Author: Oluwasegun Adesuyi

Traffic robbers attack Actress Kemi Afolabi  On Lagos-Ibadan Express

Kemi Afolabi with her damaged car

 

Popular Yoruba movie actress, Kemi Afolabi was injured by robbers at Arepo, Ogun State along the Lagos-Ibadan expressway.

 

It was gathered that the actress was attacked by cutlass wielding robbers on Tuesday night while she was returning home from a movie shoot.

 

In a post on Instagram, the actress revealed that she was left with a cut on her hand.

 

She added that her driver was alattacked and the windscreen of her vehicle destroyed.

 

She wrote, “I am in a state of shock! Traumatised!! I haven’t closed my eyes to sleep since yesterday.

 

“I also experienced the highly poor insecurity state in Nigeria which has become a norm. No matter how much we scream and cry, it always falls on deaf ears of those who govern us even when death is involved.

 

“My driver and I were attacked by armed robbers at Arepo where I went to film while in traffic on our way back home yesterday.

 

“They broke my windscreens, left my whole body with wounds and skin in pains because of the impact of the shattered glass which was forcefully broken while I was in the car.

 

“My arm was cut with cutlass, and they took my phones, belongings and ran off! Sadly my driver also took a hit to his head.

 

“Still, I am thankful because it could be worse! However, this is nothing compared to what I’ve been through in recent times.

 

“No matter what may come my way, I will forever be grateful to God for preserving my life.”

 

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Woman Kills Herself And Her Two Children Over Husband’s Infidelity

A mother of three set her house on fire, killing herself and two of her children aged 4 and 2 years in Kenya.

The incident happened in Sirende Village in Lugari Sub-County, Kakamega County, on New Year’s day, January 1, 2022, after she accused her husband of cheating on her with another woman.

The woman identified as Hellen Vuyanzi, 35, is alleged to have doused parts of the house in petrol before lighting it up on Saturday night.

Her third child, aged 11, survived the tragedy after jumping out of the house through a window.

Lugari Sub-County Police Commander, Bernard Ngungu, told The Standard that Vuyanzi had accused her husband of infidelity.

“We had earlier counselled Vuyanzi and her spouse, Thomas Amito, after a domestic dispute arose between them. We understand that Hellen had accused Thomas of cheating on her with another woman.” said Ngungu.

Police say Vuyanzi might have bought petrol from a local filling station, and used it to set her matrimonial home alight.

Vuyanzi’s neighbour, who spoke to The Standard on condition of anonymity, said that the deceased and her partner had been having recurrent domestic wrangle.

“The two were quarreling now and again, with the woman accusing her husband of infidelity. We didn’t expect that their issues would end tragically,” said the neighbour.

Stephen Okila, the cousin of Vuyanzi’s husband Thomas Amito, said that Amito called him on Saturday night and informed him that his (Amito’s) house was on fire.

Amito was away from home at the time.

“I rushed to his house, and confirmed that it was true – that the house was on fire. Unfortunately, my cousin’s wife and her two children aged 4 and 2 years had already been burnt to death. We understand that the couple’s eldest child, a boy aged 11, managed to escape through the window,” said Okila.

Okila said he was not aware of any marital issues that his cousin, Amito, had with his partner.

“I was close to them (Amito and Vuyanzi), and I didn’t hear of any issues with their marriage.” he added.

Bodies of Vuyanzi and her two children were taken to Webuye County Hospital morgue.

 

Heavy Security Around Govt House As Uzodimma Names Sponsors Of Insecurity

 

There is palpable tension in Imo State as the Imo state governor, Mr Hope Uzodimma, is expected to reveal sponsors of insecurity in the state today, Tuesday.

Stakeholders have started arriving at the venue in Owerri to listen to the names the governor will call as people behind series of kidnapping and killing across the state.

Uzodimma had promised late last year to name the sponsors on Tuesday (today).

The Sam Mbakwe Executive chamber in the government house in Owerri, the venue of the sitting, has been cordoned off by heavily armed security agents as stakeholders have begun to arrive.

Some of the dignitaries who have arrived the venue of the sitting are the president of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, Professor George Obiozor, the former Senator who represented Imo North senatorial district, Matthew Nwagwu, the Imo State Commissioner of Police, Hussani Rabiu, former minister of Information, Walter Ofonagoro, speaker Imo State House of Assembly, Kennedy Ibeh, former deputy governor, Jude Agbaso.

Also present are the former Imo state House of Assembly, Speakers and Deputies, former and present members of the Imo state house of assemblies among others.
Details later…

 

Malami Reveals 3 Anti-corruption Bills That May Become Law In 2022

The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN has disclosed that three bills pending before the National Assembly are geared towards ridding Nigeria of corrupt practices.

The AGF revealed the pending bills while speaking on the activities of the Justice Sector in the year 2021 at NTA’s Good Morning Nigeria program on Monday.

He listed the bills as “Proceeds of Crime Bill, Witnesses Protection Bill, Whistleblowers Bill”, saying that the pending legislation is part of the federal government’s approach and solution to the anti-corruption challenge.

The bills may most likely to be looked into by the NASS in 2022.

Usually, a bill has to be agreed upon by the House of Representatives and the Senate after which the President assents to it, before it becomes law.

Malami further said that part of the success story of the FMOJ in 2021 was its exploration of judicial process to ensure the proscription of groups, association and individuals that have been posing terrorist threats on the nation.

 

Magodo Estate Shut Again As Residents Protest Presence Of Over 50 Armed Policemen

 

Residents of Magodo have taken to the streets again to protest the militarisation of the estate with at least 50 armed-to-the teeth policemen.

Recall policemen were said to have recently accompanied suspected land grabbers and members of a family who invaded the estate with bulldozers.

It was learnt that it took the intervention of the Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu before the gates were reopened as the Inspector-General of Police, Baba Usman, promised to withdraw the policemen.

The chairman of Magodo Residents Association Banjo Osinubi told journalists during the protest that the presence of armed cops was unacceptable.

 

“We called our people out to protest this morning. Over 50 policemen are living within the estate. We want the police out of our estate,” stated the Magodo resident association chairman. “There are no cases of kidnapping, rioting, but why are they still here? We want them out of our estate.”

 

Two gates leading to the estate were shut as placards-carrying residents continued their demonstration.

 

“Gov Sanwo-Olu, stop the illegal possession of Magodo phase 2 properties which were legally bought from LASG,” said a placard.

 

Another placard urged, “Lagos Attorney-General prosecutes those involved in the illegal invasion of Magodo Phase 2 you promised,” with yet another one stating, “Magodo Phase 2 has been under siege of the IGP’s anti-riot police squad for three weeks.”

2023: PDP Reacts As Jonathan Meets Campaign Coordinators

 

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has reacted to the rumours that former President Goodluck Jonathan is planning to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Reports emerged on Monday that Jonathan has intensified his move to return to Aso Rock in 2023 after meeting with his supposed campaign coordinators.

It was learned that the former president met with coordinators on December 27, 2021, at Aridolf Hotels and Spars in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State.

Reacting to the reports, PDP spokesman, Debo Ologunagba, said the opposition party is confident that the Nigerian leader will not join the ruling party.

Ologunagba stressed that the PDP leadership is reaching out to every member of the party to join the rescue mission of the country ahead of the 2023 Presidential election.

He disclosed that the PDP is not aware of Jonathan entering into any form of talks with the APC in a bid to join them and run for presidency.

He said: “The leadership of the Dr. Iyorchia Ayu-led National Working Committee is reaching out to members of the party, including the former President, to join hands with it to help rebuild and rescue Nigeria.

“APC is a special duty vehicle invented to crash Nigeria on a purposeless journey called next level. But we call on Nigerians to team up with the PDP to help win back the nation of our collective dream.

“I insist that we are not aware of our esteemed international statesman, Dr. Jonathan entering into any form of talks with the APC in a bid to join them.”

 

 

Dare devil Lady Sets Her Ex-Lover Ablaze On His Wedding Day

 

A lady has reportedly set her ex-lover ablaze on the day of his traditional wedding for abandoning her for another woman.

It was gathered that the incident was said to have taken place in Abia State.

It was gathered that the lady who is yet to be identified, invited her ex-boyfriend on the day of his traditional marriage, and poured fuel on him, and set him ablaze.

The guy had grabbed her before she fled, which led both of them to be burnt to third degree.

As of the filing of this report, the duo has been rejected by three hospitals and they are currently on their way to Umuahia.

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Meanwhile, a bride-to-be, Hauwa Abdullahi Shehu has died one month to her wedding.

Hauwa who is a 300 level student in the Department of Human Physiology, Faculty of Basic medical sciences, Bauchi State University, Gadau, died in a car accident when she was returning to school in Gadau, on Sunday December 2nd.

The young lady was set to tie the knot with her man, ASP Abdulmuhyi Bagel, on February 5.

Hon. Maryam Garba Bagel, the Bauchi State Commissioner of Power, Science and Technology who confirmed the sad news said the groom to be is her younger brother.

She wrote: “This afternoon, we received the shocking demise of our beautiful sister-in-law to be ‘Ummi’. Ummi, a fiancee to my brother ASP Abdulmuhyi Bagel, was scheduled to wed on 5th February but Allah did not will so. May Allah forgive her gentle soul and grant her Jannah. Ameen.”

 

VIDEO: How Singer, Teni Escapes Alleged Kidnap Attempt During Her Performance In Rivers

 

Nigerian singer, Teniola Apata better known as Teni narrowly escaped an alleged attempted abduction in Rivers state.

The artiste was performing at a New Yea show in the state when chaos and pandemonium broke out and everyone scampered to safety.

Eyewitnesses say that some unknown persons tried to kidnap Teni while she was on stage performing, but her bouncers, who were armed fired some gunshots into the air.

A video from the incident showed the moment the said abduction was about to occur and the crowd went into disarray, leading to a stampede. Gunshots could also be heard in the clip.

An attendee took to Twitter to narrate what allegedly happened at the concert.

Watch video below..

Popular Nigerian Singer, Slim Joe Dies At 30

A popular Nigerian singer, Joshua Olonitan, professionally known as Slim Joe, has died at the age of 30.
According to reports, the ‘O ti Yanyan’ crooner reportedly died on Sunday, January 2, 2022 after a long battle with kidney disease.

According to Naija news, the singer was down with kidney ailment and needed N15 million for surgery to rise to his feet again.

His colleague, Raymond Gbaji, confirmed his death via his Facebook post, where he penned a touching tribute to Olonitan.

The entertainer, who ruled the airwaves with ‘O ti Yanyan’ and many other hit songs and collaborations, was diagnosed with the kidney failure and has been on dialysis for some time.

The versatile entertainer from Odo-Ayedun in Ikole Local Government Area of Ekiti State, had called for the kind support of Nigerians to raise the required amount to stay alive.

 

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