Bandits reportedly abduct 100 residents in Zamfara

 

Rampaging bandits have struck again in Zamfara State, attacking communities in Wanke, near the capital Gusau, where they reportedly abducted over 100 people, including women, children, and the elderly.

Vanguard reports that among those abducted was the community’s Chief Imam, who was previously released from captivity and was receiving treatment for a leg injury.

This marks the second time the Chief Imam has been abducted, according to local reports.The state police command is yet to comment on the recent development.

A survivor who spoke to the BBC Hausa Service said

“Near Sabon Layi, over 50 people were taken, and near Dogon Hayi, about 50 more were abducted,” he said, adding that the exact number was still uncertain due to the chaos and panic that ensued as locals scrambled for safety.

He’s a genius. We must protect him ’ – Trump thanks Elon Musk for his support in US election

The Republican candidate for the 2024 United States presidential election, Donald Trump, has praised his loyal supporter and tech billionaire Elon Musk, saying the tech guru must be protected .

Trump, on Wednesday, November 6 informed his supporters that Musk’s Starlink satellite service played a crucial role in saving “a lot of lives” during Hurricane Helene, which struck the southeastern United States in October.

“I told Elon they need it badly in North Carolina. Can you get it? He had that there so fast, it was incredible. It saved a lot of lives. They saved a lot of lives,” Trump stated.

He added;  “He’s a character, he’s a special guy, he’s a super genius. We have to protect our geniuses; we don’t have that many of them.”

Musk has been a strong supporter of Trump’s campaign, randomly donating one million dollars to voters who register to vote for the Republican Party.

‘Your victory shows the confidence Americans have in you’ - President Tinubu congratulates President-elect, Trump

President Bola Tinubu has extended his heartfelt congratulations to President Donald Trump on his re-election as the 47th President of the United States of America.

In a statement released by his media aide, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu said Trump's victory shows the confidence Americans have in him. President Tinubu said he looks forward to strengthening the ties between Nigeria and the United States amid the complex challenges and opportunities of the contemporary world.

“Together, we can foster economic cooperation, promote peace, and address global challenges that affect our citizens.”

According to President Tinubu, Trump’s victory reflects the trust and confidence the American people have placed in his leadership. He congratulates them on their commitment to democracy.

President Tinubu believes that, given President Trump’s experience as the 45th president of the United States from 2017 to 2021, his return to the White House as the 47th president will usher in an era of earnest, beneficial, and reciprocal economic and development partnerships between Africa and the United States.

Acknowledging the United States’ influence, power, and position in determining the trend and course of global events, the Nigerian leader trusts that President Trump will bring the world closer to peace and prosperity.”

20 passengers d!e as tipper rams into 18-seater bus in Imo (photos)

 At least 20 people have reportedly d!ed in a road accident in Imo State. 

Witnesses said the accident occurred on Tuesday Nov. 5, when a tipper truck collided with an 18-seater commercial bus along Njaba Bridge, in the state. 

A source said that the tipper driver was attempting to avoid a pothole when he swerved off his lane and rammed into the bus, resulting in the deaths of 18 passengers on board, including two conductors and the driver. 

The tipper driver reportedly sustained severe injuries and was unconscious. 

A resident said that some bodies of the victims were trapped under the wrecked vehicles while others were recovered and taken to a morgue. 

“Many people were trapped under the wrecked vehicles, as passersby assisted removing the bodies from the vehicles while those recovered were taken to the mortuary,” he said.

 

S3x tape: Equatorial Guinea to install surveillance cameras in offices after 400 s3x tapes hit public spaces

Equatorial Guinea’s Vice President, Teddy Nguema, has ordered surveillance cameras in state offices following the disgraceful scandal involving 400 alleged sex tapes.

This comes after the country's ANIF Director Baltasar Ebang Engonga was arrested and suspended after sex tapes of his encounters with several women including wives of prominent officials' were found.

The tapes depict Ebang in encounters with different women, some of whom are reported to be married, including the wife of the Presidential security head and his own brother’s spouse.

The videos, reportedly recorded in various locations including his office, hotels, and public spaces were found during a corruption probe.

Ebang had initially been detained on allegations of corruption, but the investigation uncovered these recordings on his personal devices.

In response to the scandal, Equatorial Guinea's Vice President, Teddy Nguema, has announced a comprehensive plan to install surveillance cameras in state offices.

This initiative aims to enforce stricter adherence to public service ethics and enhance accountability among officials.

“We have taken this measure to ensure compliance with the law on public officials and to eradicate improper and illicit behaviour,” it read.

"We will not admit any fault that denigrates the integrity of our administration, and those who engage in these practices will face drastic measures," the VP’s statement read.

The VP noted that the installation of surveillance systems in state offices signals a resolute stand against corruption and misconduct.

“The government will soon implement the installation of surveillance cameras in all offices of state bodies. We have taken this measure to ensure compliance with the law on public officials and to eradicate improper and illicit behaviour. We will not admit any fault that denigrates the integrity of our administration and those who engage in these practices will face drastic measures,” the post read.

Tinubu is fully in charge - Presidential aide, Sunday Dare, dismisses rumors of cabal in Aso Rock

The Special Adviser to the President on Communication and Orientation, Sunday Dare, has dismissed claims of a “cabal” operating within the presidency, insisting that President Bola Tinubu remains fully in control of the nation’s governance.

While speaking on Channels TV, Dare said the term “cabal” has been misapplied to individuals who, due to their key roles, hold regular briefings with the president. According to him, these persons are simply essential advisors who provide critical information for decision-making.

“I think we’ve become so comfortable with the idea of the cabal, and you must understand how the idea of the Cabal, the people they call the Cabal, are the people that are holding the key sectors of the economy. These are people who are advisors, who must advise the President on trends, who must put critical data in front of him, and they have access to him.

The Minister of Finance, for instance, sees him (Tinubu) on a constant basis to show him all the indicators so that they can see it, they must have constant meetings.”he said

Dare emphasized that the president is fully in charge and has demonstrated this repeatedly, citing Tinubu’s decision to cancel the Central Bank’s cybersecurity tax as a clear example.

“The President is 100 per cent in charge and he has always been from day one, and he has shown it when the CBN cybersecurity tax came up, the president canceled it because he dealt with what the facts are.”

Female child trafficking suspect k!lled as gunmen attack Abia RRS facility in bid to free detainees

 

Gunmen attacked the Police Rapid Response Squad facility at Owerrinta, Isiala Ngwa South Local Government Area of Abia State, resulting in the d3ath of a female suspect.

It was gathered that the gunmen attacked the facility located along the Umuahia-Aba Federal Expressway on Monday in a bid to release some detainees.

The state Commissioner of Police, Danladi Isa, who confirmed the incident said one suspect was arrested.

“On that day, there was an attack on our facility at Owerrinta shortly after midnight. The assailants arrived in about three Hilux vehicles and opened fire on our facility,” Isa stated. 

“Our personnel repelled the attack. However, the assailants used dynamite to blow off our roof. 

"In their attempt to release detainees, they opened fire, resulting in the tragic d3ath of a female suspect.

“Following the incident, we pursued the suspects using technical methods and successfully arrested one individual. 

"The police are currently interrogating him to identify other accomplices. We are making progress.”

According to the punch, unconfirmed reports suggest the female detainee k!lled during the attack had been detained in connection with a child trafficking case. 

I need to attend to my sanity and my health - Bobrisky writes as he confirms his temporary exit from Nigeria

Bobrisky has taken to social media to confirm that he has jetted out of Nigeria. 

In a post shared on his Instagram this afternoon, Bobrisky said he needed to travel to attend to his sanity and health. According to him, he bought his first-class ticket twice but was unable to use it until today. 

He wrote;

‘’Yes I’m here to confirm I’m out of Nigeria temporarily… I need to attend to my sanity and my health. Few Nigeria security agencies try everything to frustrate me but naaa i gat God. Imagine !!! buying business class ticket 3 times. only 1 was successful. @klm I hope you guys refund me the two i didn’t use. I know is not ur fault but it’s fine. Each business class cost me 9.800,000. I only successfully flew yesterday 3/11/2024. Before you come to my page to type nonsense check ur account balance if you can afford 3 business sit not to talk of buying it 3times. Well I’m not in Nigeria so ur comment mean nothing. Cheers ‘’

Diddy celebrates his 55th birthday behind bars with low-key prison meal

Music mogul, Diddy will be celebrating his 55th birthday today at the Brooklyn Metropolitan Detention Center with a low-key meal. 

The rapper, who is awaiting trial on federal sex trafficking and racketeering charges, is also due in federal court later on Monday. 

The New York Post reports that Diddy will be given a choice of cheese pizza, salad or pasta today for lunch. 

 

That's what's on the menu at the prison, where feds seized drugs and phones last week as part of a 'multi-agency' operation that they insist is not tied to his high profile case. 

He will also have the option of a 'breakfast cake', and potatoes, but he won't be given coffee until the weekend, per the prison's menu rules.  

 

Diddy, whose real name is Sean Combs, insists he is wrongfully accused.  He maintains that the 'freak off' parties that prosecutors want to send him down for were all consensual. 

 

Dozens of women have come forward to insist that was not the case. 

He has also been accused by grand jury witnesses of abusing young stars, though no such claims have been substantiated. 

Last week, witness Courtney Burgess went public with his claims that he had seen tapes of Diddy 'victimizing' at least eight celebrities. 

 

He claims the videos came from a flash drive owned by Diddy's ex, the late Kim Porter, who'd obtained the footage from hidden cameras in the rapper's home. 

 

Burgess appeared on NewsNation's Banfield to testify about what he'd seen. 

 

It remains unclear if the grand jury has seen the footage, or just heard about it. 

 

The rapper's family, including his sons, are steadfast in their support of him. 

 

They insist he is being targeted by biased prosecutors. 

Fire guts Ajah market in Lagos

Goods worth millions of Naira have been destroyed after a fire broke out on Sunday evening, Nov. 3, at Ajah Market, near Alesh Bus Stop in the Lekki area of Lagos State.

The fire reportedly started around 9 pm and ravaged several shops and stores containing combustible materials.

According to Dr. Femi Oke-Osanyintolu, the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), the agency, in collaboration with the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Services, acted swiftly to contain the fire. 

However, the cause of the blaze remains unknown at this time. 

There were no casualties or injuries because traders were not present due to the market being closed on Sunday. 

“The LASEMA Response Team, along with the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, managed to prevent the fire from spreading to neighboring buildings,” Oke-Osanyintolu reported. “Efforts are ongoing to completely extinguish the fire and salvage remaining valuables.”