A young man identified on Twitter as Groovy has called out his bank, Polaris Bank for trying to steal his money in his account claiming he’s dead. According to the young man, the bank told him they have a court order from Abuja Court claiming he was dead and had his account frozen by the bank. The young man disclosed that the bank deactivated his account in February and also filled out every required form. After weeks of back and forth, the bank told him he was legally dead hence he cannot access the money in his account. Read his tweets below. Every decent investigative journalist in Nigeria should be getting across for the scoop on this case. The more I look the more I am pissed and 100% convinced this was an inside job by employees of @PolarisBankLtd They messed with the wrong one this time and the world will know. — Groovy (@avogroovy) May 16, 2023 My requests here are simple @PolarisBankLtd send me a copy of the court order from Abuja saying I am dead and a hold (PND) should be placed on my account so I can go to the same court and show proof of life or lift the inactive status on my account. — Groovy (@avogroovy) May 16, 2023
Naked man found dead in a car
An unidentified young man was found dead and naked in a car in Isheri, Olowora Road, Ojodu Berger in Lagos. According to reports, some residents of the community found the young man naked and dead in a Black Toyota car this morning.
It was reported that the man was found with his shirt and trousers lying on the floor beside the car while his head was lying on the driver’s seat and his legs stretched across the passenger seat at the front side. While some residents were unable to identify him, others claim to have seen him in the vicinity countless times. The police at Isheri Divisional headquarters are currently investigating the issue.
7 guests feared dead after drinking local tea at Kano wedding
A groom is reportedly on the run following the death of seven guests shortly after drinking a local tea suspected to have been made with a local leaf known as “Zakami” at his wedding. It was also gathered that other guests were hospitalized after drinking the local tea which contains a psychoactive substance at the wedding ceremony which took place at Sheka area of Kumbotso Local Government, Kano metropolis. Sanusi Yahaya, older brother of the bride told Daily Trust that they suspect the tea was prepared with different types of drugs. He also said that it has become a norm for young people in the area, especially drug addicts, to hide behind ceremonies to prepare and take tea laced with drugs. Yahaya said; “They cooked the tea and they themselves didn’t even know the number and types of drugs that were inside to the extent that some had to abandon it. But some of them insisted that they must drink from the tea, saying that their brains can take it. “After drinking the tea, two people died, some have recovered while others are hospitalised.”
Another eyewitness, Abdullahi Muhammad confirmed the death figure. He further revealed that some of those hospitalised were not from the area but were just passing by and decided to drink from the tea. Muhammad added; “We don’t know the exact number for now, but in the morning seven were confirmed dead. Some of them were not even invited to the wedding, they just came to disguise and take their drugs.”
How I found my 6 puppies dead after landlady’s eviction notice
In a heartbreaking incident shared on social media, a Nigerian man known as @Letter_to_Jack has revealed that he found six of his puppies dead after refusing to pack out of his apartment when his landlady asked him to. According to the man, he had a Rottweiler which gave birth to eight puppies, but the dogs were causing nuisance in the compound. The landlady reportedly gave the man a quit notice two weeks before his rent expired, insisting that he must leave when it expired. However, the man requested for three months’ notice, which is the standard practice, so that he could find another place to live. When the landlady refused to comply, the man decided to call her bluff and refused to pack out of the apartment while telling her to bring the lawyer that drafted the eviction notice. Unfortunately, when the man went out one morning and returned in the evening, he found that six of his puppies had been poisoned to death. He had earlier sold two out of the eight, so it was only the remaining six puppies that died in one day. In his words; “I moved to a new house in 2017, told the Landlady (wife of landlord, husband abroad) that I have a dog (Rot) and I’d be moving in with her, but she shouldn’t worry, she is always caged and she agreed. Few months later, My dog “fell” pregnant and later, gave birth. The puppies (they are a menace) were problematic, I admit. I barricaded my personal veranda for them to have roaming space, the dog-mom remained in the cage. LandLady gave me quit notice two weeks to the expiration of my rent. I said fine, I understand, I’d leave but you know by law this was supposed to come with 3 months notice. Give me 3 months to look for a new place. I’ll pay for the 3 months. She said no, I had to leave when my rent expires. I called her bluff, asked her to go and bring the lawyer who served the notice. I went out one morning, came back in the evening to meet 6 dead puppies on the floor (sold 2 of 8).Apparently someone poisoned them. There were a total of 10 flats in the house, no one to point to. I couldn’t cry.” @iam_doctormayor asked; Did you get her arrested ? @Letter_to_Jack, replied; “No. There was no way I’d pin it on her
Former Nigerian defender, Mike Onyemachara, is dead
A former member of the Flying Eagles team, Mike Onyemachara who won a silver medal in Saudi Arabia in 1989, passed away on Thursday, May 4th, 2023. He was reported to have been in good health when his wife and children left for work and school, respectively. However, upon their return, they found that the food on the table had not been touched and Onyemachara had passed away. The circumstances surrounding his death remain unclear at this time, although there are rumours that he may have passed away in his 3-bedroom apartment in Ajegunle. Some of his close teammates have reported that he had been experiencing back pain in recent times. Onyemachara was known for his skill as a defender and played most of his games with First Bank of Lagos. He was also a valuable member of the Saudi 89 Flying Eagles team.
400-level LAUTECH student found dead days after being declared missing
Oluwatobi Ogunmola, a student of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), who had been reported missing a few days ago, has been discovered dead. According to a reliable source on campus who spoke to The Punch, Ogunmola’s body was found hanging in a bush in Gambari, Ogbomoso, within the Surulere Local Government area of Oyo State.
In addition to being a Physics student in LAUTECH, Ogunmola was also known to work as a mobile phone technician and solar system consultant. Mourning his passing, a Facebook friend of his, Adeleke Abel Ayoade wrote; “In time like this, we sympathise with the family of Ogunmola Taiwo on the death of (their) son who was found dead. The death came as a shock to everyone especially the people of Gambari in Ogbomoso. “Very calm and reserved brother. We pray God to console the family and rest the soul of the deceased.”
Married Police officer shoots girlfriend dead over suspicion of cheating
An Inspector known as Ahmed Twumasi, who is suspected of killing his girlfriend Victoria Daapa, also known as Maa Adwoa, has been arrested by the Ghana Police Service.
Twumasi, who is married with children, is accused of shooting the 27-year-old mother of one at close range on April 20th, 2023 in Adum, Kumasi. Daapa was taken to the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital where she was declared dead upon arrival. The police issued a press release on April 23rd, 2023 stating that Twumasi was apprehended at Sekyere near Effiduase in the Ashanti Region.
“The Police have this evening arrested a Police officer, Inspector Ahmed Twumasi, who is alleged to have shot and killed a female adult, who was believed to be his girlfriend,” the statement read. “The shooting incident occurred in Kumasi, in the Ashanti region, on Thursday, 20th April 2023. The suspect, who has been on the run since the incident, was arrested at Sekyere, near Effiduase in the Ashanti Region as a result of a special Police operation, which was launched following the shooting incident. The suspect is currently in Police custody and will be put before court to face justice.” According to reports, the police officer believed that Maa Adwoa was being unfaithful to him. Despite her denying the accusations, he grew progressively more agitated. An eyewitness stated that the officer kissed Maa Adwoa before fatally shooting her.
“After the first two shots, she was pleading with the guy to stop and he added three more shots before jumping into a rickshaw to run away. Because he was holding a gun, we could not attempt to arrest him,” the eyewitness narrated. According to Maa Adwoa’s uncle, who was present at the scene, the police officer shot her in the forehead followed by multiple shots to her stomach and other parts of her body until she fell and died. As per Atakora, Maa Adwoa’s father, who spoke to GHPage, his daughter had a boyfriend known to him, and they both had a baby girl together. “The man I know is a footballer. He even has a brother who has played for the Black Stars before. He and Madwoa have a daughter together. I am not aware of this police inspector and his relationship with my child,” the heartbroken father said.
Nedu tenders apology over ‘marriage is dead’ comment on Achraf Hakimi’s saga
Popular OAP, Chinedu Ani Emmanuel alias Nedu Wazobia, bow to pressure as he tenders an apology over the ‘marriage is dead’ comment on Achraf Hakimi‘s divorce saga.
The OAP in reaction to the divorce saga trailing the Moroccan football player had stated that women now see marriage as a poverty alleviation program while concluding his statement with ‘marriage is dead.’ Nedu on Achraf Hakimi’s Marriage
“I no know if una don see that video or the message or the pictures of that PSG footballer wey them dey call Hakimi wey e be say him be 24-year-old and his wife dey ask for divorce. And the divorce wey she dey ask for, she dey talk say 50 percent of wettin the guy get make them give her. “You see say marriage don die? In fact, if people believe anything for marriage before, the thing wey dey go on now with marriage for inside the whole world, people no want enter marriage again. Na most women, some of una, na e dey make some people no want enter marriage because una don turn the thing to poverty alleviation scheme.” Nedu Apologizes on Marriage is Dead Comment Following the backlash that trailed his comment, the OAP rendered an apology to everyone affected while emphasizing that his salary comes from their pocket; hence, he does not have an option but to oblige as they say.
20 dead as gunmen attack Southern Kaduna community
A group of gunmen attacked the Sankwab community located in the Zango-Kataf Local Government Area of Southern Kaduna killing at least 20 people.
On Saturday night, the attackers invaded and destroyed several homes while causing damage to properties worth millions of naira. The Kaduna State Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Samuel Aruwan, confirmed the incident but did not disclose the exact number of casualties. According to a source, the perpetrators, who are believed to be Fulani militia, opened fire randomly and killed at least twenty villagers, causing panic and forcing residents to flee for their lives. However, the military’s timely intervention helped to contain the situation. In response to the latest killings in Southern Kaduna, the Commissioner revealed that the military had informed the state government of the significant loss of lives. In a statement released to newsmen on Sunday, titled “Several lives lost in Runji village of Zangon Kataf LGA… El-Rufai condemns killings,” he reported that the attack resulted in numerous fatalities and many residents sustaining injuries. Additionally, according to the preliminary report submitted to the state government, an unspecified number of houses were burned. Commissioner’s Statement on Attack in Southern Kaduna “The military has informed the Kaduna State Government of an attack in Runji village, Zangon Kataf LGA, in which several lives were lost on Saturday night. “The preliminary report further informed the government that the attack also left some residents injured and an unspecified number of houses burnt down in the community. “According to the report, troops had a fierce encounter with the attackers and are still in the general area. “While waiting for a detailed report, Governor Nasir El-Rufai who received the preliminary report in the early hours of Sunday has condemned the killings as unacceptable and unjustifiable. “The Governor condoled the families that lost their loved ones and prayed for the repose of the victims’ souls. He also prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured. “The Kaduna State Government will update the public on the incident as soon as detailed reports are received from the security agencies.”
Four dead, 11 hospitalized following pastor’s order to fast until they ‘meet Jesus’
A Kenyan pastor, Makenzie Nthenge has been arrested for the death of four of his church members who were allegedly directed to fast to “meet Jesus.”
On April 14, the police conducted a raid in response to the tip about “ignorant citizens starving to death under the pretext of meeting Jesus after being brainwashed by a suspect, Makenzie Nthenge, a pastor of Good News International Church”. During the operation, four members were discovered dead, and eleven were admitted to the hospital. Of the hospitalized individuals, seven men and four women between the ages of 17 and 49 including three in critical condition. According to Charles Kamau, criminal investigations chief of Malindi sub-county, “The pastor is under arrest after he surrendered because he knew we were looking for him.”
Kamau stated that the pastor has been detained in anticipation of his court hearing on Monday, April 17th. There are rumours of a probable mass burial site in the Shakahola forest, where other devotees might have been interred, and investigators are anticipated to carry on with their search on Saturday. “It is further suspected that there are many victims in the forest land believed to belong to the suspect,” the police report said. According to the local media, Nthenge was apprehended and accused last month following the death of two children from starvation while in the care of their parents. Subsequently, he was granted bail of 100,000 Kenyan shillings ($700).