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BJanta:
[b]Unknown Gunmen Now Known. They Are Igbos Who Kill For Human Organs – Soludo


AFTER wrecking havoc in various communities in Anambra State for several months during which many people were kidnapped, killed and sometimes beheaded, many of the so-called unknown gunmen have, at last, become known.

In a space of one year, no fewer than 30 persons, including security operatives, lost their lives through the activities of the unknown gunmen. Many police stations and operational security vehicles were also burnt by the gunmen during their operations.[/b]

The situation was so bad that the November 2021 governorship election in Anambra State was threatened such that the electoral umpire, INEC, almost muted the idea of suspending the election. It was at the height of the unknown gunmen saga in the state that Dr. Chike Akunyili, the husband of the late Professor Dora Akunyili, was killed. Akunyili was felled at Nkpor in Idemili by gunmen after attending a programme in Onitsha where he picked a posthumous award for his late wife.


Other killings by the unknown gunmen were to follow, including those of the lawmaker representing Governor Chukwuma Soludo in the state House of Assembly, Dr. Okechukwu Okoye, a former member of the state House of Assembly, Hon Nelson Achukwu, a woman and her four children who were killed at UGA and an Onitsha based man, Sir Paulinus Mbanugo.


When Governor Chukwuma Soludo assumed office, he could not settle down properly for work immediately because no day passed without stories of gunmen burning police stations and attacking local government headquarters, or killing people. Many communities had to inform their relations residing outside the state not to come home until the situation improves.


Realizing that no meaningful achievement could be recorded under such a situation, Soludo swore to recover the state first before going into the execution of his promised programmes for the people. And so, the battle began. First, he revived the Anambra Vigilante Group and empowered them to be able to face the usually heavily armed gunmen. From all indications, results of the governor’s action are positively showing.


Recently, eight persons suspected to be connected with the murder and beheading of the late Hon Okechukwu Okoye, the lawmaker representing Governor Soludo’s Aguata Constituency 11 and his aide, were arrested by security operatives. Few others have also been picked and they are assisting security operatives in locating the camps in the forests. In these forests, such items, including coffins, charms, dangerous drugs, women, cars of all makes and large sums of money were common features.


Following the routing and smoking out of these gunmen from their camps in the forests, normalcy is gradually returning to the various communities. The routing started with the destruction of one of the most dreaded camps located in the thick forest along the bank of Oseakwa River bordering Ihiala and Ogwuaniocha in Ogbaru local government area where the supposed king of the gunmen, popularly known as Double Lion, held sway.


On the day he and four of his members were killed, Double Lion didn’t see it coming as they were easily gunned down by their breakaway colleagues who have since repented and are now working for the state. It was gathered that they had to eliminate Double Lion and his gang because they jettisoned the original plan by extorting and harassing people during weddings, burials and other ceremonies.


Double Lion, who hailed from Awoidemili in Orsu local government area of Imo State began his gun activities along the now abandoned Awka Etiti – Utuh- Ukpor- Orsumoghu- Lilu- Mbosi- Isekke axis, which used to be the connecting route between Anambra and other states of Imo, Abia, Akwa Ibom and Cross River states because of the traffic gridlock along the Onitsha-Owerri road.


The armed gang also created a new operational camp in the Unubi bush, a town located in Nnewi South local government area of Anambra State. However, when the gunmen made that axis their haven and set up similar camps inside Orsumoghu and Lulu forests, motorists abandoned the route after many people had either been kidnapped or killed.


Happenings on that road made Governor Chukwuma Soludo to impose curfew on the entire Anambra South senatorial zone and banned the use of motorcycles at certain times in the zone.


The governor, who was seriously challenged by the gunmen, swore never to surrender the state to them, insisting that his administration must reclaim and make Anambra a livable state.


In the words of the governor, majority of the unknown gunmen are Igbo. “Let us be very clear: These criminals causing mayhem in Anambra are Igbos (dominantly from other South East states) whose real objective is lucrative criminality and foisting their idolatrous religion on the region. Why is it that everywhere they gather and in every camp they operate, there is a deity/idol to which they routinely offer blood in sacrifice? Igbo are known for their enterprise but these criminals are bent on killing Ndigbo businesses.


“The people of the South East, especially Anambra, are predominantly Christians. But with this gang, idolatry is back with vengeance. They forcefully try to convert people, especially the young ones to idolatry by initiating them into cults, swearing oaths to their deities, with the promise of invincibility. Consequently, these youths join them as members and informants.

“Spilling of the blood of the innocent is considered an abomination by our culture and by our Christian religion. We understand that they and harvest human organs for rituals and human sacrifice in their so called camps.


“With their new religion of idolatry and deadly weapons which they use to kill at random, they have tried to create a culture of fear and silence. More recently, the people have begun to question their propaganda, motive and means and they know that they have lost the sympathy of the people. That explains why they desperately tried to ignite a national inter-ethnic crisis by killing some innocent northerners who have lived peacefully in our state for decades to divert attention from their criminality and then seek to re-brand themselves as “defenders of the people.” They have failed, and would continue to fail.”


Five months gone in his administration, Soludo is winning the battle, such that the so-called unknown gunmen have become known.


Those of them who have succumbed to the superior power of the state security apparatus have been ranting and confessing their escapades in the state.


Take the case of Chukwudi, alias 50, for example. The hoodlum, who said he has been part of the unknown gunmen in Anambra State for the past one year, confessed that he had so far killed four persons, including two policemen and two civilians.


‘50’ was caught inside a forest at Ukpor, his home town, in Nnewi South local government area of the state along with other members of his gang by security operatives.


The security operatives had last week stormed the camp and arrested some of the unknown gunmen and destroyed the camp. Items recovered during the raid include arms and ammunition, police and military uniforms, a coffin containing charms and various kinds of drugs.

He said that although many people had been killed inside the camp, including those whose relations already paid ransom, he had not killed more than four people, adding that the last person he killed before their camp was destroyed was at the instance of their leader who ordered him to kill the man because he was a saboteur.


He said that their leader, Ezemuo, (King of spirits) now at large, was doing most of the killings, along with the late Double Lion who was killed at Ihiala.

Chukwudi said: “We killed some people because they were accused of monitoring us and acting as informants to the police and government. The two policemen I killed were at Ozubulu and I did it because the commander ordered me to do so.

soartrends:
SOWORE SHames AMAECHI, addresses former Governor as urgent activist.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hEzDxT9cZyI

WriterNig:
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🍁 Canadian Premier, Doug Ford posted:

olurotimi:
She needed a shengen transit visa-Type A for that route [NBO-CDG-MAN]. She was duly offer another route which she declined. Often times it's advisable getting tickets from an IATA travel agency whom would have advised her better or offered a better route via the GDS. I assume she booked this ticket on her own online via her smartphone.

maivd:
Kenya Airways Agent Delays Nigerian Passenger After Altercation At Nairobi Airport, Says ‘Call Your President’


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QJ8zCFTxWWQ

https://saharareporters.com/2025/02/03/viral-video-kenya-airways-agent-delays-nigerian-passenger-after-altercation-nairobi

zero8zero:
https://www.gistreel.com/late-dr-ikennas-father-in-law-reveals-reason-for-15k-child-support/


Francis Van-Lare, the father-in-law of the late US-based Nigerian doctor, Dr. Ikenna Erinne, has shed light on the reason for the hefty child support.

In a Facebook post, Van-Lare dismissed allegations against his late son-in-law while clarifying the reasons behind the $15,000 child support order imposed on him.


This came amid the backlash trailing the Van-Lare family, suggesting that the hefty child support triggered the reaction which led to the doctor’s suicide.

“To set records straight, Dr. Ikenna Erinne’s license was never revoked. He had active licenses in Illinois, New York, Virginia, and Maryland. One state cannot revoke all licenses at once, and none were revoked,” Van-Lare stated.

Addressing the hefty child support payment, he explained that the sum was determined due to the special care required for Erinne’s physically challenged son.

“The child support was set that much because he has a physically challenged son needing special care from different medical facilities, plus attending a special needs school that costs money. Courts consider the income of both parents before making decisions,” he added.

Van-Lare expressed his disappointment over Erinne’s actions, stating, “He is not a victim but failed his son and daughter, who are now left without their father. I just thank God he did not shoot my daughter and grandchildren in his madness.”

Questioning the rationale behind taking one’s own life over financial obligations, he added, “Which sane person takes his own life over money he is supposed to use to support his children? He was asked to pay child support, not alimony or spousal support, as my daughter is self-sufficient.”

Despite his critical remarks, Van-Lare extended his condolences. “May his soul rest in peace regardless. My family will raise the children without him.”
https://m.lindaikejisblog.com/2025/2/dr-ikenna-erinne-thank-god-he-didnt-sh00t-my-daughter-and-grandchildren-in-his-m-at-dness-francis-van-lare-says-as-he-defends-hefty-child-support-payment.html

Raco.on:
"United Airlines plane catches fire on runway, terrified passengers scream, get off."

A United Airlines flight from Houston to New York was evacuated after the plane caught fire on the runway due to an engine issue. Passengers were safely evacuated, and no injuries were reported. The flight was rescheduled for a later time, and a replacement aircraft was arranged. The FAA is investigating the incident.

A United Airlines flight from Houston to New York had to be evacuated Sunday morning after the plane caught on fire on the runway while it was preparing to take off. The incident spread panic among the passengers who started screaming after spotting flames around the wings.

United Airlines Flight 1382, an Airbus A320, aborted its takeoff from the George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) in Houston, Texas, due to a “reported engine issue” just after 8:30 a.m., the FAA said in a statement.
A video obtained by FOX 26 Houston shows flames visible on the plane's wing.

In the footage, a flight attendant can be heard instructing passengers to remain seated, while one traveller exclaims, "No, it's on fire!"
Passengers were immediately taken out of the plane and were carried to the terminal by a bus, the FAA statement added.

The flight with 104 passengers and five crew members has been rescheduled to take off at 12.30 pm local time.

Passengers evacuated using stairs and the emergency slide, according to the Houston Fire Department. A video from the scene shows a group of fliers standing on the tarmac.

Authorities confirmed that no injuries were reported. The Houston Fire Department stated they did not have to extinguish a fire related to the incident.

A replacement aircraft is set to depart for New York at 12:30 pm, the Houston Airport confirmed. The FAA is investigating the cause of the incident.

The incident took place as two major aviation mishaps shook the country. 67 people died as a military helicopter and an American Airlines plane collided in Washington DC. Seven people died and 19 were injured when a medical transport plane crashed near a busy mall in Philadelphia on Friday.

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/united-airlines-plane-catches-fire-on-runway-terrified-passengers-get-off/articleshow/117865135.cms

TheDemola:
Earlier: https://www.nairaland.com/8333365/kenya-airways-agent-delays-nigerian


1. There is a long history of maltreatment against your airline, of Nigerian passengers. These passengers include staff of the NCAA.

2. I have advised the passenger that unruly behaviour is inexcusable at any airport and she can be blacklisted by the airline, and even pay fines. The NCAA does not condone unruly behaviour.

3. There is no basis to have tried to forcefully delete her video.

4. You should not have allowed her to board your flight from Nigeria IF she was not qualified due to visa requirements. You issued her boarding passes and let her leave Lagos.

5. She flew into Nigeria via your airline on the same route.

6. She claims to have called the airline BEFORE paying for the ticket and she was told that she was qualified since she own a BRP.

7. The statements made by your staff were inappropriate for someone in the industry. "Call your president," insinuates a lot.

8. You will be asked to provide CCTV footage showing that she threw her used sanitary towels AT your staff rather than place them on the table when asked by your personnel to provide evidence that she was bleeding.

9. The NCAA has invited your Ag. Station Manager in Lagos to a meeting by 1pm today. We will review all of the issues. Attendance is mandatory.

https://x.com/mikeachimugu01/status/1886339602262237382?t=KfwzxEyv8owcfl70OLcw8A&s=19[/quote]A succinctly worded response to the Kenyan Airline by the NCAA.

nlfpmod:
Kanye West’s Wife Bianca Censori Shocks by Appearing Fully Naked on Grammys Red Carpet

There’s “barely-there fashion,” and there’s the look that Kanye West’s wife, Bianca Censori, wore on the red carpet at the 2025 Grammy Awards: essentially, naked.

The couple didn’t last long at the event. They were escorted out shortly after Censori flashed the world, Page Six reports, with speculation ramping up as to whether the pair were even invited to the ceremony. West was nominated for Best Rap Song for co-writing “Carnival,” by rap duo ¥$.

West and Censori arrived about two hours before the telecast was set to begin. The couple initially posed side by side and expressionless, staring down the photographers. He wore an all-black ensemble, while she was wrapped in an oversized coat that appeared to be fur. She then coyly turned around and began to drop the coat off her shoulders.

“Let’s see the outfit one time, Bianca! Let’s see the outfit!” one photographer is heard shouting. It’s likely that he was expecting for Censori to reveal, well, an actual outfit.

Instead, she let the coat fall to the floor, exposing her buttocks.

Her “dress” was a skintight piece of completely sheer fabric. When she turned around to show photographers the front of her…“look,” there were no modesty garments underneath the transparent cloth. Her breasts, her nipples, her nether region: It was all on full display, as West side-stepped out of the shot for her his naked wife to stand for the feverishly shuttering cameras alone.

The sheer fabric is, technically, a dress. You can see a hem line crossing Censori’s upper (upper) thighs.

https://www.thedailybeast.com/obsessed/kanye-wests-wife-bianca-censori-goes-fully-naked-at-grammys-shocks-internet/

Glimpsetv:
Nigerian Patient Tries to Woo Indian Nurse.

A video has surfaced online showing a sick Nigerian man trying to get the attention of an Indian nurse treating him, sparking mixed reactions.

In the video, the man is heard repeatedly boasting about how well-endowed Africans are, while the calm nurse responds, saying she doesn’t like Africans. The man then tells the nurse that Indians are not good. In response, the nurse points out that an Indian is the one treating him, to which he replies that Indians are good at treating illnesses but not in bed. He goes on to say that while Indians have two legs, Africans have three, even inviting the nurse to visit him at night so he could prove what Africans are made of.

This interaction has sparked diverse opinions—some believe the man should have focused on recovering from his illness rather than attempting to woo the nurse treating him.

Watch the funny video and share your thoughts in the comments!


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zUDxi7eTYUw?si=OzcXJsOkGcXHQKRt

chopnaira:
Dr. Toyin Tofade made history as the first Black female president of Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (ACPHS) in July 2022.

Tofade, since assuming office, has spearheaded transformative initiatives, strengthening the college’s future.

Toyin Tofade: Transformative Leadership at ACPHS
Under her leadership, ACPHS launched a bold new strategic plan and introduced ACPHS Online in March 2024. She restructured academic units, implemented a leadership program for aspiring leaders, and fostered an entrepreneurial spirit across the institution.

Her efforts have driven significant enrollment growth, with total applications rising by 18.58%, deposits increasing by 35.03%, and transfer admissions soaring by 714.29% as of July 2024. PharmD year-one deposits also saw a 210% surge, while industrial fellowship positions for graduates doubled.

2024 marked the largest expansion in ACPHS history, with seven new degree programs approved, including bachelor’s programs in health sciences, psychology, forensic science, and biology, as well as master’s programs in biomedical sciences and cytotechnology.

The student experience has flourished, with heightened media recognition and national championships in men’s track & field and women’s soccer. Her leadership has also expanded partnerships at local, national, and international levels.

Toyin Tofade distinguished career in pharmacy
Before ACPHS

Dr. Tofade was Dean and Professor at Howard University College of Pharmacy. She held key roles at the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy and served as a clinical specialist at UNC hospitals. She was also Director of Pharmacotherapy Services at Wake AHEC.

A trailblazer in pharmacy leadership, Dr. Tofade became the first Black woman to serve as President of the International Pharmacy Federation (FIP) Academic Pharmacy Section and was named an FIP Fellow in 2018. She has contributed to diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts within the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy and participated in policy advocacy initiatives.

Recognitions and Achievements
Dr. Tofade has earned numerous accolades, including:
- Albany Business Review’s Power 50 Executive (two consecutive years)
- ASHP’s 2022 Donald E. Francke Medal
- UNC Pharmacy Alumni Association’s 2021 Distinguished Service Award
- 2019 Fred M. Eckel Pharmacy Leadership Award
- 2018 Distinguished Service Award from NAPPSA

Education and Professional Development
She holds a BPharm from Obafemi Awolowo University, an MS in Pharmacy Practice, and a PharmD from UNC Chapel Hill. She has also completed leadership programs at Harvard Kennedy School and Penn State.

https://www.vanguardngr.com/2025/02/meet-toyin-tofade-first-black-female-president-of-a-us-college/

GistMedia0:
Nigerian Afrobeats star Tems made a powerful statement at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards in 2025, singing her hit song Love Me Jeje while proudly waving the Nigerian flag. The performance not only captivated the global audience but also celebrated the strength, creativity, and rich cultural heritage of Nigeria.

Tems, who won the Best African Music Performance Grammy Award for Love Me Jeje, took the opportunity to showcase Nigeria’s immense talent and influence on the world stage. "This is for Nigeria," she said during her acceptance speech. "To show the world the beauty and power of our culture."

Her unforgettable performance and win highlight the growing global impact of Nigerian music, with Tems leading the charge as a proud ambassador for her homeland.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ieXsg3xLNKs

MightyCJ:
Sen. Kalu Pays Condolence Visit To The Late FCT Minister's Family, Lt. Gen. JT Useni.

He Expressed:

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18Txqc2Ufh/

chopnaira:
https://www.vanguardngr.com/2025/02/trump-orders-bombing-of-isis-targets-in-somalia/

renderme:
Nigerian Afrobeats star Tems has secured her second Grammy Award, winning in the Best African Music Performance category at the 67th Recording Academy Awards 2025.

Her hit song Love Me Jeje triumphed in a category dominated by Afrobeats heavyweights, with Chris Brown as the only non-Afrobeats nominee.

Tems faced strong competition from fellow Nigerian artistes, including Burna Boy, Asake, and Wizkid for their collaboration MMS, as well as Yemi Alade and Davido, who featured alongside Lojay on Chris Brown’s Sensational.

This latest achievement further cements Tems’ status as one of Africa’s most celebrated global music icons.
Source: https://www.vanguardngr.com/2025/02/tems-wins-best-african-music-performance-grammy-dedicates-award-to-mother/

renderme:
The nominees were:

Best African Music Performance – Grammy 2025
✅ “Love Me JeJe” – Tems (WINNER) 🏆
❌ “Tomorrow” – Yemi Alade
❌ “MMS” – Asake & Wizkid
❌ “Sensational” – Chris Brown ft. Davido & Lojay
❌ “Higher” – Burna Boy

renderme:
Nigerian Afrobeats star Tems has secured her second Grammy Award, winning in the Best African Music Performance category at the 67th Recording Academy Awards 2025.

Her hit song Love Me Jeje triumphed in a category dominated by Afrobeats heavyweights, with Chris Brown as the only non-Afrobeats nominee.

Tems faced strong competition from fellow Nigerian artistes, including Burna Boy, Asake, and Wizkid for their collaboration MMS, as well as Yemi Alade and Davido, who featured alongside Lojay on Chris Brown’s Sensational.

This latest achievement further cements Tems’ status as one of Africa’s most celebrated global music icons.
Source: https://www.vanguardngr.com/2025/02/tems-wins-best-african-music-performance-grammy-dedicates-award-to-mother/

chopnaira:
A United States-based Nigerian woman, Abayomi Whint, has been sworn in as a judge for the Kings County New York Civil Court.

This was disclosed in a video tagged, ‘Welcome to the bench, Your Honor!’ via her Instagram page on January 23, 2025.

Whint was among the eight candidates elected as judges in Brooklyn, in November 2024.

In the video, Whint, who was sworn in at Brooklyn Law School, took the oath of office to the cheers of her family members and friends, who were dressed in white and green.

She said, “…to discharge the duties of the office of judge for the Kings County New York Civil Court, according to the best of my ability. So help me God.”

Whint practised law primarily in the public sector for over 20 years.

She is an experienced litigator, certified mediator, and arbitrator who specialises in conflict resolution.

Also, Whint participated in organisational leadership, fostering cultures of belonging, team building, and the application of restorative practices as a ReRestortative Circle Keeper.

According to her LinkedIn profile, “she views justice not merely as a concept but as an active commitment to fairness, equity, and truth in every decision.”
https://punchng.com/nigerian-woman-becomes-us-judge/

Revolva:
Notin will make me buy Oraimo powerbanks anymore.....i bought 40000Mah for 35k Naira....in 2023...July....it keep draining....i returned it ..by taking it to carlcare center...for replacement within 5 month , they gave me a brand new one , again the brand new one started it own draining again..within a month, i took it there for another replacement....they gave me another brand new one...i was happy that this is the last bustop of draining....can you imagine this last one was d worst and presently it did not even reach 3 weeks it started malfunctioning....draining na baba..it cant even charge a smart fone...you will just see from 100% to 20% witin 20 mins......WTF.....a 40000Mah that can last a week and still have like 60% batter life....omo i gave up.....my 35k Naira wasted ....i then took my money to buy itel powerbank and its d best till today serving me well long lasting

the truth it Oraimo ...is now a sham.....go to carlcare center and see complains returns anger from customers ..especially their powerbanks

JovialJune:
Value yourselves especially with the new year approaching, stop enabling men to treat you as nothing please

I saw this screenshot on IG yesterday and I've been fuming ever since...

Pls value yourselves!!!

Mynd44:
After the nonsense that happened in Wadata plaza last week, it will be almost impossible for the PDP to go to court to declare any seat vacant. All they have to do is claim leadership wahala from the chairmanship of the party.

This leadership matter has been happening since but last weeks fighting on video just gave more people the confidence.

More of this might happen unfortunately and put more strain on the opposition.

ogododo:
FOLLOWING the infiltration of bandits, Boko Haram and ISWAP members in the South-West, monarchs in the zone say they have activated the traditional means of securing the zone.

The traditional rulers also vowed to ensure that the South West would not be a haven for bandits or insurgents.

We’re providing traditional support—Deji of Akure

[b]When asked what steps the monarchs are taking to curb the rising insecurity and influx of bandits, the Chairman, Council of Chiefs in Ondo State, the Deji of Akureland, Oba Aladetoyinbo Aladelusi, said they are providing traditional support to address insecurity.

The monarch, who spoke through his Chief Press Secretary, Michael Adeleye said: “The influx of bandits into some parts of Southwest as raised by Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State is a pointer to the fact that the Military is seriously working and their efforts at flushing out bandits from the country is yielding the desired results.

“However, with the recent information of their possible influx into the southwest, let me say categorically that the South West cannot be a haven for any bandit group being displaced from far away north.

“The traditional institutions are working with the South-West Governors to ensure that our area is secured.

“On our part, we are reaching out to all our Olus and Chiefs in the forest reserve areas to look out for any strange faces[/b] and ensure that they do not allow their subjects or residents of their various communities from harbouring strange faces.

We’ve taken enough steps —Oba Faboro

Also speaking with Vanguard, the chairman, Ekiti State Council of Traditional Ruler. Oba Olori Faboro, said though Ekiti has been peaceful, the fear of invasion only exist in the social media.

Oba Faboro said: “We have taken enough steps, we have Amotekun here and about this time last year, the Governor set up the Agro Marshall, and they patrol our farms. The incident of kidnapping here is not the way it was before over a year ago.

“The police have been doing a fantastic job. All these social media news, I don’t subscribe to them.”

Collaboration between govt and monarchs needed— Orangun of Oke-Ila

Stressing the need for constant collaboration between government and traditional rulers to tackle the menace, the Orangun of Oke-Ila, Oba Adedokun Abolarin, said: “We must all be vigilant. The Federal Government must be in constant dialogue with traditional rulers to check the menace. We are the ones in the rural areas, we know the terrain; we know the people”.

We’ve established community vigilance groups — Okere of Sakiland

The Okere of Sakiland, Oba Khalid Olabisi, equally said that steps are being taken to curb the influx of bandits and prevent the rise in insecurity in his domain, Oba Olabisi, in a telephone interview with Vanguard, said: “We have established community vigilance groups to monitor and report suspicious activities fostering a culture of awareness among residents.

“We are collaborating closely with local law enforcement and military units; we ensure effective communication and rapid response to threats.

We lack powers to check insecurity —Eselu of Iselu Kingdom

On his part, the Eselu of Iselu Kingdom in Yewa North local government area of Ogun State, Oba Akintunde Akinyemi said with the present Constitution operated in Nigeria, the traditional rulers do not have any power to check insecurity but urged the government to do the needful in securing their territory.

Oba Akinyemi said: “Due to the porosity of the nation’s border, the government must inform all the security agencies at the border to be on alert.”
https://www.vanguardngr.com/2025/02/bandits-influx-yoruba-monarchs-activate-traditional-ways-of-protection/

DesChyko:
Jesus H. Christ.

That's a bloody waste of funds.

It's forgiveable though, since it's likely your first time doing this alternative energy thing and you went in yourself. Moreover, we can't all be lucky to meet good guidance on our first try.

My first power station setup cost me about 130k in 2022. Custom built in Nigeria here and ships as separate components.

DesChyko:
Depends on the output wattage. For a power bank to charge a random laptop:

1. The laptop needs to have a Type C port since that's readily supported.
2. The power bank should be able to output 45W and above. Older laptop models may require less power but those hardly have Type C charging ports.

In summary, use only a power bank only if specified to charge laptops. The power drain on unsupported power banks will damage the batteries in the power bank.

drstranged:
A 36-year-old United States-based Nigerian cardiologist, Ikenna Erinne, has reportedly committed suicide after losing a child support case to his yet-to-be-identified ex-wife.

The incident was said to have occurred on Sunday, January 26.

It was gathered that the Anambra-state-born late doctor had a prolonged divorce battle with his estranged wife, including the custody of their children.

He, however, lost the case after a US court ruled in favour of his ex-wife and ordered him to pay a monthly child support of $15,000.
Confirming the incident in a post shared on X.com, a Nigerian-American, Clayton Udo, said the court’s verdict took a severe financial toll on him, leading to his tragic death.

He wrote, “The abuse of African men in the USA must come to an end. In a deeply troubling case, Dr. Ikenna Erinne, an American-trained cardiologist, allegedly took his own life after an American court ordered him to pay his ex-wife $15,000 monthly, following a prolonged and contentious divorce case. This tragic incident highlights the systemic issues within the legal system that disproportionately affect African men.”

Udo, who claimed to be an expert in psychological and mental abuse, revealed that the deceased had spent thousands of dollars in legal fees before the court’s verdict turned out in favour of his ex-wife.

He further explained that the late doctor lost his license as a cardiologist to the case, adding that he died after shooting himself.
He shot himself to death. He spent thousands of dollars in legal fees – wasted money. I am talking about a process that impoverishes you. You go to court and they take all your money.

“He lost his license as a cardiologist in this case plus they slammed on him 15,000 dollars a month plus restricted access to his children,” he added.

Another member of the Nigerian community in the United States, Obim Onujiogu, also confirmed Erinne’s death in a post on Facebook.

Onujiogu described him as a compassionate healer and devoted family man.

He, however, disclosed that his funeral would be held Monday in Maryland, the United States.

Onujiogu wrote, “In Loving Memory of Dr. Ikenna C. Erinne. It is with heavy hearts that the ASA DC family announces the sudden and untimely passing of Dr. Ikenna Erinne Dr. Ikenna C. Erinne, was a beloved father, son, brother, and esteemed cardiologist, who departed on January 26, 2025.

"Born on March 4, 1988, Dr. Erinne was a compassionate healer and devoted family man. He is survived by his children Ugonna and Munachi, parents Engr. Chris and Mrs. Chinwe Erinne, and siblings Chuks, Onyi, Kenny, and Gechi.

“A celebration of Life will be held on Monday, February 3, 2025, at Gary L. Kaufman Funeral Home in Elkridge, MD, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM , followed by interment at Meadowridge Memorial Park.”

https://punchng.com/us-based-nigerian-doctor-allegedly-kills-self-over-15000-child-support/

adenigga:
Source: https://dailypost.ng/Tinubu-will-win-second-term-in-2027-Joe-Igbokwe

Morbeta11:
Describing himself as non-Yoruba, he said he is an Okun man with a Fulani mother. However, he said he identifies more with his Fulani heritage.

Abbey added that the conversation is only setting the stage for what is to come in the coming days and months.

He said, “Like I said, I am not a Yoruba man, I’m an Okun man. I’m not from the southwest; I’m from Kogi State. And as a Muslim, the Sultan speaks for me and represents my interest. So when a group of barbarians in the so-called Yorubaland, southwest Nigeria, the Yoruba nation terrorists and their apologists, when you see the unprintable names that they have been calling the Sultan.

“This is just a warning. Alaafin of Oyo is not someone that we cannot also drag, the Ooni of Ife is not somebody that we cannot drag. When you decide to be unfortunate and we decide to push back, you now say, ‘Oh, I told you, he is not Yoruba, he is a Fulani slave.’ Yes, I am. My mother is Fulani. In fact, I identify more with my Fulani heritage. So this will be just wetting the ground for what will be happening in the coming months, coming days, and the coming weeks.”

He further asserted that he does not require the votes of the Yoruba people, implying a disregard for their political power and influence.

He said, “If I ever come to you to ask for your votes, the hell with you and your votes.

“I don’t need the vote of Lagos, I don’t need the vote of Osun, I don’t even need whatever your so-called Yoruba conservatism has to offer, they are useless to me.

“If I want to contest election, I will contest in Kogi. My Okun people, we don’t discriminate, we are not even Islamophobe.

He further said, “I think if we want to have a vvry decent conversation, I don’t know if it is still a cruise to some people but it has now gone beyond cruise when the lives and religion of a group of people are being threatened on their own soil.

“Some groups of people want to turn their fellow countrymen and tribesmen into second-class citizens in their fatherland because they practise a certain religion. It shouldn’t be taken for a joke; no agenda should even be tolerated.
https://saharareporters.com/2025/02/01/kogi-jihadist-threatens-yoruba-people-rejecting-sharia-law-its-time-start-preaching#google_vignette

Biznesworld:
upon all your príde, and shakara, see who you later marry - Nigerian Man Obi Arinze in Facebook Drags her ex Girlfriend.

In his comments, he said, “upon all your pride, and shakara, you leta marry who is ready and not love.now l noticed you don't really know what you want.

l taught you said you will find someone that is better than l,(Law Of KARMA IS AT WORK.) now you marry because of act of frustration, pride,and stupidity.

So your husband cannot even afford to buy New clothes for you on your special day ceremony, than using the clothes l bought for you about 2 years ago on your special day.

I'm totally ashamed of you upon all your pride,and arrogant, beauty with no sense.

you dey marry your papa agemate . Shameful bride price, and introduction, my foot....”
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femisplash:
The Nigeria Export Promotion Council, NEPC, has confirmed that the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, has approved CFA Franc to be captured on Nigeria Export Proceeds, NXP, forms for the repatriation of export proceeds.

Mrs. Nonye Ayeni, Executive Director of the NEPC, disclosed this while addressing newsmen on the Non-Oil Export Performance for the year 2024 in Abuja on Friday.

Ayeni said that the council had earlier engaged the CBN on the inclusion of the CFA Franc to boost trading.

She said that the currency was one of the currencies to be received as export proceeds by the bankers.

“I am delighted to inform you that the CBN has magnanimously approved CFA to be captured on NXP forms for the repatriation of export proceeds.

“We will be working with CBN and the banks to ensure full implementation. “I must say that this is a remarkable breakthrough for the council and further reaffirms the impact of the council’s current flagship programme,” she said.

She also highlighted other efforts by the agency to facilitate exports, including certification of 400 small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) exporters.


https://www.thecable.ng/cbn-approves-cfa-for-repatriation-of-export-proceeds/

AmazingGenius:
NCAA revokes licenses of two aviation operators over regulatory breaches

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has revoked the Air Operator Certificates (AOCs) of two aviation companies Omni-Blu Aviation and Eastwind Aviation Logistics Services Limited over violations of regulatory standards.

According to the NCAA, both companies were found to be in breach of Part 1.2.1.5 of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Regulations (Nig. CARs), which prohibits falsification, reproduction, or alteration of applications, licenses, certificates, logbooks, reports, or records. Under Part 1.2.1.5(b) of Nig. CARs, such infractions warrant the revocation of the Air Operator Certificate as a penalty.

As a result, the AOCs of Omni-Blu Aviation (OBA/AOC/12-15/002) and Eastwind Aviation (EAL/AOC/03-24/001) have been officially revoked, rendering them unable to operate aviation services in Nigeria. According to a post on the NCAA x handle.

Omni-Blu Aviation, a Lagos-based helicopter service provider, has been actively involved in the Oil & Gas sector, offering offshore transportation services. Similarly, Eastwind Aviation is a global commercial aviation services provider specializing in helicopter operations for the Nigerian Oil & Gas and Government sectors.

“In efforts to further sanitize the aviation industry, the NCAA has revoked the Air Operator Certificates of two operators:

“Eastwind Aviation Logistics Services Limited
Omni-Blu Aviation

“The Authority has determined that both Omni-Blu Aviation and Eastwind Aviation are in violation of Part 1.2.1.5 of Nig. CARs on Falsification, Reproduction, or Alteration of Applications, Licences, Certificates, Logbooks, Reports, or Records.

“Part 1.2.1.5(b) of Nig. CARs provide the sanction for such fraud as revocation of the certificate.

“Consequently, their respective Air Operator Certificates OBA/AOC/12-15/002 and EAL/AOC/03-24/001 are hereby revoked,”

The NCAA’s decision underscores the agency’s commitment to upholding strict safety and regulatory standards within the aviation industry. Given the high-risk nature of offshore helicopter services, the regulator emphasized the importance of compliance with safety measures and documentation integrity.

Recall that in October 2024 a Sikorsky SK76 helicopter operated by East Wind Aviation and contracted by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited plunged into the Atlantic Ocean near Bonny Finima, off the coast of Calabar.

The aircraft was carrying six passengers and two crew members.

The NCAA has reiterated that it will continue to monitor all licensed operators closely and take necessary actions against any entity found violating regulatory provisions.

Source: https://businessday.ng/aviation/article/ncaa-revokes-licenses-of-two-aviation-operators-over-regulatory-breaches/?utm_source=auto-read-also&utm_medium=web