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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu emerges as the 3rd most corrupt leader in the world - OCCRP Reports

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  Breaking News: President Bola Ahmed Tinubu emerges as the 3rd most corrupt leader in the world - OCCRP Reports! According to Sahara Reporters, President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria has been ranked as the third most corrupt leader in the world, according to the Organised Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP). This ranking came after the OCCRP called for global nominations to highlight individuals advancing criminal activities and worsening poverty. The OCCRP, which coordinates a network of investigative journalists and activists, revealed that Kenyan President, William Ruto, received the highest number of votes. Tinubu was listed third, following former Indonesian president, Joko Widodo. Despite the vote, the main "Person of the Year" title was awarded to Bashar al-Assad, the recently ousted Syrian leader who fled to Russia. "The judges acknowledge the importance of public interest and outrage at corruption," organisers at OCCRP stated. According to People'...

Zambian man files for divorce from wife over photo of Chris Brown kissing her cheek

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  Chris Brown's December concert in South Africa has been trending and it has now emerged that a photo he took with a female fan has led to marital crisis. A 42-year-old man in Lusaka is said to have filed for divorce after his wife, 34, took a controversial photograph with American R&B superstar Chris Brown. The photo, taken during a "meet and greet" session after Brown's recent concert at FNB Stadium in South Africa, angered the husband. According to court documents filed in Lusaka, the husband claims that the photograph, which shows Chris Brown planting a kiss on his wife's cheek, is disrespectful and has brought irreparable damage to their marriage. He described the image as "demeaning" and argued that his wife's actions were inappropriate for a married woman. The wife attended Chris Brown's highly publicized concert at the FNB Stadium last weekend, which included an exclusive VIP "meet and greet" package for fans. As part of th...

We are not aware of any case involving VDM’s missing funds and is not conducting any investigation into it. ~ FCT Police command

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  The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has stated that it is not aware of, nor investigating, the alleged disappearance of ₦180 million from the account of a Non-Governmental Organisation owned by social media commentator Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan. In an Instagram video shared on Friday, Otse claimed that ₦180 million had been transferred from the NGO’s account to an unknown account, leaving only ₦20 million. “I’ve not been myself these past few days. “Somebody hacked into the NGO website, and ₦180 million is missing. Thankfully, we’ve tracked the person, and one suspect has been arrested. “The account is now on PND (Post No Debit). There’s ₦20 million left, while ₦160 million was diverted. We’re heading to Jos to recover the money.” “The account is now on PND (Post No Debit). There’s ₦20 million left, while ₦160 million was diverted. We’re heading to Jos to recover the money.” However, his claims have sparked scepticism, with many questioning the credibi...

Now that Speed Darlington, also known as Akpi, has been granted freedom

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  Now that Speed Darlington, also known as Akpi, has been granted freedom, it is time for introspection. Both parties must examine their roles in this debacle, as the incident serves as a cautionary tale about the consequences of actions taken without regard for the rule of law and mutual respect. Akpi's release should be seen not as an exoneration but as an opportunity for a fresh start. His freedom comes with a caveat: to go and sin no more. The public has watched too many figures stumble into avoidable controversies, only to emerge unrepentant and unchanged. Akpi must resist this trend. First and foremost, Akpi should seize this moment to reflect on his actions and how they contributed to the escalation of the conflict. Was there a lapse in judgment, a failure to communicate effectively, or a tendency to provoke unnecessary disputes? Whatever the case, self-reflection is a vital step toward personal growth and public redemption. Moreover, Akpi must recognize the weight of public...

BREAKING: 10 Abuja Residents Dead In Stampede During Palliatives Sharing At Holy Trinity Church Maitama

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  The FCT Police Command, in a statement issued by its spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, confirmed the fatalities and revealed that eight other individuals sustained injuries. Tragedy struck on Saturday morning as a stampede at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Maitama claimed the lives of 10 individuals, including four children, and left several others injured.  It was gathered that the incident occurred during the distribution of palliatives by the church to vulnerable and elderly residents in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The FCT Police Command, in a statement issued by its spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, confirmed the fatalities and revealed that eight other individuals sustained injuries. Josephine noted that four of the injured victims have since been treated and discharged, while the remaining are receiving medical attention. It was learnt that the stampede broke out as thousands of residents scrambled to access the food items, leading to chaos and the unfortun...

BREAKING: Many Persons Dead In Anambra During Stampede At Rice Sharing Event In Okija

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  The incident occurred on Saturday when a large crowd gathered to receive free bags of rice to the residents. A stampede in Okija community, Anambra State, has left several residents feared dead during a rice-sharing event. The incident occurred on Saturday when a large crowd gathered to receive free bags of rice to the residents. In a video posted by Arinzechukwu Nwanonenyi on Facebook obtained by SaharaReporters, a witness expressed sorrow over the incident at Okija in Anambra South, where a stampede reportedly claimed the lives of several women. It was gathered that some women had gathered to collect their share of rice distributed by Obijackson. “It’s a pity. Poverty is terrible. Assuming these women who met their untimely deaths were not poor, they would not have been there in the first place. God have mercy, and may their souls rest in peace. Amen,” Nwanonenyi said. However, the authorities are yet to confirm the exact number of casualties.  The incident depicted the di...

| Dead As 4 Injured In Third Mainland Bridge Accident

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  | Dead As 4 Injured In Third Mainland Bridge Accident A tragic collision involving a J5 Ford bus (FKJ 724 YC) and a Mercedes truck (FKJ 746 YC) at Ilubirin, inward Sura, along the Lagos Third Mainland Bridge, has led to the death of one person, leaving four injured in the incident. A statement signed by the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), Adebayo Taofiq Director, Public Affairs and Enlightenment Department today, said the agency, after promptly arriving at the scene and spearheading the rescue operations, five victims were extricated from the wreckage. However, of the five rescued, four were injured, while the last person died from injuries. "The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has confirmed a tragic collision involving a J5 Ford bus (FKJ 724 YC) and a Mercedes truck (FKJ 746 YC) at Ilubirin, inward Sura, along the Lagos Third Mainland Bridge. "The accident, which occurred earlier today, claimed one life and left a total of five individu...