Mary Akanbi

Cable Thief Electrocuted In Lagos Mary Akanbi 30th July, 2022 An unidentified man has lost his life after being electrocuted at Isale-Agbede in the Lagos Island area. T he man died while stealing a cable from a transformer in the area. Though details of the incident remained sketchy as of the time this report was filed, a video showed the body of the man trapped between two transformers while about three long cables were also seen at the incident scene. It was further learnt that the incident happened a few days after the cables were replaced after the former ones were stolen by suspected louts in the area. A tweep identified only as Teewhy, who posted the video, noted that residents of the area often thought the victim was an official of the Eko Electricity Distribution Company. He said, “The guy here tried to steal a cable from a transformer panel but unfortunately ‘NEPA’ restored light and he was electrocuted. It happened somewhere around Lagos Island. Most people though...

Ex-DSS DG Reveals Two Main Objectives Of The Bandits Who Are Operating In Nigeria Mary Akanbi 30th July, 2022 According to a news that was published by the Punch Newspaper Online this morning, it was reported that the former Director of the Department of State Service, Mike Ejiofor, has reacted to the issue of insecurity in the country, as he reveals the two main objectives of the bandits who have been operating in the country. While Mike Ejiofor was talking in an interview with a Punch correspondent, he said that, the two main objectives of the bandits in the country was to make the government unpopular and to also raise Money to purchase more weapons for their operations. He said the terrorists want Nigerians to dislike the government and also, whenever they kidnap and they collect ransom, they will use the money to purchase more weapons. He said the government needs to act fast so that, terrorists won't overrun the country. While he was speaking on Kuje P...

Hanifa’s Father Excited Over Kano Court Judgement Mary Akanbi 29th July, 2022 Abubakar Abdulsalam, father of the five-year-old pupil murdered by her teacher, Hanifa Abubakar, has expressed happiness that the little Hanifa got justice from the court. Abdulsalam, who made the remark while speaking with  The PUNCH  in reaction to the court judgement that sentenced the killer, Tanko Abdulmalik, and his accomplice, Hashimu Ishyaku, to death by hanging. He also commended the court for the judgment. “I’m happy that Hanifa, my daughter, has gotten justice. “We appreciate everyone’s effort in this case, justice has been well served,” Abdulsalami stated. Hanifa was kidnapped some time in December, 2021, by her proprietor, Tanko. He said since the beginning of the case, he never thought of not getting justice, and thanked the people of the state for the support and encouragement they had given them throughout the trial period. “I am really short of words to express my gratitu...

5 Reasons You Should Stop Eating Late At Night Mary Akanbi 28th July, 2022 We often feel hunger pangs while watching our favourite TV shows or working late at night which leads us to consume junk or heavy food.  You are eating late usually when you eat within three hours of going to sleep. For instance, if your sleep time is from 11 am – 7 am, eating late will be between 8 pm and 12 am.  Eating right with a balanced diet and at the right time will improve the body’s metabolism. Your body is going to metabolise whatever you put into it, and if you are not active to use up the energy you absorb from it, it will be stored as fat, which would eventually result in bad health.  In this article, we will discuss some reasons why you should stop eating late at night. 1. Weight gain Eating late at night increases the possibility of weight gain. When you pay less attention to weight gain, it gets chronic and leads to obesity. Taking midnight snacks can lead to weight gai...

BREAKING: Terrorists Currently Engaging Military In Shoot-out At Zuma Rock, Abuja Mary Akanbi 28th July, 2022 Reports reaching us has it that armed terrorists are currently attacking an army checkpoint stationed at Dakwa close Zuma Rock area of Abuja. A resident informed us that the bandits are currently engaging the army in a shoot out and some persons are feared kidnapped.

Buhari Must Go - Senators Chant As They Stage Walkout From The Senate During Plenary Today  Mary Akanbi  27th July, 2022  The Senators expressed worry about the rising case of insecurity in the country. Nigerian senators have chanted 'Buhari must go' after staging a walkout during plenary today. The senators from opposition Peoples Democratic Party staged the walkout from the Senate during plenary today July 27 after calling for President Muhammadu Buhari's impeachment. The Senators who are worried about the rising case of insecurity in the country, have given the President a six-weeks ultimatum to end insecurity or face impeachment. Watch the Senators walking out to address press men below.

Newly Elected NBA 2nd Vice President Celebrates Birthday Today    Mary Akanbi 27th July, 2022    Clement Ugo Chukwuemeka(Democrat) Today we celebrate an icon, a Legal Luminary, a core man to the Bar, our very own Democrat of Bwari Branch. A unique Birthday deserves a unique celebration. We celebrate you Sir on this uniquely special occasion of your Birthday. Just few days ago, you were elected NBA 2nd Vice President after a keenly contested election. You deserve to be celebrated. You have proven yourself to be a great leader, a leader of high ethics and morality. You have always exhibited an uncommon wisdom,remarkable vision and exemplary leadership to the admiration of your followers. Bwari Branch is proud of you and your achievement, this fete you have achieved is just a stepping stone to a greater height. We are thankful for you and pray that as you celebrate your birthday today, you will be graced with many more years filled wi...

Michael Johnson Accused Of 'Black Racism' After He Questioned The Validity Of Tobi Amusan World Record  Mary Akanbi 26th July, 2022   Michael Johnson has been accused of racism after questioning a world record He thinks too many records were broken, suggesting problems with the clock Nigeria's Tobi Amusan smashed Kendra Harrison's 2016 100m hurdle time Amusan beat previous record by 0.08 secs at World Athletics Championships Johnson pointed out that he questioned other runners' times besides Amusan's Track legend Michael Johnson has slammed 'dumbassery' accusations of 'black racism' directed at him after he raised questions about the legitimacy of Nigerian sprinter Tobi Amusan's world record.  The 100-meter hurdler romped to victory in 12.12 seconds to beat Kendra Harrison's 2016 world record by 0.08 seconds at the World Athletics Championships in  Oregon  Sunday.  Johnson took exception to the times recorded in the stadium, in which 12 a...

Tobi Amusan: From Ijebu Ode To World Champion Mary Akanbi 26th July, 2022 .                     Tobi Amusan Tobi Amusan broke down in tears as the Nigerian national anthem was played in Oregon, USA Monday morning (Nigerian time). She was on the podium, not as number three or number two. She was number one. She had just emerged winner in the 100m hurdles, winning in 12.06secs to become the first Nigerian world champion ever. She beat favourite Jamaica’s Britany Anderson (12.23secs) to silver, while Olympic champion Jasmine Camacho-Quinn (Puerto Rico), who also finished in 12.23secs claimed bronze, after a photo-finish separated she and Anderson. But the 25-year-old had already shown the world signs of what to come in the semi-finals when she clocked an extraordinary 12.12secs to smash the former world record of 12.20secs held by Keni Harrison of the United States since 2016. Amusan became world champion in an even faster time ...

Courtesy Visit By The Cradle Bar Women Forum To Its P.R.O Home Mary Akanbi 26th July, 2022 There was a courtesy visit by the Cradle Bar Women Forum, Bwari Branch to the home of its P.R.O, Mrs Oluwo Maryann to commensurate with her in respect of her father's death. The Chairlady of the forum, Mrs. Agnes Omuya spoke on behalf of the members in attendance, she prayed that the Lord will give her the fortitude to bear the loss. Amen...

President Buhari Reacts As Terrorists Vow To Kidnap Him Mary Akanbi 26th July, 2022 .         President Muhammadu Buhari President Muhammadu Buhari has reacted to a recent video by terrorists threatening to kidnap him, Kaduna state governor Nasir El-Rufai and even flogging the abducted train passengers. Reacting to the development via a statement on Sunday evening, signed by Presidential Media aide, Garba Shehu, the Presidency described the video as ‘Propaganda’ adding security agencies were on top of the matter. “Terrorist activity using propaganda and the use of violence to force governments to accept or submit to political demands is not new all over world. The country’s security and defense forces are not clueless or helpless. They have their plans and ways of doing things which they will not display in the media.” “The dilemmas in dealing with the specific case of train terrorists are manifold: punitive action like the popular call for carpet bombing...

National Overseer Of Deeper Life Church Dies While Preaching Mary Akanbi 26th July, 2022 The National Overseer, Deeper Life Bible Church, Swaziland, Samuel Udo-Mbang, is dead. .        Samuel Udo Mbang It was reported that he died while preaching on the pulpit on Sunday, July 24, 2022, in Swaziland. Confirming his demise in a statement, the Deeper Life Global Crusade Nationwide said, “He slumped on Sunday while preaching. God can take his servants or any believer any time, and anywhere he chooses. It is a case of earth’s loss and heaven’s gain. “May the good Lord comfort the family and the church in Swaziland. Brethren, we need to take good note and prepare, God’s Generals are trooping home. We don’t know who is next.”

Terrorists Ambush Guards Brigade In Abuja, Forces Closure Of Schools Mary Akanbi 26th July, 2022 • After 120 days in captivity, four train victims regain freedom • Lead speaker in viral video paid N100m ransom for release, brother claims • Families of train victims block Transportation ministry, condemn Aisha Buhari’s silence, demand release of loved ones • Give me time to get briefings, Minister pleads • Government, others benefiting from insecurity, bandit kingpin tells BBC • Ortom: There’s no government in Nigeria • 18,000 killed by terrorists between 2020 and 2022, PDP laments • NNPP calls for state of emergency in five states • Northern youths threaten to disrupt 2023 general elections if insecurity persists Barely 24 hours after terrorists, who hijacked the Kaduna-bound train released a video, where they threatened to kidnap President Muhammadu Buhari and Kaduna State governor, Nasir el-Rufai, insecurity fears heightened at the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), leading...

Peter Obi Can’t Win Without Structure - Atiku Group Mary Akanbi 25th July, 2022 News Source: Daily Post Nigeria The Deputy National Director, Print Media of the Atiku Support Organization, Eric Ekwere has claimed that the Labour Party Presidential Candidate, Mr Peter Obi cannot win the 2023 presidential election without party structure. DAILY POST reports that some Nigerians had pointed out the lack of structure in the Labour Party as a major obstacle for the former Anambra State Governor. But the LP candidate had severally stated that the millions of poor Nigerians made up his party structure. However, speaking with DAILY POST, Ekwere said there is nothing like human structure, stressing that even churches have committees. Photo Source: Google

Islamic Group Protest In Abuja Over El-Zakzaky  Mary Akanbi 25th July, 2022 News Source: Sahara Reporters Members of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria, popularly known as "Shi'ites" on Monday in Abuja staged a peaceful protest to demand for the release of the international passports of their leader, Ibraheem El-Zakzaky and his wife, Zeenat. The group, which gathered along the Aguyi Ironsi Way in Maitama, accused the President Muhammadu Buhari-led government of gross violation of the fundamental human rights of the couple. IMN said one year after a Kaduna High Court discharged and acquitted the El-Zakzakys of terrorism charges, the authorities had refused to release the travel documents to them to enable them have access to medical attention overseas. The protesters vowed to sustain the protest and hold those in positions of power responsible, if anything untoward should happen to them. There was no record of any attack from the security agents as the protest w...

Invasion: DSS, Others To Pay Kanu’s Lawyer N107Million Mary Akanbi 25th July, 2022                         File image Justice Hyeladzira Nganjiwa of a Federal High Court in Anambra on Friday awarded N102 million compensatory damages in favour of Ifeanyi Ejiofor the lawyer to the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu, for gross violation of his fundamental rights and cost of litigation. The court also awarded him N5 million being the cost of his Toyota Camry car which was burnt by security agencies. The IPOB lawyer had in a Fundamental Rights Enforcement Suit with No: FHC/AWK/CS/56/2021, dragged the government to court to challenge the invasion of his ancestral home in Oraifite, in the state on June 6, 2021, by security personnel during which his aide was killed. The Nigeria Police Force; the Inspector General of Police; the State Security Service; the Director-General, State Security Servic...