We take for granted the job of 911 dispatchers, and it’s easy to forget how important their job really is! This incredible case shows how important it is to be alert to people’s distress, even at a job as tiring as this one. When a woman called 911 to order a pizza, dispatcher Tim Tneyck quickly realized she meant to alert him of domestic violence. The call that was … [Read more...] about A Woman Called to Order a Pizza and Saved Her Mother’s Life
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This Ukrainian Woman is Allegedly Posing As a 16-Year Old
If you’ve seen the horror film The Orphan, the following story is about to sound eerily familiar. Kristine and Michael Barnett believed they had adopted a 6-year old orphan from Ukraine. However, soon after the adoption took place the couple noticed the allegedly 6-year old Natalia wasn’t acting her age; in fact, she seemed far too mature for a 6-year old, both mentally and … [Read more...] about This Ukrainian Woman is Allegedly Posing As a 16-Year Old
Fake Name, Real Fraud: The Story Behind the Fake Heiress Anna Delvey
Anna Delvey has a lot of courage – you have to give her that. For an entire year she pretended to be a wealthy heiress and got away with it. She lived a prestigious lifestyle including living in New York’s finest hotels, going on extravagant vacations to exotic locations, socializing with New York’s elite and living a life she could only dream of as part of New York social … [Read more...] about Fake Name, Real Fraud: The Story Behind the Fake Heiress Anna Delvey
Nigerian Senate Finally Passed The 2016 Budget
The Nigerian Senate has finally Passed the 2016 budget after much delay and controversy. The senate reduced the N6.08 trillion proposal presented by President Buhari in December 2015 by N17 billion. It was the first time since 1999 that the National Assembly would approve a figure lower than proposed by the executive, John Enoh, who heads the senate finance committee, said. … [Read more...] about Nigerian Senate Finally Passed The 2016 Budget
Nigerian Army Kill Boko Haram kingpin And 19 Others In Dalore, Borno State
The Nigerian Army said in a statement that they have killed Boko Haram kingpin in Dalore, Borno State. According to the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Colonel Sani Kukasheka Usman, "Elements of 22 Brigade Garrison carried out clearing operation at Dalore camp on Sunday in which they killed 19 Boko Haram terrorists among whom was Ameer of Dalore. The troops also … [Read more...] about Nigerian Army Kill Boko Haram kingpin And 19 Others In Dalore, Borno State
Former Delta State Governor, Felix Ibru Is Dead
A former governor and the first executive Governor of Delta State, Felix Ibru is dead after battling a prolong sickness. He died today March 12 , 2016, in Lagos state at the age of 80. Felix Ibru was born on December 7, 1935, and hails from Ughelli North Local Government of Delta State. He was elected as the executive governor in 1992, after which he was also elected a … [Read more...] about Former Delta State Governor, Felix Ibru Is Dead
Explosion Rocks CBN Office In Calabar And Many Feared Dead
Many lives has been lost after gas a explosion rocks the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Calabar, Cross River State capital, branch office today. The number of casualties is yet to be ascertain. The fire service men are already at the scene and they have succeeded to quench the fire so far. Family and friends were seen gathered at the gate to know whether their friends or … [Read more...] about Explosion Rocks CBN Office In Calabar And Many Feared Dead
NNPC Commence Nationwide Strike Over Unbundling Of NNPC
Nigerian oil workers have commenced a nationwide strike today after Federal government unbundled NNPC into seven independent units. The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Ibe Kachikwu, yesterday announced the unbundling of the oil company into seven units. The new units are Upstream, Downstream, Gas & Power, Refineries, Ventures, Corporate Planning & Services … [Read more...] about NNPC Commence Nationwide Strike Over Unbundling Of NNPC
How Injury Saved Ocholi First Son Aaron Ocholi From The Accident
The late Minister of state for Labor and Employment, James Ocholi first son Aaron Ocholi would have lost his lives alongside his father, mother and his brother whom all died on Sunday afternoon March 6, 2016 after a fatal accident along the Kaduna-Abuja expressway while returning from a church thanksgiving in Kaduna. 25-year-old Aaron Ocholi, who is now the only son in the … [Read more...] about How Injury Saved Ocholi First Son Aaron Ocholi From The Accident
Deputy Governor of Yobe State, Abubakar Ali, Involved In A Car Crash
The Deputy Governor of Yobe State, Alhaji Abubakar Ali, was involved in a car crash this morning along the Kaduna-Kano Expressway. The Deputy governor was said to have had a head-on collision with a Toyota Avensis. Although the Deputy Governor left the accident scene unhurt, according to eyewitness at the scene the Toyota Avensis somersaulted and was badly damaged. The … [Read more...] about Deputy Governor of Yobe State, Abubakar Ali, Involved In A Car Crash
President Buhari Mourns The Death Of Minister Of State Labor
Nigerian president Muhammadu Buhari has released a press statement to condole with the family of the Late Minister of State Labor and Productivity James Ocholi, who died this afternoon 6 March, 2016 in an auto-crash alongside his son and wife on the Abuja-Kaduna expressway. Read the press statement below.. President Buhari has expressed shock and sadness at the death of … [Read more...] about President Buhari Mourns The Death Of Minister Of State Labor
Minister of Labour And Productivity, James Ocholi Dies In A Car Crash
Minister of State for Labor and Productivity James Ocholi, has passed on after he was involved in car crash accident along Kaduna-Abuja express road this afternoon, he died alongside his wife and his son. Personal Assistant to President Buhari on New Media, confirmed Ocholi's death on twitter. … [Read more...] about Minister of Labour And Productivity, James Ocholi Dies In A Car Crash
Police Rescues The Kidnapped Ikorodu School Girls
The three schoolgirls kidnapped at the Babington Macaulay Junior Seminary in Ikorodu, Lagos have been rescued by the Lagos State Police Command on 29th February 2016. Source close to Lagos State Police revealed that the rescue operation was carried out in the night by the police around Igbokuta Area of Ikorodu. Three suspects, namely; Emmanuel Aigidi, aged 27 years, Seun … [Read more...] about Police Rescues The Kidnapped Ikorodu School Girls
Olusegun Obasanjo Labels EFCC Toothless Bulldog
At his birthday celebration yesterday, Former Nigeria President Olusegun Obasanjo, labeled the Economic Financial Crime Commission (EFCC) as a toothless bulldog. He also call on President Buhari to appoint Nuhu Ribadu as the chairman of the commission who he said is the right man to lead Nigeria’s anti-corruption drive. It must be a surprising verdict, going by the frenetic … [Read more...] about Olusegun Obasanjo Labels EFCC Toothless Bulldog
MILE 12 clash: Lagos Meets Leaders From Mile 12 Market To Settle Dispute
The Lagos State Government on Friday met with all the stakeholders from Mile 12 market, Agiliti community, Maidan and its environs aimed at finding a lasting solution to the violence that led to the closure of the Mile 12 market with a promise that a harmonious and effective solution would be put in place in the next few days. Secretary to the State Government, Mr. Tunji … [Read more...] about MILE 12 clash: Lagos Meets Leaders From Mile 12 Market To Settle Dispute
Don’t Kill Rev King, Igbo Group Begs Nigerian Government
Ndigbo Cultural Society of Nigeria (NCSN) has called on the Federal Government of Nigeria not to make haste in carrying out the death sentence passed on Rev. Chukwuemeka Ezeugo, the General Overseer of Christian Praying Assembly, by the Supreme Court on Friday. Leader of the group, Chief Udo Udeogaranya, made the appeal after the Supreme Court threw out Rev King’s appeal … [Read more...] about Don’t Kill Rev King, Igbo Group Begs Nigerian Government
Supreme Court Upholds Rev. King Judgement, To Die By Hanging
The Supreme Court has ruled that General-Overseer of the Christian Praying Assembly, Chukwuemeka Ezeugo, a.k.a Rev. King is to die by hanging. Seven-man panel of Justices of the apex court led by Justice Walter Onnoghen, upheld the death sentence that was earlier handed to Ezeugo by the Lagos state high court. “This appeal has no merit. The judgement of the court of … [Read more...] about Supreme Court Upholds Rev. King Judgement, To Die By Hanging
Buhari Vows To Punish Those Who Distorted 2016 Budget
Nigerian president Muhammadu Buhari, has vow to punish those who distorted the 2016 budget. This was made known through a press statement released by the special adviser to the president on media and publicity Mr. Femi Adesina. Read the press statement below... President Muhammadu Buhari vowed late Tuesday in Riyadh that all those involved in the “padding” of the 2016 … [Read more...] about Buhari Vows To Punish Those Who Distorted 2016 Budget
EFCC Re-Arraigns Dokpesi Over N2.1bn Arms Scam Deal
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Wednesday re-arraigned former Chairman of DAAR Communications Plc, Chief Raymond Dokpesi. He was arraigned on Wednesday before the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja on a six count criminal charges. Dokpesi was arraigned last year before the court on December 9, 2015 for receiving about N2.1billion from the office of … [Read more...] about EFCC Re-Arraigns Dokpesi Over N2.1bn Arms Scam Deal
Olajumoke Orisaguna And TY Bello Shares Their Story On CNN
Olajumoke Orisaguna the bread seller that photobombed TY Bello photo shoot with Tinie Tempah, has been featured on CNN. She and TY Bello In an Interview with CNN's Stephanie Busari, shared her success story. Olajumoke said "I never expected that this could ever happen to me. My friends have told me they saw me on TV and they are really happy. My parents cannot believe their … [Read more...] about Olajumoke Orisaguna And TY Bello Shares Their Story On CNN
Supreme Court Upholds Governor Darius Ishaku Election
The Supreme Court has upheld the result of the Taraba State Governorship election which held on April 11, 2015 which Governor Darius Ishaku, was declared winner. The judgment delivered by Justice Bode Rhodes Vivour, says is of the affirm view that the petition filed by the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate Mrs Aisha Alhassan, contesting the election … [Read more...] about Supreme Court Upholds Governor Darius Ishaku Election
Nnamdi Kanu Create Scene In Court, Refuses To Come Down From Prison Van
IPOB leader, and operator of Radio Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu who appeared in court this morning created a scene in court premise. He refused to come down from prison van. Nnamdi later came down after much persuasion from his lawyer Chuks Mouma but refused prison officials to remove his handcuffs on him. The last time Nnamdi Kanu appeared in court he was pictured warning one of … [Read more...] about Nnamdi Kanu Create Scene In Court, Refuses To Come Down From Prison Van
Etisalat Sues MTN For Acquiring Visafone’s 800MHz Spectrum
Etisalat Nigeria has filed a suit against MTN for acquiring Visafone’s 800MHz spectrum. Etisalat says the move is to stop MTN from dominating the retail data services market. Etisalat’s Public Relations Regulatory and Corporate Affairs Division Officer, Chinesie Amanfo, confirmed the report. “We have in addition and in line with Section 86 of the Nigerian Communications Act, … [Read more...] about Etisalat Sues MTN For Acquiring Visafone’s 800MHz Spectrum
Osinbajo Takes Over As President While Buhari Goes On Vacation In France
Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari, has proceeded on a five-day vacation, he began his trip today February 5 to February 10, 2016. Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbanjo will take over as the acting president till President Buhari returns. This is in compliance with the Nigerian Constitution, the President has also dispatched a formal notice of his vacation to the Senate … [Read more...] about Osinbajo Takes Over As President While Buhari Goes On Vacation In France
RRS Choppers Locates Crashed Lagos-Bound Bristow Helicopter
The efficacy of the three helicopters of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) purchased by the present administration of Governor Akinwunmi Ambode came to fore on Wednesday as it aided in the location and rescue of a helicopter with registration number N5BQJ belonging to Bristow Group, which crashed while heading to Lagos from Port Harcourt. The RRS helicopters are part of the … [Read more...] about RRS Choppers Locates Crashed Lagos-Bound Bristow Helicopter
Abuja NNPC Mega Station Gutted By Fire
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) mega station at the Central Business District in Abuja has been gutted by fire. A member of staff at the mega station who preferred anonymity told the News agency of Nigeria(NAN) on Monday that the fire started around 10 p.m. on Sunday when a tanker was discharging fuel to the tanks of the petrol station. The source said … [Read more...] about Abuja NNPC Mega Station Gutted By Fire
Nigeria Government Removes Kerosene Subsidy To Sell At N83 Per Litre
Nigerian Government has increased the price of Kerosene from N50 to N83, according to the Petroleum Products Pricing Regulatory Agency (PPPRA) new pricing template released on Sunday. The new price applies only to Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) outlets other filling stations outlet in the country can sell higher than the new price. The breakdown of the … [Read more...] about Nigeria Government Removes Kerosene Subsidy To Sell At N83 Per Litre
Court Orders DSS To Move Nnamdi Kanu To Kuje Prison
Leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, and founder of Radio Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu has been sent to Kuje Prison. Justice John Itsoho of the Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday 20th of January 2016, ordered the DSS to move Nnamdi Kanu to the kuje prison facility. This will enable him have access to his family and lawyer also if there be need for medical … [Read more...] about Court Orders DSS To Move Nnamdi Kanu To Kuje Prison
Niger Delta Militants Destroys More Oil And Gas Pipelines With Explosives
Niger Delta militants have continue to attack more oil facilities in Delta state. The group started attacking the state oil facilities after the arrest of ex-militant Tompolo was ordered on Thursday by a Federal High Court over his involvement in a N34billion fraud. The latest attacks were launched with General Purpose Machine-guns (GPMG) by youths in several … [Read more...] about Niger Delta Militants Destroys More Oil And Gas Pipelines With Explosives
Nigerian Government Removes Fixed Electricity Tariffs Charges
The Chairman of NERC (Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission) Dr. Sam Amandi on Monday, announces the increase of Electricity tariffs and the remove of the monthtly fixed charges of energy across the country. The charges will vary from residential, Commercial and Industrial. The NERC stated that the consumers will pay according to the rate of energy consumed. That is you … [Read more...] about Nigerian Government Removes Fixed Electricity Tariffs Charges
Climate Changes Around The World And Its Accompanying Sad Tales
What is happening to our world?! This is rather some kinds of rhetorical questions emanating from different communities around the globe. From coffee farmers in Uganda to fishermen in Galicia and on to the Pacific and Islands of the seas because of disappearing islands and many more. Climate changes is real and here! The world communities at large are hoping for imminent … [Read more...] about Climate Changes Around The World And Its Accompanying Sad Tales
Tobacco Smoking Likely To Kill Eight Million People By 2030
The rate of deaths arising from the use of tobacco has attracted the attention of a non-governmental organization, the Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Center (CISLAC) to warn the populace of the indiscriminate uses of the deadly product. The organization said that about eight million risk dying of tobacco smoking by 2013! They, therefore called on the media to act on it … [Read more...] about Tobacco Smoking Likely To Kill Eight Million People By 2030
Shoot Civilian, Go To Jail – IGP Warns Nigerian Police
The Inspector General of Police, IGP Solomon Arase, warned Nigerian Police that henceforth, any policeman that shoots unarmed civilian will be jailed. Arase warned commissioners of police to make sure that no officer with psychological problems are to be seen on any assignment, he also added that officers are to stop using horsewhips and canes on Nigerians. IGP Arase gave … [Read more...] about Shoot Civilian, Go To Jail – IGP Warns Nigerian Police
Shocking Photo Of Former Nigeria Minister Diezani Allison-Madueke
Shocking photo of former Nigeria petroleum minister, Diezani Alison-Madueke, in an unrecognizable state has been released online by Dele Momodu the publisher of Ovation magazine in the inaugural edition of his new online newspaper called "The Boss Newspaper." The former minister who was accused to have laundered (£13 Billion) Nigerian Money is seriously suffering from … [Read more...] about Shocking Photo Of Former Nigeria Minister Diezani Allison-Madueke
Ife Kingdom Appoints Prince Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi As The New Ooni Of Ife
This corporate looking man is the new Ooni of Ife Kingdom. His name is Prince Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi and his appointment has been approve by the Osun State Government. It was just about three months ago that the former Oba of Ifeland Okunade Sijuwade died, and now a new king has just emerged in the person of Prince Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi of the Giesi ruling house. He is to … [Read more...] about Ife Kingdom Appoints Prince Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi As The New Ooni Of Ife
Former Petroleum Minister, Diezani Alison-Madueke Arrested In London
Former Nigerian petroleum minister, Diezani Alison-Madueke was arrested in London on Friday 2nd of October 2015 by the United Kingdom National Crime Agency. She was arrested with four others whose identity is yet unknown. According to report, this arrest is in connection with financial deals and corruption committed while she was in charge of the Nigerian petroleum ministry and … [Read more...] about Former Petroleum Minister, Diezani Alison-Madueke Arrested In London
Four Edo State Government officials Arrested Over Cult Activities
Barely 24 hours after the Inspector-General of Police, Mr Solomon Arase, dispatched a special squad to Edo State to tackle the spate of cultism, kidnapping, robbery and other related crimes, the team has arrested 11 suspected leaders of cult groups in the state, among them, four state government functionaries. Police sources said the team, led by the Deputy Commissioner of … [Read more...] about Four Edo State Government officials Arrested Over Cult Activities
Nigeria Police Detained Manager After Reporting A Staff Death
Some angry workers of a snacks factory in the Ikeja area of Lagos trooped to the Ikeja Police Division on Monday to demand the release of their manager, Mr. Abu Abubakar, who was allegedly detained by the police after he reported the death of one of the factory’s workers. PUNCH Metro learnt that the worker, identified simply as Ikechukwu, slumped and died at about 6.30am on … [Read more...] about Nigeria Police Detained Manager After Reporting A Staff Death
SurveyMonkey CEO Dave Goldberg Died Unexpectedly
The CEO of SurveyMonkey.com who is also the husband of Facebook Chief Operating Officer Sheryl Sandberg, Dave Goldberg, died unexpectedly on Friday night, his brother wrote in a Facebook post on Saturday. "It’s with incredible shock and sadness that I’m letting our friends and family know that my amazing brother, Dave Goldberg, beloved husband of Sheryl Sandberg, father of two … [Read more...] about SurveyMonkey CEO Dave Goldberg Died Unexpectedly
Chibok Girls Has Been Found in Sambisa Forest!
Information reaching us right now suggests that the 200 girls kidnapped from a secondary school in Chibok early last year by the Boko Haram militants has been found. According to Nigerian army, 200 girls and 93 women were today rescued from the Boko Haram terrorist in the dreaded forest. Some of the terrorists camps were destroyed in the process. However, details of the … [Read more...] about Chibok Girls Has Been Found in Sambisa Forest!