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A man has raised an alarm following the unhygienic condition where slaughtered and smoked goats are washed in Lagos. According to Twitter user Adebayo Dawodu, the goats are washed in a filthy water around Oke-Ira, Ado road where residents defecate - with faeces floating in same water as he urged Lagosians to be careful where they buy their goat meat from or eat around the area.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/06/see-where-slaughtered-goats-are-washed-in-water-containing-faeces-in-lagos-photos.html

A lecturer at University of Calabar, (UNICAL), has alleged that the commissioner of police in Cross River state has frustrated plans to arrest the powerful men behind his assassination attempt last year. The lecturer identified as Joseph Odok who is well known for criticizing the Cross River state government - was almost killed after he was attacked by some unknown hoodlums in Calabar.

The lecturer has shared an update on this issue. Below is what he shared on his social media page this morning.

A Magistrate Court in Abuja division has Granted Warrants of Arrest for the arrest of Chief of staff CRS Mr. Martin Orim, Attorney General of CRS Barr. Joe Abang, Prof Zana Akpagu the Vice Chancellor University of Calabar and Mr. Chris Abang

The arrest warrant was granted after the accused persons refused to respond or reply letters of invitations extended to them seeking their explanation on their level of involvement in an attempted murder on me that took place on the 4th of September 2017. The police followed the invitation letters to the suspect with another letter written to the governor of Cross River State Senator Ben Ayade to release his accused aides but the governor refused to act nor reply the police. On the basis of the above facts, the police approached the court and obtained an arrest warrant for the arrest of the suspect

Three police men were mobilized on Wednesday the 6th of June 2018 on the authority of the Deputy Inspector General of police Criminal Investigations and intelligence Unit Force Headquarters Area 10, Garki Abuja to execute the warrant of arrest.

The police on reaching Calabar endorsed the arrest warrant in a magistrate court in Calabar Division and proceeded to the Commissioner of Police CRS to report and seek his assistance. According to report, the CP Cross River State refused their demand for additional police men to assist the police execute the arrest warrant. The CP CRS is said to have told the police to go do their best to execute the arrest .

The police from Abuja are said to have began personal efforts to execute the arrest warrant before they were said to have been called by the CP Cross River State and warned not to cause break down of law and order in the state. The police who have rounded up the Chief of Staff CRS Mr. Martin Orim were said to have been summoned by CP and after Mr. Martin Orim was said to have given a statement, the CP is said to have asked for bail for the Chief of Staff with a promise to bring the suspect to Abuja when the governor resumes from his vacation.

In a telephone conversation with the Commissioner of Police CRS, the CP claimed to have given full support to the team from Abuja and claimed that the Abuja team may have been compromised

On reaching out to the team from Abuja, I was categorically told that the CP CRS made every effort to frustrate them. I was told by the team that the normal police practice would have been for the CP to dispatch a team of men who know the suspects and the terrain to execute the arrest warrant. The team from Abuja further alleged that their life was threatened and they are in hiding to sneak out of Calabar today because of security report from one police officer who whispered to them that some agents of CRS government were after their life.

It is sad that even with a warrant of Arrest duly issued by a court of competent jurisdiction to known aides of the Cross River State Government and the Vice Chancellor University of Calabar, the police could not execute the warrant of arrest.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/06/progress-report-on-attempted-murder-unical-lecturer-joseph-odok-in-calabar.html

A Nigerian deportee who just arrived from Libya has given a startling confession at T.B. Joshua’s Church in Lagos, painting an alarming picture of the death toll of African migrants seeking to illegally enter Europe.

Efe Alimi, an Edo State indigene, revealed how he had participated in the mass burial of 5,300 bodies in a single day on the Libyan shore, decomposing remains of those who had drowned while attempting to cross the Mediterranean Sea to Europe.

“Most of the bodies washed up on the shore had decayed. When we picked them up, their flesh peeled away to the bone. Some were without ears, eyes or breasts. All were my African brothers and sisters,” he recollected in a shocking revelation posted to T.B. Joshua’s official Facebook Page.

According to Alimi, the bodies were dumped into a mass grave, crushed by excavators and then covered by the Libyans who had picked him and a group of other migrants to do the “dirty job”.

Alimi travelled to the North African nation via Niger in 2013. 29 embarked on the dangerous journey through the Sahara Desert but only 9 reached Libya.

“I actually buried 20 people in the desert,”Alimi recalled, adding that he only survived by drinking urine after they were stranded for five days without food or water.

After an unsuccessful attempt to cross the Mediterranean to Italy in 2017, he was imprisoned in an underground dungeon for one year before the intervention of the International Organisation for Migration (IOM), who facilitated his return to Nigeria.

Another deportee, Johnson Imonigie, equally shared distressing details of how the makeshift boat he was in capsized en route to Italy. 121 were on board and 87 drowned.

Even prior to his attempt to cross the ocean, Johnson had been kidnapped and sold into slavery three times in Libya.

During his incarceration, one of his close friends was beaten to death in his presence.

“They decided to beat me on my manhood,” he vividly recalled.“I can’t even begin to describe the pain. I was there the day they hit my friend there so hard he actually died.”

On Tuesday 5thJune 2018, 171 Nigerians were voluntarily deported from Libya, over 90 of them deciding to visit Joshua’s famed Church in search of aid.

Hearing their plight, Joshua and his ‘Emmanuel TV Partners’ gave the group N3m ($8,500) to help them start their lives afresh in Nigeria.

The news comes on the heels of the United Nations imposing sanctions on six leaders of human trafficking networks in Libya.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/06/i-buried-20-people-in-the-desert-nigerian-deportee-makes-shocking-confession-photos.html

Credit; Ihechukwu Njoku – freelance journalist

A teenage girl who recently gave birth has been rescued from "bondage" in Akwa Ibom state following a petition by a well meaning citizen over her well-being and that of the baby.

On Friday, the president of Norms Restoration Movement Comr. David John received a distress call from a concerned citizen in Ikot Ekpene LGA to rescue a young 17 year old girl identified as Ms. Unyime David Udo, a native of Ikot Akpa Ayara in Ikono LGA, who was impregnated and subsequently gave birth to a baby girl but was kept under duress and undue influence by one Prince Akan Eyo of Ikot Ekpene LGA.

On arriving there, the president noted with utter despair the inhumane condition which the mother and child were, efforts were made by the president to rescue the girl but the man insisted he won't release the girl.

The President got information about the whereabouts of the girl's parents and tracked down the father at Ikot Akpa Ayara village in Ikono LGA, who claimed that the girl was with the husband but on seeing pictures of the state in which his daughter lived, he broke down and wept.

The Village Head of Ikot Akpa Ayara in Ikono LG Barr, Ndarake mandated the father to go back with the president to get his daughter.

The girl was rescued and talks are underway to ensure comfortable living conditions for the mother and child.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/06/a-17-years-girl-child-rescued-by-comrade-david-john-in-ikot-ekpene.html

Forbes latest world highest paid athletes saw Lionel Messi ranked as number one in football. He was ranked ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo.



Cristiano Ronaldo was the world’s best-paid athlete the past two years, and the Real Madrid star edged Lionel Messi both years for FIFA’s Player of the Year award. But Messi tops his rival this year for earnings, after a contract extension with Barcelona that will keep him with the club through 2020-2021.



Messi's annual salary and bonus exceeded $80 million before taxes, making him the highest-paid player on the pitch this year. He ranks second overall with $111 million, including $27 million through endorsement deals with Adidas, Gatorade, Pepsi and Huawei.

Ronaldo ranks among the three top-earning athletes for the sixth straight year. His $108 million haul over the past 12 months trails only Mayweather and Messi. The Portuguese forward is soccer’s most marketable player. His lifetime Nike contract is worth upwards of $1 billion. He has an array of other deals, including Herbalife, EA Sports and American Tourister, along with a growing line of CR7 branded products for shoes, underwear, fragrance, jeans, children's clothing, hotels and soon-to-open restaurants in Brazil. He remains the most popular athlete in the world on social media, with 322 million followers combined on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Neymar is the third soccer star in the top five. He jumps 13 spots to fifth with an income of $90 million, including $19 million from endorsement partners. Last August, the Brazilian forward signed a five-year contract with Paris Saint-Germain worth $350 million (PSG was also on the for an another $250 million to Barcelona to release Neymar from his contract there).

https://www.soccerpillar.com/2018/06/forbes-ranks-messi-world-highest-paid.html

A young rapper and musician is currently at the center of a sex scandal which has been trending online for some days now.

According to reports, the Ivorian musician identified as identified as Tya Vuitton was said to have his sex tape leaked online by an actress, Val Hassan. The footage which was circulated online -went viral thereby prompting the musician to retaliate.

In revenge, Tya Vuitton released a video showing the young actress, Val Hassan touching herself and masturbating in the process.

The video which is currently trending was posted on Whatsapp, Facebook and other social media platforms.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/06/video-tya-vuitton-releases-sex-tape-of-actress-val-hassane-in-ivory-coast.html


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eedo1GNq-v4

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Officials of Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency, LASCOPA on Monday, inspected Supermarkets along Onipetesi, Agege for expired products.

"This is a laudable move by the Agency. It will bring back hope and trust in the minds of buyers and also rid off fake products from our Supermarkets which can be very harmful to the health of Consumers", said one of the buyers during the raid.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/06/lagos-govt-goes-tough-on-expired-products-as-officials-storm-supermarkets-photos.html

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A tragedy occurred earlier today in Sapele area of Delta state after fire explosion said to have been caused by adulterated kerosene - razed down a building. A lady was said to have bought kerosene from the market as she got home, she poured the kerosene in the stove before she noticed the colour was different.

The lady was said to have poured the kerosene in a basin, after pouring it she gave a little distance then lit a match stick. This act generated an uncontrollable explosion which wrecked havoc on the lady and other properties in the area.

The lady was rushed to the hospital because she was caught up in the explosion with vital parts of her body including her breast burnt severely.

About 18 rooms were razed down containing properties worth thousands of naira, some tenants were fast enough to rescue their household properties but others were not lucky..

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/06/kerosene-explosion-wrecks-havoc-at-a-residential-building-in-delta-state-photos.html

Some Policemen from Edo State Command Headquarters raided a Marijuana joint at Ogbesasa Street, Off Sokponba Road and arrested some persons in connection with Marijuana. According to reports, one Usiomoifo Micheal, a driver of Dr. David Iyamu, the Chief Medical Director (CMD) of Christ Medical Center close to the joint and the Doctor's Cousin were innocently arrested where they went to buy candle sticks because of power outage.

The said Usiomoifo Micheal was mercilessly brutalized by the Police because he demanded to know the rationale behind his unjust arrest and was subsequently taken to the Command alongside others.

The attention of the State Commissioner of Police was drawn to the brutalization meted on the man. According to Kola Edokpayi, the ComPol was not happy with the way the police brutalized the man.

He ordered for his immediate release and the man is presently receiving treatment in the hospital.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/06/detained-victim-of-police-brutality-granted-bail-and-admitted-in-the-hospital.html

A Nigerian soldier has forced to lament on social media following his alleged maltreatment by his superiors. According to the soldier who schooled in Maiduguri, Borno state, he was maltreated by fellow officers and was left with body marks after being seriously flogged and dealt with.

The young officer who decried the alleged action, wrote in pidgin English;

After faightin nd loosin our life for our country dis wot nigeria army officers ar doin 2 our gallant young soldiers my fellow nd able soldiers all over d country z it fair we need 2 stand nd fight 4 our ryt.......Abi una hear say officer d flog officer

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/06/soldier-laments-after-being-flogged-by-his-superiors-see-what-his-body-looks-like.html

Read the press statement below;

The attention of the Lagos State Police Command has been drawn to the news making the rounds on social media that "Policemen stationed near Zenith Bank, Opebi, Ikeja, Lagos, seen counting bribes received and smoking"..

Based on the allegation, the CP Lagos ordered for their arrest, detention and trial. Meanwhile, preliminary investigation into the case revealed that the men weren't counting bribes received as alleged but coupons they collected from a game of gambling they played a.k.a Baba Ijebu.

The men are currently facing disciplinary action that could lead to reduction in rank or dismissal. It is wrong to engage in such distracting activity while on duty.

CP Lagos encourages members of the public to always expose, albeit accurately, indisciplined and unprofessional policemen.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/06/police-men-gambling-baba-ijebu-while-on-duty-arrested.html

A Nigerian man who is from a royal lineage in Benin Kingdom has revealed why a woman cannot become an Oba in their kingdom. The Benin man identified as Black Rice on social media, took time to explain the reason for law restricting women to the royal throne as he shared pictures to buttress his points.

Below is what he shared online;

WHY WOMAN CANNOT BECOME AN OBA IN BENIN KINGDOM...

At the demise of EZOTI, Prince OKPAME was dispatched to ESI to bring home Ezoti's only son, Prince OWERE to ascend the throne of his father... Unfortunately, Prince OKPAME was suspected to have murdered Prince OWERE and his mother, who were buried alive on their way to the City.

Although Prince OKPAME reported that these people died of natural causes; but the Binis held that they were untimely killed, where upon Prince OKPAME was banished and the Prince thereafter sought refuge in ORA... About 1473 AD.

OLUA the Second Son of EWUARE THE GREAT refused the throne as he feared that Prince OKPAME [his brother] would kill him.

The ELDER sister of OLUA my great-great grandad, Princess EDELEYO, was then persuaded to reign as OBA but while she was on her way to USELU to be invested as EDAIKEN, she found herself in the grip of her menstrual period and was therefore unable to perform all rituals which by custom must have no contamination with such conditions regarded as unclean.

The Princess had to remain @ a place now called OGHE EDELEYO for some days; Unfortunately the menstrual period persisted for quite a while and this made the UZAMA [the seven king makers] and EGHAEVBO {wise ones] to decide that, NO WOMAN SHOULD BE ALLOWED TO REIGN AS AN OBA IN FUTURE...

However every EDAIKEN visits Princess EDELEYO'S SHRINE to perform some ceremonies on his way to USELU after his INVESTITURE... In the end, the CHIEFS persuaded OLUA to accept the Throne and thereafter he was CROWNED OBA...

THE ITSEKIRI CONNECTION...

On the assumption of the OBASHIP, OLUA sent his younger son OHON [my grand father] to EHOR AS ENOGIE [DUKE] to keep watch on Prince OKPAME who was threatening an attack on BENIN... IGINUWA his elder son was not popular with the people because of the bad advice he gave to the OBA his father...

The OBA fearing the people will not allow his son to reign as OBA after his demise decided to found him IGINUWA A KINGDOM.

Thus he became the 1st. OLU OF ODIGHI N'AMEN, THE FOUNDER OF THE ITSEKIRI KINGDOM; from where my maternal linage originates...

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/06/why-a-woman-cannot-be-an-oba-in-benin-kingdom-man-reveals-with-photos.html

According to reports, the residents of Offa town in Kwara state have decided to take the bull by the horns in order to provide security for themselves following the robbery attacks on five banks in the area which led to the deaths of over 30 people and many injured in April.

Senate president; Bukola Saraki and the Kwara state governor; Abdulfatah Ahmed visited the community after the attack and promised to build a police station/barracks there.

Now it appears the people are no longer waiting for their leaders and are currently building a police barracks by themselves as seen in the picture.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/06/offa-residents-currently-building-police-barracks-in-kwara-state.html

The Borno state government has begun the demolition of brothels and unregistered hotels in Galadima outlawed area.The demolition process started this morning with heavy security presence after a notice and ultimatum were issued the owners.

The properties slated for demolishing include illegally acquired land, substandard structures, and construction at inappropriate locations, occupied without document or occupied without document remit. The structures includes:

HOTELS IN GALADIMA AREA MAIDUGURI.

* New Travels Hotel.
* Gondola Hotel.
* paragon Hotel.
* Chinners Hotel.
* Pampas Hotel.
* Favour land Hotel.
* Blue Sport Hotel.
* Sea Never Dry Hotel.
* Rall View Hotel.
* Okonna Hotel.
* Easy Guest in Hotel.
* Peace Hotel.
* Chicago Hotel.
* Chrbos hotel.
* Benue Hotel.
* New Travelers 2 Hotel.
* Moonlight Hotel.
* Chobados hotel.
* Chiners 2 Hotel.
* Wazobia Hotel.

This is coming days after brothels and hotels in the area were raided by security operatives and many prostitutes arrested in the process.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/06/demolition-of-brothels-in-maiduguri-begin-after-clamp-down-on-prostitutes-photos.html

Dora Akunyili’s Daughter & Her Canadian Husband Arrive Nigeria For Wedding. PICS


Chidiogo, the daughter of former NAFDAC boss and erstwhile minister of information, late Prof Dora Nkem Akunyili has arrived her hometown in Anambra state with her Canadian husband and family after tying the knot legally in court some months ago abroad.

Yesterday, the gala night was held with lots of Igbo traditional entertainers and masquerades thrilling the Canadian in-laws as Chidiogo Akunyili will today exchange nuptial vows with her hubby, Andrew David Parr.

Chidiogo Akunyili will hold white and traditional weddings tomorrow Saturday 2nd June 2018 at her home in Nneogidi village, Agulu in Anaocha LGA, Anambra State.


Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/06/dora-akunyilis-daughter-chidogo-set-to-wed-in-anambra-state.html

Pictures have emerged showing foreigners proudly rocking the beautiful Super Eagles' jersey after it sold out today worldwide. After Nike received 3 million pre-orders, Nigeria’s World Cup kit was officially released for sale on Friday, June 1. Outside NikeTown in London, fans lined down Oxford Street and round the corner to purchase the kit.

The kit, which was available for sale online quickly sold out with many buyers unable to add to their cart.

As a result of the demand, fans flocked to Nike Town opposite Oxford Circus tube station in hope of having a jersey of their own.

Nike UK also said there were no plans to restock.

The home jersey which goes for about 41,000 naira in Nigeria was first worn in the friendly against Poland in March. The home jersey was worn again in the match against DR Congo.

However, fake replicas of the jersey has flooded the market before the official launch with reports claiming about 3 million of the fake jersey was already on sale.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/06/photos-of-foreigners-rocking-super-eagles-jersey-proudly-after-it-sold-out-today.html

A woman nearly ran mad and said that she prefers death than being alive after her only means of livelihood was demolished by the Governor Willie Obiano led Anambra State government. The heartbroken woman who is said to be the bread winner - rolled on the ground while crying and cursing the state governor after her shop was demolished by task force in Nnewi.

Facebook user King Promxy Jonathan wrote:

"AFTER GOV WILLIE OBIANO demolished her shop at Nnewi and this woman were crying and rolling cursing Willie obiano that God will see her family feel the same humiliation she face and that peace will never be in gov Willie obiano family and when I try to ask her some questions , the lady was crying bitterly and I couldn't hold my tears seen her hard earn shop demolished .

Gov willie please try and reach out to this lady because heaven will remember this lady tears on that faithful day and remember they never voted for you to cause pain rather you were voted to govern well. Chidimma Tonia who is governor aide should see wat his principle did to this lady. She is the bread winner of her family and now this family has lost a big tin. After power judgement follows. My heart is still in deep pain ."

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/06/woman-laments-after-her-shop-was-demolished-in-anambra-state.html