Kaduna couple and six children perish in fire accident

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A tragic incident took place in the Sabon gari area of Zaria, Kaduna State where a family of eight, including a couple and their six children, lost their lives in a fire that destroyed their home. Kaduna couple and six children perish in fire accident The incident occurred on February 23, 2023, around 2 am in the Hayin Ojo area while the family was asleep. According to a report from Daily Trust, Mallam Junaidu Mohammed, a neighbour, confirmed the tragic incident on Friday. “Though we could not ascertain the cause of the inferno, it started around 2am on Thursday when everybody was asleep. “But we could not rescue the family alive. All efforts to get the fire service to the scene were not successful. We didn’t see firefighters until we buried the victims,” Mohammed stated. Elder brother of the deceased father, Adamu Mohammed, said, “Those who lost their lives in the inferno include his late brother, Mallam Rabi’u Mohammed and his wife, Fatima. Others were his six children, Rabiatu, Ibrahim, Abubakar, Hauwa’u, Hindatu and Baby Umar, who was about 34 days old. We actually could not identify the cause of the fire, but the whole house was completely burnt.” All the possessions in the house were entirely destroyed. The deceased family members were laid to rest in accordance with Islamic customs.

God is faithful – Man says as fire refuses to burn Peter Obi’s portrait

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A Nigerian artist has cried out online after his shop was burnt beyond repair, with Peter Obi‘s portrait untouched. In the video, the victim revealed that every single artwork in his shop caught fire except the one of Peter Obi, the presidential candidate for labour party.

The owner of the shop said in the video: “Omo God is faithful, see shop this morning, out everything that was in this shop, this was the only picture that was revived. Everything single thing was burnt down except this picture.”

Reacting to the video, @mikoly96 wrote: “Omo na Big sign ohhhh🙌🙌🔥🔥 TB Joshua has said it already that’s a leader from an unknown party will emerge the position of the presidency.🔥🙌 And shall come to pass amen🙌” @oluwadolar wrote: “Psalm 105:15 Touch not my anointed and do my prophets no harm.” Watch the video below:

Yul Edochie under fire as he acts as Peter Obi in new movie

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Controversial Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie berated for imitating the voice and behavior of presidential candidate, Peter Obi, in his new movie.

The thespian who has been making the headlines since showcasing his second wife, Judy Austin, revealed that he had released a new movie based on Peter Obi. He shared a trailer of the movie in which he was seen behaving and expressing same principles of frugality like the businessman.

Yul Edochie also mimicked Peter Obi’s way of speaking which seemed to have rather enraged fans. Watch the video below; Reacting to the post, obidiya.1 wrote: “Casting with Peter Obi name is ok but that voice is not his please. Edit bfr u release it. Don’t disrespect our President like u did to May. T for thanks” warldbest wrote: “But Peter obi marry one wife” elegantkiddies_thrift wrote: “What kind of voice is this? E no follow abeg” desywiz wrote: “What a nonsense movie from yul and what a stupid voice is this. PETER OBI for president pls”

UniAbuja student wielding knife sets hostel on fire (Video)

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A female student of the University of Abuja (UniAbuja), sets her hostel on fire while wielding a knife to make sure no one comes close.

UniAbuja student wielding knife sets hostel on fire (Video)

A video making rounds on social media captured a worrisome moment where a student lit her hostel bed on fire and watched it burn the whole room. The lady was spotted contemptuously holding a knife while making sure the fire burns to her heart’s content. Students could be heard in the background worried about her safety while others debated her mental health. She was, however, apprehended, and the fire was put out before further damage to the whole building. Watch the video below …

“Leave me alone! marriage isn’t by force!” – Sina Rambo’s ex-wife spits fire, spills fresh details

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Korth Adeleke Sina Rambo Atlanta hospital 48K dollars marriage

Frau Korth Adeleke, the estranged wife of Sina Rambo makes more revelations on her marriage with the singer as she shares chat of him begging for her return.

It may be recalled that at the tail of 2022, the German-Nigerian model called it quits with her husband, accusing him of being a negligent father as well as a domestic abuser. Various drama had followed since then and the woman has now revealed more secrets about their marriage as he pleads for her return.

In a series of lengthy Instagram posts, she revealed that her estranged husband, Sina Rambo still owes an Atlanta hospital 48,000 dollars for the delivery of their child. According to her, he had, instead of giving them his own details, given hers and she’s being badgered by the hospital for the hospital bills. Describing Davido’s cousin, Sina Rambo as a ‘childish 12-year-old in a grown man’s body’, she asked him to go settle the bills he owes and leave her alone. She shared screenshots of messages he had sent and she roared at him via her caption to leave her alone. See her Instagram posts below:

Judy Austin under fire over message to Nkiru Sylvanus

Judy Austin under fire over message to Nkiru Sylvanus

Nollywood actress, Judy Austin, has been dragged online over her message to newly-wedded Nigerian actress, Nkiru Sylvanus. Judy had sent a congratulatory message to Nkiru Sylvanus which didn’t sit well with cybernauts.

Recall, Nkiru Sylvanus and her husband, Riches Sammy tied the knot in church on Sunday, 15th January 2022 in a star-studded ceremony. Reacting to this, Judy Austin shared a video from the wedding ceremony and showered marital blessings and congratulations on her.

In her words: “Your home is blessed beautiful bleble @nkirusylvanus_real
You made such a beautiful bride.
Congratulations dear.” Angry netizens however stormed Judy Austin’s comments section, warning her to stay off the marriage. See post and comments below:

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No casualties as fire gut Kano police headquarters

No casualties as fire gut Kano police headquarters

There has been a fire incident at the Kano state police headquarters, thankfully, no casualties were recorded.

Burnt office

The unfortunate incident was said to have taken place on Saturday, the 14th of January, 2023. It has been gathered that no casualties were recorded although the upper floor of the building was rudely affected. The office of the police commissioner, Mamman Dauda was also spared. Official statement released reads: ”Today, 14/01/2023, a fire engulfed the first floor of Kano State Police Command’s Headquarters Bompai Administrative Block. No life was lost and no injury was recorded. The fire was brought under control by firefighters. Command’s records are intact. Invest commenced.” See post below;

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Man sets himself on fire after being mocked about his state of living

Man sets himself on fire after being mocked about his state of living

Man sets himself on fire after being mocked about his state of living

50-year-old Ojo Ogundeji dies after setting himself on fire in his father’s house in the Oloruntedo area, Ondo West Local Government Area of Ondo State. The man locked himself in a room after leaving a warning not to be rescued before setting himself on fire, The Nations reported. The event occurred after the deceased returned from Lagos State to celebrate Christmas and New Year holidays with his family. A witness, Mrs Sabaina Ogundeji, said: “In  the morning, Ojo set fire under the staircase of the house and said nobody should  put it off. But with the help of people on the street, it was put off. “In the evening, everybody was outside playing. So, Ojo  went in and brought out his clothes and set them on fire. He later went inside and locked himself up in the room and set it on fire. It was his voice we heard when he was shouting. People ran there to force the door open and brought him out. But he later died in the hospital.” Another witness stated; “When we rescued Ojo, he was not yet dead. He told us that he set the house on fire because some people  were making jest of him because of his problem.
“His remains have been deposited at the morgue in the state hospital, Ondo.”

Yul Edochie under fire as he shares secret to a happy life (Video)

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Popular Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie, stirs mixed reactions as he shares the secret to living a happy life.

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The polygamist who is faced with backlash ever since he took a second wife continues to tip-top amidst endless attacks from trolls. In a recent post via Instagram, Yul Edochie share a tip with his fans about the key to living a happy; one which he centered around being grateful. “Always be grateful for what you have. If you keep looking at what you don’t have, you will never be happy. Be grateful for what you have, and be grateful for where you are and what you have achieved.

Coming from an unhappy man — Yul Edochie under fire as he shares secret to a happy life (Video)

I’m not saying you shouldn’t set goals for yourself or that you shouldn’t set targets. The fact that you’re still alive means that you’re winning even if you haven’t achieved much. A lot of people died yesterday, and a lot of people are dying at the moment. The fact that you have life means that you are winning,” Yul Edochie said. Watch the video below … See some reactions that followed … its_ozioma: “How can an unhappy Man give me insights on how to be happy😂😂” moraa_malaika: “I wish you would have appreciated the wife of your youth and stop quenching outside. You should have cherished and appreciated what you already had and cherish it. Anyway take your own advise.” izzy_amara: “Anytime you dey May house, you go begin dey yarn dust. Visiting dad… Which day are we going to see you yarning for juju house?” mildredbansah: “Be grateful and contented! We are waiting to hear you and May renewal of vows, i trust you to make things right and shame those who want to ruin you my dear. Be safe.” reo_ndidi_nwaigwe: “You are you grateful that you went ahead to sign your death warrant to add to what you have because of long throat.” hameedahadayi: “Yes always be grateful and be contented! If u have one wife and 4 beautiful children, be grateful, cherish them, love them, care for them. Don’t go seeking extra luggage outside. That’s plain greed! May God help us to be better.”

Lady under fire for saying it’s offensive to ask about perfumes

Lady under fire for saying it's offensive to ask about perfumes

A Twitter user has suffered a severe backlash on the platform after she tweeted about asking strangers about their perfume.

Twitter user

The lady, identified as @Baby_Woolfe tweeted that asking strangers about their perfume is offensive. She added that she cannot phantom how people could ask strangers such a question.
“Asking someone what perfume they’re wearing is such an invasive question. It’s shocking how people aren’t embarrassed to ask strangers that”, she wrote.
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Nonetheless, it seems as though her comment did not sit well with a number of users, as wasted no time in slamming her in the comments.
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