The Ondo State Command of the Western Nigeria Security Network, Amotekun Corpssays it foiled five kidnap attempts and rescued nine kidnapped victims across the state within one week. The state Commander of Amotekun Corps, Mr Adetunji Adeleye, disclosed this on Friday in Akure while parading 20 suspected criminals arrested for crimes like cultism, house breaking, and motorcycle theft, among others. Adeleye, who said that the arrests were made within a week under review through the Amotekun Rangers, reiterated the corps commitment to ensuring the safety and security of residents in the state. According to him, the rangers had been active…
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Nollywood actor turned preacher, Yul Edochie has stated that Nigerians have been brainwashed with biblical narratives. Yul said this while criticising Nigerians for being knowledgeable about biblical heroes while being ignorant of their ancestral heritage. DAILY POST reports that Yul had earlier in January 2024, unveiled his own church, known as ‘True Salvation Ministry, TSM.’ Speaking in a recent post on his Facebook page, Yul noted the need for Nigerians to rediscover their cultural identity and delve into their own historical narratives, rather than concentrating on biblical personalities like Moses, Jacob and the people of Israel. “We have been brainwashed…
The Federal Government says it is committed to creating one million jobs as a way of tackling youth unemployment across all the 774 local government areas of the country. The Minister of State for Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, made this statement on Friday in Abuja. Olawande said the federal government is determined to educate, inspire, and connect Nigerian youths to careers and opportunities in the insurance sector using the power of digital technology. He reiterated the government’s commitment to increasing youth participation in the insurance sector, to create jobs and enhance financial inclusion. This is coming after the Rural Electrification…
Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, has said both Jurrien Timber and Ben White could feature in their Premier League clash against Southampton. Timber was taken off during half time of their 2-0 win over PSG in the Champions League on Tuesday. White was not in the squad for the game as he is struggling with injury. Speaking to reporters on Friday ahead of the visit of the Saints, Arteta said: “We had to modify training for our players [on Thursday]. “We’ve done the same today because of the load they had. “There’s a decision to make this afternoon, whether to involve…
Big Brother Naija ‘No Loose Guard’ housemate Ozee Mbadiwe and Onyeka are in the news after they were seen sharing a kiss. Their relationship on the show has generated controversy among viewers after Onyeka said she doesn’t have feelings for Ozee. On the other hand, Ozee told Onyeka to keep her distance. claiming that he has a girlfriend outside the house. But in a viral video on social media, the duo were seen kissing at the pool party on Thursday. The video shows Ozee approaching Onyeka in the pool and kissing her while she dances. Netizens reactions angeezevents wrote; “Onyeka…
Chelsea manager, Enzo Maresca, has admitted his team is not ready to compete with Manchester City and Arsenal. The Blues have made an impressive start under Maresca and go into this weekend’s games in fourth place. Liverpool occupy top spot, while City and Arsenal are level on 14 points. But Maresca has said the teams that finished in the top two spots in the last two seasons are the standard. He said: “I really don’t think we can compete with City and Arsenal. [Man] City worked with same manager for nine years, Arsenal for five years. If you want to…
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has accused the Inspector General of Police, IGP, Kayode Egbetokun, and the Nigeria Police Force of working to undermine the upcoming local hovernment election, scheduled for October 5, 2024, in favor of “an Abuja-based politician”. Speaking at a World Press Conference at the Government House in Port Harcourt on Friday, Fubara claimed that efforts to halt the election were being driven by the interests of a single individual. He emphasized that all legal, security, and logistical preparations for the election had been completed, and voters had been adequately informed and sensitized, reflecting a high level…
Former Newcastle United striker, Alan Shearer, has predicted some of the games that will be played this weekend. Teams will be hoping to get positive results ahead of the October international break. The standout clash is Manchester United’s trip to Aston Villa, while Arsenal welcome bottom-side Southampton. Manchester City host Fulham and Liverpool are away to Crystal Palace. Shearer, speaking to BetFair, said: “Crystal Palace v Liverpool – Selhurst Park is always a tough ground to go to but with the squad they have, I think Liverpool will have enough to get the points. “Arsenal v Southampton – I can’t…
A former National Publicity Secretary of the defunct New People’s Democratic Party, nPDP, and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, Chief Eze Chukwuemeka Eze has urged President Bola Tinubu to call Inspector General of Police, IGP, Kayode Egbetokun and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, to order. Eze accused the Nigeria Police of unprofessional handling of issues pertaining to the scheduled October 5 local government election in Rivers State. He said the call became necessary following the unlawful invasion of RSIEC by masked men in police uniform on Friday morning. In a statement on Friday, Eze berated…
Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, has refused to give a definite answer about his future at the club. There are speculations that Guardiola will not extend his current contract which expires in June 2025. Speaking ahead of this weekend’s Premier League clash with Fulham, the Spaniard refused to commit himself to the champions. “I’m not going to talk about this subject,” Guardiola said. “What will happen, will happen.” He however denied that Kevin De Bruyne has retired from international football, after he was left out of the latest Belgium squad. “He’s not ready for tomorrow. How can he go the…