talents and expertise back to Nigeria🇳🇬 with the hopes of creating a World Trade Center/African Wall Street. When I was born in Nigeria🇳🇬 I was surrounded by wealth, servants, opulence and two loving parents who despite having it all, modeled the importance hard work, never being a victim and never being satisfied with mediocrity. In 1987 the Nigerian government🇳🇬 illegally and corruptly stole all of my dad’s assets, including his man made island that’s now worth billions and was renamed to Banana Island. While fighting the Nigerian government🇳🇬 in court, he mysteriously died weeks later. We went from rich to poor over night. Mom brought my brother and me to America🇺🇸 It wasn’t easy, as we literally started from the bottom in the Bronx🙅🏾 My brother and I applied what our parents instilled in us at an early age, and despite the plethora of mistakes I made, we both became very successful. Without the opportunities America🇺🇸 has afforded my family, I’d be nothing. Yeah, America🇺🇸 isn’t perfect. We have our issues, just like every other country on the planet, but America🇺🇸 is one of the handful of places in the world where you can start with nothing, put in the work, and end up at the top. I love this country🇺🇸, and I’m not ashamed to say it. And the moment I feel otherwise, I’m gonna pack my stuff up, teach my kids a new language and seek life elsewhere. With that said, #HappyIndependenceDay 🇺🇸 #4thofjuly”

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We demolished government roundabout because it had Christian cross

Secretary to Kano State Government (SSG), Dr. Baffa Bichi, has disclosed that the symbolic Tumbin Giwa roundabout at the state government house was demolished because it had a Christian cross. Bichi offered the new explanation days after the state government revealed that the roundabout which serves as a symbol of the state’s Golden Jubilee was demolished in the interest of the public.

Kano SSG, Dr. Baffa Bichi. Source: Web The Kano SSG who sat for a radio interview, revealed that the roundabout was demolished because it had a Christian cross which is against the teachings of Islam. Bichi, a former senatorial candidate also said that the Hotoro interchange flyover which has two big crosses might also be demolished. He said; “If you take a drone to take the picture from the top, you will see a cross. In Kano, you cannot do that. Not only that it is in Kano, but in the Government House roundabout. This is against our norms and values and also against the teachings of Islam. “Another reason is that the roundabout is blocking people from seeing others from different directions. That is causing holdup and accidents along Government House road. This is not a wise decision.

Tumbin Giwa roundabout in Kano. Source: web “Secondly, the Hotoro interchange flyover is also carrying a big cross. We have to look at that too. This means if you are viewing Kano from the top using a drone, you will see two big crosses. That of the Government House and the flyover. We will not let that be.” Bichi also said they are carrying out massive demolition to return the state to its original master plan. He added; “How can you build shops inside mosques and residential area? This is wrong and that is what we are trying to address. That is why we ask everyone from the places that are wrongly built to remove their belongings. We gave notice severally, even before swearing in.” When asked if they will compensate those whose properties were demolished, Bichi asked them to claim their money from people that defrauded them.

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Governor Akeredolu is alive – Ondo government declares

Ondo state government has dismissed the claim of Governor Rotimi Akeredolu passing on days after it was reported that he’s ill and in critical condition. Sahara Reporters had reported that the Governor’s family had asked security agents and the politicians around him to turn off their phones to prevent photos of his alleged emaciated look from getting out.

Governor Rotimi Akeredolu. Source: Getty It was also alleged that Akeredolu had become bedridden and is set to be flown out of Nigeria on Saturday following his deteriorating health condition. Insiders had also alleged that the second-term All Progressives Congress Governor whose tenure will come to an end in 2025 has refused to hand over to his deputy. The publication reported that a source said; “Governor Akeredolu will be flown out of the country on Saturday for medical treatment. He is in a very critical condition. He was put in the wheelchair of his late mother and he seemed unconscious. “All security agents and a few top politicians around were asked to put off their phones. “His condition is very critical now, which is why he is being flown abroad. He is currently in Ibadan because that is where the family prefers to have him when his condition is critical because of the prying eyes and civil servants in Ondo. “Governor Akeredolu is incapacitated and bedridden in his Ibadan home. His hands and legs are immovable. His wife and kids also abandoned him.

Ondo state government seal. Source: YouTube “He is unable to sign documents but he could still speak. Meanwhile, he has refused to hand over the affairs of government to his deputy.” However, the Ondo state government in a terse five-paragraph statement issued on Saturday, June 3, denied the claim of Akeredolu being dead. They insisted that he is “hale and hearty”. It read; “We have been inundated with calls and messages concerning the state of health of the Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu. “The governor is hale and hearty. “We had chosen to ignore this wicked fabrication until it appeared that certain persons seek to draw political mileage from the disinformation. “Though the governor has been indisposed, he has been attending to state matters and delegating functions to functionaries of the government, when necessary. “We enjoin the members of the public to ignore the rumour. Aketi is very much alive.”

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Salo calls on government to arrest Bobrisky over inappropriate content

Nigerian Instagram influencer, Salo, has called on the Inspector General of Police, IGP Usman Alkali Baba, to arrest popular crossdresser, Bobrisky, over a viral video promoting lewdness. The video shows Bobrisky openly displaying affection and intimacy with a muscular man while advertising sexual enhancement products.

Salo urged the federal government to investigate the crossdresser’s activities, stating that it influences people negatively and does not make sense. Salo also criticized the government for not living up to their responsibilities in guiding the youth in their activities. He argued that by taking urgent action against Bobrisky’s inappropriate activities, young Nigerians will be encouraged to follow the right principles.

Furthermore, Salo accused Bobrisky of being a huge nuisance to society, stressing that his actions are getting out of hand. The content creator expressed concern that the authorities’ inaction in public indecency and other offenses gives the impression that anything is allowed. The call for Bobrisky’s arrest has stirred up a controversy on social media, with many Nigerians sharing their opinions on the matter. While some support Salo’s call for action against the crossdresser, others have criticized it, arguing that everyone is entitled to their choices and lifestyles One fan commented, “Salo just wants to trend by bringing Bobrisky down. Leave Bobrisky alone and focus on real issues.” Another wrote, “I don’t understand why people are so bothered by Bobrisky’s lifestyle. It’s his life, let him live it.” Another fan said, “I’m not a fan of Bobrisky’s lifestyle, but calling for his arrest is not the solution. We need to have a conversation about the influence he has on young people and how we can guide them towards making better choices.” See video below;

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British government tenders apology to Peter Obi over illegal detention

UK government apologize to Peter Obi illegal detention

The British government has tendered an apology to the Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi after he was wrongly fully detained by an immigration officer who had mistaken him for someone who impersonated him to commit some crimes.

It was also gathered from a statement released on the Labor Party website that the UK govt expressed that the unsavoury treatment had been totally unacceptable. “Frankly, the Immigration Official’s action – has been appalling – and we are sorry,” they quoted. Recall that the ex-Anambra governor was detained and questioned for a duplication violation, according to Diran Onifade, the party’s campaign council spokesman, who disclosed in a statement released on Wednesday, April 12. On Good Friday, April 7, 2023, Obi landed at Heathrow Airport in London from Nigeria and was confronted by immigration officers. He was given a detention note and instructed to move aside by the officials while he waited in line for the required airport procedures. Onifade said: “He was questioned for a long time and it was very strange for a man who lived for over a decade in that country. Since the impersonator is still at large, the scenario is unimaginable as Obi could be implicated in a series of forbidden acts and even be framed in a manner that could be a huge embarrassment to him, his family, his party, the obidient Movement, and indeed Nigeria, where he currently and indisputably remains the conscience of the people. The immigration officials who were also taken aback at the reaction of the people were forced to reveal that Obi was being questioned for a ‘DUPLICATION offense’ meaning that someone has been impersonating him in London. The high implication of the offense is that the impersonator could be committing all kinds of weighty crimes and other dubious acts and it would be recorded in Obi’s name.”

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Lagos State government places Chrisland school on probation for monitoring

The Lagos State Government has put Chrisland High School, Ikeja, under probation as they undergo a strict monitoring for one academic session.

Folasade Adefisayo, the State Commissioner for Education has given an update after he had a meeting with the management of Chrisland Schools and government agencies under the Lagos State Joint Task Force in charge of the implementation of the child protection and safeguarding policy. The management of Chrisland School have been given a direction by the Lagos State Ministry of Education to urgently implement short and long-term reforms in school governance and also to recruit a certified Risk Manager to conduct and render a detailed analysis of risk management to all students, all staff, stake holders and affected families over the death of the Miss Adeniran. “The stipulated conditions are outcomes of official investigations and reviews by all the agencies that form the Task Force and an example of the usual conditions precedent to reopening schools closed for any form of infraction in Lagos State”,Adefisayo said.

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