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The Speaker, Femi Gbajabiamila, said these while addressing journalists at a world press conference held in Abuja on Friday. File Photo   In response to the losses incurred by Nigerians, the House of Representatives has said it will approve funds for victims of the attacks who wish to take legal action against the country.   It also said it was considering compensation for those affected by the attacks.   The Speaker, Femi Gbajabiamila, said these while addressing journalists at a ‘world press conference’ held in Abuja on Friday.   He was accompanied by some principal officers of the Lower chamber, including the Deputy Speaker, Idris Wase; Majority Leader, Alhassan Ado-Doguwa; Deputy Leader, Peter Akpatason; Deputy Chief Whip, Nkeiruka Onyejeocha; and Chairman, House Committee on Foreign Affairs, Buba Yakub.   The Speaker warned South Africa against labelling Nigerians in their country as criminals, asking it not to add insult to Nig...

Erins, who narrated the harrowing experience on Instagram, said the operatives led him to an Automated Teller Machine point and forced him to withdraw N200,000 from his account. Osaretin Erins and CP Zubairu Muazu     "They were shouting ‘don’t move, don’t move, come out.’ I thought they were armed robbers because they did not look like policemen.”  That was the impression Osaretin Erins had when he and his friend, Raymond, were ambushed at a suya joint in Abule Egba, along Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway around 10pm on Thursday. The 35-year-old native of Edo State and his friend, a serving corps member in Lagos State, had gone to buy suya (roasted meat) in a Hyundai Sonata driven by Erins. As they made to enter the car after buying the suya, armed policemen reportedly wearing shirts with the inscriptions FSARS and Anti-Cultism, waylaid them with a danfo bus – a commercial vehicle. Pronto, they put Raymond in the bus while three of them were inside Erins’ car....

Every time the locals protest against poor service delivery, they turn it into an attack on foreigners, the victim said.  Festus Lafe   A Nigerian businessman living in South Africa, Festus Lafe, who is one of the victims of xenophobic attacks on Nigerians and some other foreign nationals in the country, tells GBENRO ADEOYE that he lost his business and source of livelihood built over 12 years How long have you been living in South Africa?   I have been here for 15 years. I have a South African partner and three kids.   In those years, how many xenophobic attacks, such as the recent one have you witnessed?   I’ve witnessed a lot but there have been three major ones. Here, every time the locals protest against poor service delivery, they turn it into an attack on foreigners. They blame foreigners for all their problems, Nigerians in particular.   How have you been affected by such attacks?   The recent attack was ...

The pioneer of Felabration also accused the Nigerian politicians of defrauding the country, showing wrong impressions to the young Nigerians.   Yeni Kuti   Yeni Kuti, daughter  of  Fela Anikulapo Kuti has shared a piece of her mind regarding the perpetrators of cybercrime popularly called ‘Yahoo Boys’ in Nigeria.   Yeni while speaking with P.M. News blamed the government for the high rate of internet frauds in the country by not making life easier for Nigerians.   The pioneer of Felabration also accused the Nigerian politicians of defrauding the country, showing wrong impressions to the young Nigerians.   “Let me tell you why I will blame the government, they have not made life conducive for Nigerians in Nigeria. “When I see a politician been cooked with money, stealing and people still hail him because he has money. That is the example of ‘teacher don’t teach me nonsense.”   “Many politicians, many senators have a...

It was gathered that after the victim was drenched with fuel, the other woman threw a match in the direction of the deceased.     A woman has allegedly set a man ablaze in Delta State, South South Nigeria over a paltry debt of N200. The Delta State Police Command said it has arrested the woman for setting the young man ablaze. Another female accomplice allegedly involved in the crime is on the run, Delta Police Commissioner, Adeyinka Adeleke has said. The young man simply identified as Sunday was set ablaze in Effurun, Uwvie L.G.A. A source said the victim owed the woman who doused him with fuel, but it is unclear what dealings the victim had with the other woman who lit the matches that consumed the debtor, the Nation reports. Trouble started when the duo accosted the victim demanding for N200 owed one of the women, a black market dealer of petroleum products. It was gathered that after the victim was drenched with fuel, the other woman threw a match in the direc...

Veteran actor and broadcaster, Pete Edochie, said those behind the attacks were ignorant of how Nigeria had helped their country in the past.   File Photo   Top Nigerian celebrities have been practically unanimous in condemning the recent spate of xenophobic attacks in South Africa. Many of them have pulled out of pre-booked events, while others have sworn not to have anything to do with the country. It was evidently a way of sending a strong message by the entertainment industry to the government and people of South Africa   The ignorance factor   Veteran actor and broadcaster, Pete Edochie, said those behind the attacks were ignorant of how Nigeria had helped their country in the past. He told Saturday Beats, “Unfortunately, most of the youth who carried out the xenophobic attacks know little or nothing about apartheid, and the role Nigeria played in ending it. Nigeria invested a lot of money to ensure that South Africans got freedom from the a...

According to social media jokes, many celebrity marriages don't last as much as Tiger batteries in recent times.   Ken Erics and Onyi Adaba   Ken Erics and his "estranged" wife, Onyi Adaba seem to be enmeshed in marital crisis as he reportedly abandoned his marriage for the past 10 months.   Onyi disclosed this while reacting to rumour of Blossom Chukwujekwu and Maureen Esisi's marriage ending on grounds of infidelity.   In an Instagram exchange with a follower, Onyi Adaba revealed that she has been subjected to pain and trauma for the past 10 months as her husband Ken Erics abandoned their marriage and moved out of their apartment.   She has also struck out her "Mrs" title, reverting to Miss Onyi Adaba.   The couple got married in Enugwu-Ukwu, Anambra State on the 28th of December 2017. The ceremony was attended by Ken Erics’ family, some colleagues from Nollywood and in the entertainment industry.

In her ruling, Mariam Kings, sentenced Mr Muhammed after he pleaded guilty to the crime and begged the court for leniency.     A Magistrates’ Court in Minna on Friday sentenced an 18-year-old, Yusuf Mohammed, to eight weeks in prison for violating traffic rules. The police charged Mr Mohammed with four counts of dangerous driving, failing to obey traffic rules, driving without plate number and driving without side mirror. In her ruling, Mariam Kings, sentenced Mr Muhammed after he pleaded guilty to the crime and begged the court for leniency. Ms Kings, however, gave the convict an option to pay a fine of N8,000. Earlier, the prosecution counsel, Aliyu Yakubu, told the court that the convict rode on an unregistered motorcycle and beat the traffic lights. The offence, he said, contravened the provisions of sections 35, 18, 36 and 54 of the road traffic regulations. (NAN)

The church was attackec   According to a report by Daily Trust, some masquerades on rampage attacked a Church, City of Living Grace Chapel, in Idu Uruan, Uruan local government area, Akwa Ibom State, and destroyed the church’s properties, beat up some members and stole the phones of others. It was gathered that the masquerades, who were purportedly grieved that the pastor of the Church, Apostle Emmanuel Etim, had repeatedly preached against the practice of terrorising the citizens during the Ekpo masquerade festival, were led by a group of touts to attack the Church. A member of the Church, Ms Mboutidem Sam, who spoke with Daily Trust in Uyo said the Church was observing a month long fasting and prayer service when the incident happened. She said it was possible that the attack was due to the fact that their pastor has repeatedly preached against the fear of Ekpo masquerades and their activities, adding that the masquerades must have decided to physically attack the chur...

In what will come across as a really shocking development, a pastor has been badly beaten up in Cross River state. The pastor was beaten The residents of Ukelle in Yala Local Government Area of Cross River State, have unleashed their anger on a pastor in their community after accusing him of using people for rituals. According to James Nicolas, a witness who shared the story on Facebook, the pastor used three boys for rituals last week. In anger, youths of the community stormed his church which they set ablaze along with his house before beating and parading him . "Yeah this is the fake prophet who has been using our people for rituals. "Remember earlier this year, we reported a case where about 5 people got missing on their way to North ukelle from Edor, and last week again this same demon has sacrificed 3 boys again from Wanihem. "From the pictures above, angry youths have set his house and church on fire". See more photos below...

South African rapper, AKA has begged for peace to reign after getting seriously bashed by Nigerians. AKA   South African rapper, AKA, is calling for peace between Nigeria and South Africa following the controversy surrounding the recent xenophobic attacks on Nigerians and other foreign Nationals in South Africa. This comes a day after the rapper was seriously dragged online by Nigerians, as well as celebrities like Vector, Burna Boy, Ycee, Perruzi, Skales, and many others for being insensitive on the issue. Taking to Twitter this morning, AKA wrote:  'PLEASE!!! Can we STOP. We are going to make things worse for everybody on both sides. We need each other! ... please. Can we stop. We are supposed to be leading our people.'  

Nigerians have been mounting pressure on President Muhammadu Buhari to take decisive actions against the South African government concerning the killing of Nigerians in the country.   The doctored picture of President Buhari amidst the quagmire   This is a trending photoshopped picture of President Buhari feeling unconcerned amidst the chilling crises generated by constant and recent xenophobic attacks on Nigerians in South Africa.   Buhari was pictured picking his teeth probably after a nice meal as he sat comfortably on the sofa in the prestigious Aso Rock Villa, Abuja with riots going on behind him.   Nigerians have described the President as too weak to handle the crises of xenophobia which has also attracted attacks on South African businesses in Nigeria.   Many believe his decisions to send envoys to South Africa and also visit the country next month indicate lack of the will power to quell the crises and save Nigerians from furthe...

The police have been responding to multiple attacks targeting South African businesses across Nigeria on Tuesday.   Part of the looting scene   Hoodlums taking advantage of the ongoing outrage against the treatment of Nigerians in South Africa have looted an outlet of a major South African clothing retailer in Lagos.   The Surulere, Lagos, store of clothing and accessories dealer, PEP, was looted by Nigerians on Tuesday evening.   Videos and pictures of the looting were circulated by several users on Twitter Tuesday night. PREMIUM TIMES could not immediately ascertain the specific outlet of PEP that was attacked, but the background indicated it was the one along Bode Thomas Road.   The police have been responding to multiple attacks targeting South African businesses across Nigeria on Tuesday.   Other South African businesses, including retailer Shoprite and telecoms giant MTN, have been targeted in Lagos, Ibadan and Akwa Ibom. ...

Some hoodlums yesterday night attacked one of the South African multinational companies and torched the building.   An image of the fire incident   Following xenophobic attack in South Africa, angry youths have set MTN Office on fire in the Bodija area of Ibadan, Oyo state capital.   According to report, the office had earlier been shut over widespread attacks on South African companies in the country.   It was reported that irate protesters had attempted to vandalise the office during the day but security operatives resisted the attack.   Meanwhile, some hoodlums regrouped at night and set the office on fire.   A correspondent currently monitoring the development. The Shoprite shopping mall at the Ring Road area of the city of brown roofs was also threatened by protesters.   Watch the video:    

Lily Loveth is one of the indirect victims of the reprisal attacks by Nigerians targeting South African businesses in the country.   The vandalized shop at Shoprite   A store at Novare, Timekeepers Novare mall located in Sangotedo, Lekki - Lagos State was severely vandalized by hoodlums in the wake of attacks on South African multinational firms.   This was spurred by the series of xenophobic attacks by South Africans on foreigners with Nigerians badly affected.   An employee of the shop identified as Loveth has decried the attacks which according to her is affecting Nigerians and not foreigners. According to her account, she is presently jobless. Read her social media post below:  

Fans of the Big Brother Naija reality show have reacted after Seyi emerged as the winner of the Veto Power. Seyi and Tacha   The phrase  “Seyi is unpredictable”  became viral on social media as fans react to Seyi winning the Veto Power after Sunday night’s task. Seyi, who is the grandson of Awolowo now holds the power to save and replace a housemate on eviction tonight. This is the second time, he has won the Veto Power in the Big Brother House. He has shown high level of intelligence as he became the first housemate to win Head of House and Veto Power twice. However, the fans are right, Seyi Awolowo has shown he could be unpredictable on many occasions. The first that comes to mind was when he declined to use his veto power when he won it the first time. Seyi who also appeared close to Tacha in the house has raised some eyebrows when he seems to hide his true feelings for her while speaking with Biggie. In fact, Fans have decided to ship them on many occasio...

The winner of the game gets the ability to save and replace a nominated housemate even if they were the ones that had been nominated.   Seyi   Big Brother Naija 2019, BBNaija, housemate, Seyi has emerged winner of this week’s ‘Veto Power Game of Chance.’   Housemates were instructed to stand behind a stool and pick cards, marbles.   Biggie said the housemate with the highest marble will be eliminated from the game.   He, added that the housemate that picked the least marble wins the ‘Veto Power Card.’   After three rounds, Seyi won the challenge.   Big Brother also said the winner of the game gets the ability to save and replace a nominated housemate even if they were the ones that had been nominated.   The winner also received 100 Bet9ja coins.   Recall that Biggie had last month banned Seyi from participating in the “Veto Power Game of Chance’   Seyi had emerged winner, which gave him the...

American singer, Jidenna encouraged the housemates to be themselves in the house and surpass all kind of emotions.   Jidenna   Nigerian born US singer, Jidenna, on Sunday dished some advice to 2019 BBNaija housemates in the reality show.   Jidenna, who visited the housemates shortly after the eviction show, encouraged the housemates to be themselves in the house and surpass all kind of emotions.   The ‘Bambi’ singer further wished them sucess in their lives after the BBNaija show.   Jidenna said:  “I can imagine what it’s like to be here, it can’t be easy to be cooked up in here and going through real emotions “I salute you all as soldiers and warriors. We put our heart out for people to scrutinize and praise us it is not easy. “But I wish you all the luck in your respective careers beyond this show.”   Meanwhile, Esther and Sir Dee’s eviction on Sunday has left 13 housemates in the reality show to battle for the gr...

It was reported that Frodd, Esther, Tacha, Cindy, Sir Dee, and Venita were up for possible eviction this week.   Esther   Nigerians on social media, on Sunday reacted to the eviction of BBNaija housemates, Esther and SirDee from the reality show.   Esther and SirDee were evicted during Sunday live BBNaija eviction.   It was reported that Frodd, Esther, Tacha, Cindy, Sir Dee, and Venita were up for possible eviction this week.   Reacting, some Nigerians expressed happiness over Esther’s eviction, others wished Sir Dee ‘well.’   @hadegreat20, “Jackie and Esther leaving d bbh at this stage is a clear indication that Nigerians value nonentity than intellectuals.”   @zaddy_nomso, “Esther is Evicted, I repeat Esther the Bitter Leaf is Evicted. We feasting.”   @I_pissvodka, “Esther is out! I repeat Esther is out!! Gather here with your buckets, Frodd is about to release.”   @prince_Chris, “This has to be the ...

According to some Nigerians on social media, Cindy's votes is out of pity for her and may earn her the grand prize.   Cindy   Big Brother Naija eviction show on Sunday saw two housemates leave the 2019 ‘Pepper Dem edition.   Esther and Sir Dee were evicted from the show after scoring least votes.   Following their eviction, details of how Nigerians voted stirred controversy online as Cindy came second with the highest votes, defeating Frodd, Venita, and Sir Dee.   Cindy scored 22.03% immediately after Tacha who had the highest votes.   According to some Nigerians on social media, Cindy’s votes is out of pity for her and may earn her the grand prize.   However, some urged BBNaija voters to take the game serious and stop giving pity votes.   Here are some comments gathered by DAILY POST from Twitter:   @Sogozi “How it possible that Cindy passed frood and Venita. Nah pity votes push Cindy up.”   ...

A man from an undisclosed part of Africa appears to have married a woman who is three times his size.   The interesting picture of the groom and bride   This is a trending wedding photo of a 'strong man' who is taking on a woman who is much bigger than him.   In the picture here, many have said he looks worried about the task ahead. The picture has got people talking on social media.   Many believe he might not live longW

It was reported that Frodd, Esther, Tacha, Cindy, Sir Dee, and Venita were up for possible eviction this week.   File Photo   Following the eviction of Big Brother, BBNaija, 2019 housemates, Esther and Sir Dee, details of how Nigerians voted for the live eviction have emerged.   The duo were evicted during the Sunday night eviction show.   It was reported that Frodd, Esther, Tacha, Cindy, Sir Dee, and Venita were up for possible eviction this week.   However, this week, Tacha had the highest vote, while Esther had the least vote.   Here is a breakdown of how viewers voted:   Tacha-31.22 %   Esther- 6.31%   Frodd- 20.17%   Sir Dee- 7.74%   Venita- 12.53%   Cindy- 22.03%

Ace Nigerian comedian Okey Bakassi has announced that his marriage to his beautiful wife which has produced kids is almost 20 years old.   Okey Bakassi and Zizi   Popular Engineer-turned-comedian Okey Bakassi, and his wife, Zizi celebrates 18 years wedding anniversary as he shared adorable family photos.    In his caption, he natrated how they both lived together in boys quarters for many years before fortune smiled on them.   He is one of the most successful comedians in Nigeria and has travelled across the world.   It would be recalled that celebrity marriages have been crashing really fast in recent times, but the comedian and his wife are excited to still be sailing through for almost two decades.        

Regina Daniels appears to be having a strong chemistry with her step-daughters as seen in these pictures.   Regina Daniels and one of her stepdaughters   Ned Nwoko has beautiful children who look well taken care of. Regina Daniels also seem proud of them and has been showing them off on social media.   The 17-year old married the billionaire businessman and politician earlier this year in a traditional setting.   There have been rumours that Regina who is an actress might be going through rough times with the other six wives of Ned Nwoko.        

The Big Brother Naija housemates have been stunned after Jidenna and Ebuka paid a visit to the house. Jidenna with the housemates   Biggie hit the housemates with yet another twist as Ebuka and Jidenna visited the House. The Visit The Housemates were having their lunch in the lounge when suddenly Biggie announced, “Housemates, freeze!” If you saw the looks on their faces, you would think they had seen Big Brother himself for the first time. Ebuka along with the sensational Nigerian born American rapper, Jidenna walked in. Can you imagine their reactions? Maybe ‘unbelievable’ would be an understatement if we could capture the thoughts of the Housemates as the two unexpected visitors stepped into the House. Like everybody else, the Housemates never imagined a visit. As expected, many of them couldn’t contain their excitement, freeze or not. Cindy nearly leaped for joy upon seeing Jidenna. Also, Diane, Omashola, Mike and Mercy had no choice but to resort to facial express...