WHO IS OLUMIDE ONIWINDE?

Olumide Oniwinde is the owner and the founder of AbokiFx, a website that displays the parallel market exchange rate of Naira against other currencies.

Olumide rose to fame on September 17, 2021 after the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN declared to prosecute him for endangering the Nigerian economy.

EARLY LIFE

Olumide is said to base in England but he is a Nigerian. It is also said that he bears the name Adedotun.

AbokiFX

AbokiFx was founded in 2014 by Olumide Oniwinde. It is a website that published the exchange rates of Naira against other currencies on daily basis. Allegations were made against AbokiFX in September 2021 of manipulating parallel market rates.

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Pulse NG - Students have been asked to vacate hostels and the university premises not later then 12 noon on Wednesday, September 15, 2021.

On Tuesday, September 14, students of the university emptied into streets to protest the imposition of a N20,000 late registration fee by the institution.

The students also mounted road blocks at the entrance of the university's main campus in Ugbowo, a course of action that affected free flow of traffic in and around the Benin metropolis.

A terse statement from the university reads as follows:

"The Vice Chancellor has reviewed the agitation by a section of the students' body.

"After due consultation, and in the overall interest of the general students' body, the vice chancellor has, on behalf of the senate, approved the closure of the university with immediate effect.

"This is based on security reports to avoid the students' action being hijacked by hoodlums; and thereby prevent any form of breakdown of law and order within and outside the campuses of the university.

"Accordingly, all students are to vacate the hostels and the university premises not later than 12 noon on Wednesday 15th, September 2021."

Benjamin Egwu, President of the Student Union Government (SUG), had said that the decision to charge students N20,000 for late registration was in bad faith.

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One of the biggest musical artist in Nigeria, Adekunle Gold recently posted on his twitter account on Mon 30th, August, notifying us about his upcoming music.

Adekunle Gold whose real name is Adekunle Kosoko, is a husband to Simi, one of the biggest female singer in the Nigerian music industry.

Adekunle Gold hinted us on his Twitter handle and fans were already asking who would be featured in the coming music. Following the recent post on Twitter, Davido quoted and retweeted Adekunle Gold twitter post:

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Unknown gunmen have assassinated the head of a Bororo village, Alhaji Alhaji Sheidu Madawaki, at Obuh Ruga cattle settlement, Oro Ago kingdom in Kwara South Senatorial District.

Reports reaching DAILY POST via security agents, indicate that the Bororo leader was attacked in his residence at about 21.30hours on 29/08/2021 by unknown gunmen.

indings showed the deceased paid a courtesy visit to the office of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, on 23/08/2021 to establish a synergy with the agency on how to improve and sustain the existing peaceful coexistence in the kingdom.

During his visit to the agency, late Sheidu stressed the need for the protection of informants and was given an assurance by the civil defence corps.


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DAILY POST reports that residents of the kingdom are of the view that the assassination of the Bororo leader is likely due to his closeness with and his readiness to support security agencies to wipe out criminals in the area.

When contacted, the spokesman of the state police command, Mr Okasanmi Ajayi, in a text message confirmed the development.

He said the state Commissioner of Police, Tuesday Assayomo, has directed that discreet investigation into the incident be commenced immediately.

32 students of Bethel Baptist High School, Damishi, Kaduna State today regained their freedom from suspected bandits.


Recall that on Monday, 5th July, 2021, over 100 students were abducted from the Bethel Baptist High school, Damishi, Kaduna. Some of the students had earlier been released while others regained their freedom on health grounds.

Confirming the release of the students today, the state chairman, Christian Association of Nigeria, Rev. John Joseph Hayab told DAILY POST that 31 students are still in the hands of their abductors.

According to Rev. Hayab, “We should continue to pray for the remaining students, believing that one day, they too will be released to us. We are still begging the bandits to please see reasons with to us and release the children so that they will be reunited with their parents.”

Rev. Hayab enjoined Christians to continue to pray for peace in Kaduna State and the country as a whole, saying that the security challenges the country is going through need God’s intervention.

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Just few hours after the release of FORE BY FORE Album, Forelines presents the cinematic music video of one his track in the Fore By Fore debut album titled "Today".

Forelines whose full name is Olaboye Balofin (MCA) is a Nigerian-British musical artist, a comedian and an actor. Forelines has hosted shows for popular Nigerian comedians like Akpororo and he has also shared same stage with popular Nigerian comedians like Seyi Law, Gordon, Bovi and a lot more.

His vocals carry so much emotion. You can watch the cinematic music video of "Today" via YouTube. Few "Today" lyric:

"Love me today, don't love me tomorrow"

"I'm shining, I'm grinding"

"As I drop this gbedu, make u dance away your sorrow"

Forelines is one artist you should look out.

Watch out for this epic banger!!!

Vice President Kamala Harris called the 13 US service members killed in Afghanistan today "heroes" who have died saving countless lives, in a statement released Thursday evening.

Our country is grateful to our women and men in uniform, and in particular, those working today to get Americans and our Afghan partners out of harm’s way. We will complete that mission. Today, we honor those who gave their lives in service to their nation. We will never forget.

— Vice President Kamala Harris (@VP) August 27, 2021 (Twitter)

“Doug and I grieve for the Americans we lost, we pray for the Americans injured in the attack, and our hearts go out to their loved ones. We also grieve for the Afghan civilians killed and injured,” Harris wrote in the statement which was released shortly after she arrived in Hawaii for an event with US troops.

“Our country is grateful to all our women and men in uniform, and in particular, those working today to get Americans and our Afghan partners out of harm’s way. And we will complete that mission,” she continued.

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At last, the 136 pupils of the Salihu Yanko Islamiyya School in Tegina, Niger state have been released after spending almost three months in the hands of their abductees.

The pupils were said to be released in Brinin Gwari in Kaduna state around 8:pm today

The exact number of pupils that eventually survived out of the initial 136 kidnapped cannot however be ascertained for now.

A dependable Source from the Niger state government House stated that the State Governor, Alhaji Abubakar Sani Bello has directed that the pupils should be taken straight for a Medical checkup first to ascertain their health status before being officially received at the government House tomorrow.

Most of the children are between the ages of five and fifteen.

In the latest conversation with some of them by one of the parents a few days ago, the pupils were said to be crying and calling on all Nigerians to assist them to get out of the suffering.


Just last Wednesday, the new Commissioner of Police in Niger State, Monday Bala Kuryas gave a ray of hope that the pupils and others in captivity would be released “soon.”


Fifteen adults kidnapped along with them had miraculously escaped from the abductees a few weeks ago


Vanguard exclusively reported on Wednesday that six of the pupils have died while in captivity in the past three months while the health of several others is deteriorating fast.

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At this point, Apple will almost certainly launch the iPhone 13 next month, 17. But while we don't know when the phone will officially go on sale, a random eCommerce listing hints the the next-gen iPhone could be unveiled on September 17.

The listing comes from a screenshot of a Chinese e-commerce app, initially spotted by IT Home (via MacRumors.) The image suggests that all four iPhone 13 models will go on sale on Sept. 17, while the AirPods 3 will launch on Sept. 30. There’s not much else to back up that claim, but it does dovetail with other recent rumors that claim Apple’s annual iPhone launch event will be held the third week of September.

Apple is (in)famous for having gadget launches down to a science, but the pandemic and global chip shortage have thrown a wrench into the usual routine. While the company generally hosts its annual iPhone event in September, last year it pushed the launch to October. Apple also held two other events, announcing the Apple Watch Series 6 in September and M1 MacBooks in November. All the signs this year point to the iPhone once again arriving in September, but it does seem like we’re due for multiple events this fall as well. In particular, we might see the new M1X 14-inch and 16-inch MacBooks, along with a high-end Mac Mini, in November.


If we go by previous years, it seems likely that Apple could hold its iPhone event on Sept. 7, Sept. 14, or Sept. 21. If Sept. 17 is, in fact, the sale date, Sept. 7 may be a contender for the launch event itself. It falls in line with CNET’s “Labor Day Theory.” While it’s somewhat convoluted, the theory goes that if Labor Day falls on Sept. 1-3, the iPhone event occurs the following week and if it falls on Sept. 5 or later, Apple announces the iPhone the following Wednesday. And while it’s possible Sept. 21 is in the cards, Apple has yet to hold an iPhone event after Sept. 15 (not including last year’s October surprise).

READ ALSO: Report: iPhone 13 to Launch Third Week of September, Pro Models to Feature 1TB Storage Option-Macrumors

Is this Apple Nostradamus-ing ridiculous?
Yes. We all know the iPhone 13 lineup will get here when it gets here. But at this point, predicting iPhone launches is a time-honored tradition and we’ll be taking your bets in the comments below.

At this point, Apple will almost certainly launch the iPhone 13 next month, 17. But while we don't know when the phone will officially go on sale, a random eCommerce listing hints the the next-gen iPhone could be unveiled on September 17.

The listing comes from a screenshot of a Chinese e-commerce app, initially spotted by IT Home (via MacRumors.) The image suggests that all four iPhone 13 models will go on sale on Sept. 17, while the AirPods 3 will launch on Sept. 30. There’s not much else to back up that claim, but it does dovetail with other recent rumors that claim Apple’s annual iPhone launch event will be held the third week of September.

Apple is (in)famous for having gadget launches down to a science, but the pandemic and global chip shortage have thrown a wrench into the usual routine. While the company generally hosts its annual iPhone event in September, last year it pushed the launch to October. Apple also held two other events, announcing the Apple Watch Series 6 in September and M1 MacBooks in November. All the signs this year point to the iPhone once again arriving in September, but it does seem like we’re due for multiple events this fall as well. In particular, we might see the new M1X 14-inch and 16-inch MacBooks, along with a high-end Mac Mini, in November.


If we go by previous years, it seems likely that Apple could hold its iPhone event on Sept. 7, Sept. 14, or Sept. 21. If Sept. 17 is, in fact, the sale date, Sept. 7 may be a contender for the launch event itself. It falls in line with CNET’s “Labor Day Theory.” While it’s somewhat convoluted, the theory goes that if Labor Day falls on Sept. 1-3, the iPhone event occurs the following week and if it falls on Sept. 5 or later, Apple announces the iPhone the following Wednesday. And while it’s possible Sept. 21 is in the cards, Apple has yet to hold an iPhone event after Sept. 15 (not including last year’s October surprise).

READ ALSO: Report: iPhone 13 to Launch Third Week of September, Pro Models to Feature 1TB Storage Option-Macrumors

Is this Apple Nostradamus-ing ridiculous?
Yes. We all know the iPhone 13 lineup will get here when it gets here. But at this point, predicting iPhone launches is a time-honored tradition and we’ll be taking your bets in the comments below.

Suspected kidnappers have abducted a 300-level Mass Communication student of the Kwara State University, Malete.

PUNCH Metro learnt that the incident happened around 9pm on Sunday when the victim was whisked away by some persons who were in a vehicle.

The victim, identified as Khadijat Isaiq, was said to be walking with a friend to her off-campus hostel in the town when she was attacked and abducted.

A source told our correspondent that the kidnappers had contacted the university and demanded a ransom of N50m.

The varsity, in a statement signed by the Director, University Relations, Abdulrazaq Sanni, said the student was abducted on Okoru Road in Malete town.

According to Sani, the school management is working with relevant security agencies to secure her release and ensure the culprits are brought to book.

He said, “The Commissioner of Police, Kwara State, has deployed the anti-kidnapping squad, as well as the IGP Response Team to Malete to work in collaboration with local vigilantes and other relevant agencies, to rescue the victim.

“In view of the above, the Vice Chancellor, Professor Mohammed Akanbi (SAN), wishes to advise the university community to be more security conscious and report any strange or suspicious activities to the appropriate authorities.

READ ALSO: It's a big insult and slap on the face of the Nigerian Armed Forces - Femi Fani-Kayode Reacts To The Attack On NDA


“Students are also advised to desist from keeping late nights and if they must move around, they should walk in groups and also have means of identification at all times."

“Similarly, students are enjoined to be mindful of their environment and be conscious of the company they keep.”

The state Police Public Relations Officer, Ajayi Okasanmi, said effort would be intensified to rescue the student.

Suspected kidnappers have abducted a 300-level Mass Communication student of the Kwara State University, Malete.

PUNCH Metro learnt that the incident happened around 9pm on Sunday when the victim was whisked away by some persons who were in a vehicle.

The victim, identified as Khadijat Isaiq, was said to be walking with a friend to her off-campus hostel in the town when she was attacked and abducted.

A source told our correspondent that the kidnappers had contacted the university and demanded a ransom of N50m.

The varsity, in a statement signed by the Director, University Relations, Abdulrazaq Sanni, said the student was abducted on Okoru Road in Malete town.

According to Sani, the school management is working with relevant security agencies to secure her release and ensure the culprits are brought to book.

He said, “The Commissioner of Police, Kwara State, has deployed the anti-kidnapping squad, as well as the IGP Response Team to Malete to work in collaboration with local vigilantes and other relevant agencies, to rescue the victim.

“In view of the above, the Vice Chancellor, Professor Mohammed Akanbi (SAN), wishes to advise the university community to be more security conscious and report any strange or suspicious activities to the appropriate authorities.

READ ALSO: It's a big insult and slap on the face of the Nigerian Armed Forces - Femi Fani-Kayode Reacts To The Attack On NDA


“Students are also advised to desist from keeping late nights and if they must move around, they should walk in groups and also have means of identification at all times."

“Similarly, students are enjoined to be mindful of their environment and be conscious of the company they keep.”

The state Police Public Relations Officer, Ajayi Okasanmi, said effort would be intensified to rescue the student.

Former aviation minister Femi Fani-Kayode reacted to a bandit attack on the Nigerian Defense Academy.

Fani-Kayode said the attack was an insult and a slap on the face of the Nigerian armed forces.

In a tweet few hours after the attack, Femi Fani-Kayode tweeted:

"The attack on the Nigerian Defence Academy by terrorists in which an Army officer was killed & 2 Majors were kidnapped is a big insult & slap on the face of the Nigerian Armed Forces. The terrorists must be hunted & killed & the 2 Majors must be rescued quickly & expeditiously."

Two officers were killed and four others kidnapped during the attack.

READ ALSO: Terrorists attack Nigerian Defense Academy, killing two officers

The gunmen shot sporadically during the incident.

Former aviation minister Femi Fani-Kayode reacted to a bandit attack on the Nigerian Defense Academy.

Fani-Kayode said the attack was an insult and a slap on the face of the Nigerian armed forces.

In a tweet few hours after the attack, Femi Fani-Kayode tweeted:

"The attack on the Nigerian Defence Academy by terrorists in which an Army officer was killed & 2 Majors were kidnapped is a big insult & slap on the face of the Nigerian Armed Forces. The terrorists must be hunted & killed & the 2 Majors must be rescued quickly & expeditiously."

Two officers were killed and four others kidnapped during the attack.

READ ALSO: Terrorists attack Nigerian Defense Academy, killing two officers

The gunmen shot sporadically during the incident.

Armed assailants have just attacked a permanent site of the Nigerian Defense Academy (NDA) in Kaduna state, killing two policemen and kidnapping one.


A security source tells Pulse that the incident occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, August 24, 2021.

ChannelsTV reports that the gunmen tore through the facility in a car, disguised in military fatigues, before proceeding to the officers’ quarters.

On arrival, they began shooting sporadically and in the process, killed two officers (a Major and a Squadron Leader).

They then took another Major away through the nearby bush.

The sound of the gunfire alerted troops of the NDA Quick Response Team, who stormed the scene.

However, this team was unable to rescue the kidnapped officer as the bandits were far gone with the victim, ChannelsTV reports.


The Nigerian Defence Academy sits just metres away from the Federal College of Forestry Mechanization Afaka, in Igabi local government area of Kaduna State, where 39 students were abducted by bandits in March.

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On Sunday, September 6, Lucy became the tenth housemate to be evicted from the Big Brother Naija Lockdown house.

Following her exit from the house, Lucy was welcomed by members of the media, to spill the tea, describe her experience in the house, and share her next move with her fans, courtesy Betway, headline sponsor of BBNaija Lockdown.

When asked about relationships in the house, she was hesitant to share her opinions, because according to her, she doesn’t “know what is on people’s mind”, and can only speak to what she sees. Halfway into the competition, Lucy and Praise became close. However, their relationship could not blossom, as Praise was evicted from the house, just a week into their deepened friendship. She however admits that she wasn’t keen on a relationship in the house, because she wouldn’t know “what is real, until we get out of the house, so as not to be used as a part of someone’s strategy.”

Lucy was asked about her many claims while in the house of not wanting to be in contact with any of the housemates once the competition is over. She confessed that those things were said, “in the heat of the moment”. She admitted to being hot tempered and saying things she didn’t mean a lot of times, but that she definitely looks forward to seeing her fellow housemates again.

She admits to the house being tough, because, “you don’t know what you’re doing, that’s right or wrong, and there’s no one to correct you”. Also living in a place that had so many rules took its toll on everyone. She says, “I need a holiday,” when asked about how she feels about leaving the house.

She also confessed to not being surprised by her eviction, saying “ “I was not surprised about my eviction. Some people saw me as a threat.” She’s however, rooting for Tricky Tee, who she describes as a “lucky guy”.


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