Guaranteed Hope rekindled as World mark Poverty Day 2024

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Today, October 17, 2024, the world is uniting to recognize World Poverty Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the pervasive issue of global poverty and galvanizing efforts to combat it. This year’s theme, “Together We Can End Poverty: A Collective Responsibility,” This year’s theme emphasizes the urgent need for inclusive actions that bring together governments, organizations, and communities to eradicate poverty in all its forms. Unfortunately, such efforts in the past had not yield all the desired promises and hope. According to the United Nations, over 700 million…

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Police officer rapes teenage suspect, witness allegedly uses video to blackmail colleague

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A police officer attached to Edo State Command of the Nigeria Police Force, Sergent Abraham Uzuobo, is at present, facing disciplinary action for reportedly raping a minor detained at South-Ibie police division. The suspect, a 17-year-old girl, was detained for allegedly receiving stolen property. Sources say, Uzobo sneaked into the cell after Inspector Edith Eduma, a female officer, who was on duty, stepped out briefly. He was said to have unlocked the cell, taking the teenager to the admin department where he reportedly took advantage of her. In a video,…

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Oyedepo defends pastors’ retirements amidst backlash

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Founder of the Living Faith Church a.k.a. Winners Chapel, Bishop David Oyedepo has replied critics to refrain from questioning the church’s decisions regarding the retirement of its pastors. Last week, Oyedepo announced that his two vice presidents; Bishops Thomas Aremu and David Abioye, would be retiring after serving three and four decades in the ministry. The move generated criticisms on social media as many believed the man should not ha e retired the men who were still active while he remains despite his age. Oyedepo however said that the critics…

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Jigawa tanker explosion leaves 105 dead, 55 injured

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A petrol tanker explosion in Majiya town, Taura Local Government Area of Jigawa State has left at least 105 people dead. This figure was confirmed by the Public Relations Officer of the state Police Command, Shiisu Adam. He said that about 55 people sustained various degrees of injuries and were hospitalized at Ringim General Hospital. According to him, the incident occurred at about 11:30 pm on Tuesday night in Majia Town, when the tanker driver lost control near Khadija University. He said the tanker left Kano, on its way to…

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World Bank says naira among worst-performing currencies in Africa

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World Bank’s latest Africa’s Pulse report says Nigerian currency, Naira has been listed as one of the worst-performing currencies in Sub-Saharan Africa in 2024. As of August 2024, the naira had depreciated by approximately 43% year-to-date, ranking it among the weakest currencies alongside the Ethiopian birr and the South Sudanese pound. The decline is attributed to surging demand for U.S. dollars in Nigeria’s parallel market, limited dollar inflows, and slow foreign exchange disbursements by the central bank. The report highlights that financial institutions, non-financial end-users, and money managers driving dollar…

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Tuition fees hike: YABATECH bars students, moves lectures online

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An official memo has been issued to both part-time and full-time students of Yaba College of Technology, (YABATECH), Lagos, to stay off-campus until further notice. This is as a result of suspected planned protest by students over the increment of tuition fees by the school management. In a circular signed by the institution’s registrar, Dr. Emmanuel Akinwale, he stated that learning activities would continue online. “Due to unforeseen circumstances, College management has decided to reschedule all learning activities, including revisions and registration for part-time examinations, to hold online effective Monday,…

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Court: VeryDarkMan fined N500m for defaming Femi Falana, Falz

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Social media activist, Martin Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, has been ordered by the Lagos State High Court to remove defamatory comments and videos about renowned lawyer Femi Falana (SAN) and his son, Folarin Falana, popularly known as Falz. Additionally, the court has imposed a N500 million fine for libel. Justice M. O. Idowu delivered the judgment on Tuesday in suit no: ID/8584/GCM/2024. The case centered around defamatory remarks and videos posted by VeryDarkMan on September 24, 2024, linking the Falana family to controversial cross dresser, Bobrisky who is known…

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VeryDarkMan gets ₦21.6m donation in 24 hours for new NGO

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VeryDarkMan, a social critic and online personality, has announced receiving ₦21,620,780 just 24 hours after launching his NGO. In a video circulating on social media, the Nigerian activist provided a detailed statement, expressing gratitude for the swift response to his call for support. Upon launching the NGO, VeryDarkMan encouraged Nigerians to contribute towards his goal of overhauling the public education system with innovative solutions. Just a day after his appeal, he confirmed the receipt of ₦21,620,780, which will help kickstart his projects. He emphasised his commitment to transparency, pledging to…

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3 police officers dismissed over killing of Kwarapoly student at checkpoint

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Three police officers allegedly involved in the death of a student of Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin Qoyum Abdulyekeen Ishola on 4th September 2024, have been dismissed by the Kwara state police command. The concerned three officers, Inspectors Abiodun Kayode, James Emmanuel and Sergeant Oni Phillip were dismissed from service with effect from October 4, 2024, after an internal trial, pending their arraignment in court. The command also urged members of the public, to always exercise patience and trust in the legal process, as it remains dedicated to maintaining law and…

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Banky W, Adesua expecting second child, share photos

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Adesua Etomi-Wellington, Nollywood actress, has announced that she and her husband and singer, Bankole Wellington, widely known as Banky W, are expecting their second child. The couple got married in 2017 and welcomed their first child, Zaiah, in 2021. In a post on her Instagram page on Monday, the actress shared the exciting news with her followers, posting stunning pictures from her maternity photoshoot. In the photos, Adesua looked radiant in a vibrant orange dress with a hood, lovingly cradling her baby bump as she celebrated the special moment with…

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