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SPORTS : Tokyo Olympics. Banned Nigerian athletes protest in Japan

  Nigerian athletes staged a protest in Tokyo, Japan, after ten of them were banned from taking part in the track and field competition at the ongoing Olympic Games, which begins on Friday. The protesting athletes carried placards with inscriptions such as “Why should we suffer for someone else’s negligence”, “We are not just alternates but potential medalists,” and “All we wanted to do was compete.” They expressed frustration at seeing their dreams of competing at the ongoing Olympics dashed by negligence from the Ministry of Sports and the Athletics Federation of Nigeria, AFN.  had reported on Wednesday that Nigeria had 10 of its representatives disqualified. The Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU), which runs the anti-doping program for the sport, disclosed that the athletes failed to meet the minimum testing requirements under Rule 15 of the Anti-Doping Rules for ‘Category A’ federations. Meanwhile, two Nigerian athletes, Blessing Okagbare and Nzubechi Grace Nwokocha, have...

BBNaija : Biggie gives Head of House clue on wild cards

  Biggie has given the Head of House, Peace, a clue on who the wild cards are. Biggie told Peace during her diary session that the duo were invited one after the other. He said, “During the course of the diary session, the wild cards were invited one after the other “If your suspect were not invited one after the other, then you are on the wrong path.” Meanwhile, Biggie announced that Pere and Maria are the wild cards. However, the housemate are not aware and have been instructed to find out who they are before Sunday.

Ohanaeze youths berate FG over alleged human right violations

  The Ohanaeze Youth Council (OYC), youth wing of the apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has stated that the democratic and human rights of freedom of association and speech enjoyed in democracy has been murdered by President Muhammadu Buhari-led administration. OYC said such unlawful action was evidenced in the blatant use of force against any form of opposition since Buhari came into power. The group likened the Buhari administration to a military government that goes about its whims and caprices mindless of whose ox is gored. The OYC, in a release signed by its National President, Igboayaka O. Igboayaka, and sent to DAILY POST on Wednesday, urged the Nigerian government to shun judicial impunity and unwarranted measures over its case. Ohanaeze youths back Southern Govs on 2023 presidency, open grazing ban It also demanded that the Federal Government embraces unconventional means to arrest the political instability in the country. It condemned in strong terms...

FG’s attitude towards court case dangerous – Ohanaeze youths

  The youth wing of the apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo has rued what it called the poor handling of the case involving the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. The secessionist was billed to stand for his trial on Monday but the Federal Government was unable to produce him in court prompting the Judge to adjourn the matter till October 21, 2021. However, Ohanaeze is not comfortable with the Federal Government’s reason, and warns such could worsen the already tensed-situation. It made its stand known in a statement signed by Mazi Okwu Nnabuuke, the President-General. OYC noted that, “we find it hard to understand how the same Government that had all the logistics to repatriate Nnamdi Kanu from Kenya back to Nigeria in a commando-like fashion should say they were unable to bring him to court owing to logistics reasons. “What logistics are they talking about? They own all the security apparatus; they own all manner of vehicles; the...

Buhari govt kidnapped my son from Kenya, I’m disappointed – Ezeife

  Dr. Chukwuemeka Ezeife, a former Governor of Old Anambra State, has described Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, as his son. Addressing journalists at the Federal High Court, Abuja on Monday where Nnamdi Kanu was expected to appear for the continuation of his trial, the former Governor said, “He is my son, and whatever is the situation, he is my son. They did not bring him to court.” Ezeife was one of the high-profile political figures from the South East appointed by Ohanaeze Ndigbo leadership to represent the organisation at the court on Monday to witness Kanu’s trial. Ezeife said he was at the court to represent Ndigbo, accusing President Muhammadu Buhari government of kidnapping the IPOB leader. “He is my son whatever is the situation. They kidnapped him from Kenya. I am disappointed.” Nnamdi Kanu was rearrested, detained by the Kenyan authorities and was later handed over to the Nigerian government. He was arraigned before Justice Binta Nyako on Ju...

BIAFRA NEWS : Release Nnamdi Kanu, we need Biafra – Edochie

  Veteran Nollywood actress, Rita Edochie has demanded the release of the leader of Indigenous People, Nnamdi Kanu. Nnamdi Kanu was re-arrested in Kenya and repatriated to Nigeria. The IPOB leader who is facing trial for treasonable felony was scheduled to appear before the Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday but could not be produced by the Federal Government. Edochie speaking on her Instagram page urged the federal government to release Kanu, adding that ‘they need Biafra’ According to her, Igbos need Biafra as they can no longer be third class citizens in Nigeria. Her post reads: “Free Mazi NNamdi Kanu now to avoid ‘had I know.’ “Allow us to go. We need Biafra. We can’t keep being third class citizens in our own land.”

BBNaija season 6: Maria caught kissing Boma [VIDEO]

  Big Brother Naija, BBNaija, housemate, Maria, on Wednesday kissed fellow housemate, Boma. Maria kissed Boma in the presence of all other housemates, who were preparing for a task. Boma was sitting on a chair with a staff in his hand, while other housemates were busy chatting. While Boma was seated, Maria walked up to him and kissed him. She was, however, dragged off by two other housemates, while the others screamed and laughed aloud. Meanwhile, Maria had a few days ago, vowed not to have sex on the reality television show. The Dubai-based former air hostess had stated this during a conversation with other housemates, White money and Niyi. Watch video… Maria kissed Boma  #BBNaija   pic.twitter.com/tfU4MwGPjd — GistReel.Com (@GistReel)  July 28, 2021

BBNaija season 6: I can use any guy – Nini boasts to Saga, others

  Big Brother Naija, BBNaija, housemate, Nini, has disclosed that she could use any guy she wants to use. Nina stated this on Wednesday while discussing her past relationship with some of the housemates. The Shine Ya Eye housemate also narrated how she ended her last relationship. She insisted that her former boyfriend misbehaved, adding that no guy can use her. Nina said, “I can use any guy I want to use. They can’t use me.” She added, “When he [my ex-boyfriend] came begging, I was like, ‘stop wasting your time, I am done, I am done.'” Contributing to Nina’s comment, Saga said it was okay for people to misbehave because nobody is perfect. Meanwhile, Organisers of the show had announced a grand prize of N90 million for the winner of season six. The winner of this year’s BBNaija edition titled ‘Shine ya Eye’ will walk away with N90m worth of prizes. Also, viewers in the United Kingdom, for the first time, can now watch BBNaija live on Showmax rather than youtube while there would be...

BBNaija : I want all the boys to fall in love with me – Maria

  Big Brother Naija, BBNaija housemate, Maria has revealed how she will spice up the house. FREE FOUK  Sunday Igboho finally gets access to doctors Maria in a video released by the organizers of the show said she will spice up the house by making all the boys fall in love with her. Uncertainty as Beninese court sends Sunday Igboho back to detention The 29-year-old promised to form cliques and stay away from fights in the house. Why security agencies prefer DSS facility to Kuje Prison ' Nnamdi Kanu ”I plan to spice the house by making all the boys fall in love with me. You will never catch me fighting about man Nigerian law rubbished case against Nnamdi Kanu – Lawyer ”I am looking forward to forming a lot of cliques in the house because I am a very bubbly, friendly  person,” she said. Benin Republic files fresh charges against Sunday Igboho Meanwhile, some Nigeria have predicted that Maria maybe one of two wild cards to watch out for.

Sunday Igboho finally gets access to doctors

  Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho has been granted access to his doctors. Maxwell Adeleye, Communications Manager, Ilana Omo Oodua, announced the development in a statement on Monday. He also confirmed that Beninise security operatives unchained the agitator at the weekend. The spokesman said they removed leg chains and handcuffs from Ighoho since Saturday evening. “Chief Ighoho’s wife has now been granted access to meet her husband three times daily. “Medical personnel provided by our legal team have examined Chief Sunday Adeyemo.” Ilana Omo Oodua, a body of self-determination Yoruba groups, insisted that the secessionist is not under immigration-related probe in Benin. The organization appealed to supporters to remain calm and act within the ambit of the law. “We are confident that Chief Igboho shall be set free”, the statement added. Igboho faces extradition charges to be brought against him by the Nigerian government.

Uncertainty as Beninese court sends Sunday Igboho back to detention

  The Cour De’appal De Cotonou in Benin Republic late Monday ordered the continued detention of Sunday Adeyemo a.k.a. Sunday Igboho. The Yoruba agitator will remain in government custody pending investigations. The details of Igboho’s trial have not been made public but it might be Immigration-related despite denials by his lawyers and associates. It is unclear if the Nigerian government filed formal charges yet. If this has not be done, the court ruling which approved further grilling of Igboho could mean he might have run foul of Beninise laws. At the resumed hearing, scores of secessionist’s admirers and traditional rulers thronged the court premises. He was driven in at about 7 a.m. Igboho remained there for 15 hours as the prosecution and his lawyers argued over his trial. The wife, Ropo, was with him. The Court President, as proceedings continued, called the Police in to control journalists and supporters for decorum. Nigerian authorities want Igboho repatriate...

Nigerian law rubbished case against Nnamdi Kanu – Lawyer

  Aloy Ejimakor, a counsel to the embattled leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu has revealed how the Nigerian law backed the secessionist in the treason felony case filed against him by the Federal Government. Ejimakor, who addressed reporters on Monday at Federal High Court Maitama Abuja where Kanu was expected to resume his trial, said “no Nigerian can be tried for any offence that is not supported by written law in the country”. According to him, a section of the Nigerian constitution, ‘African Chattered of Human and People’s Right, Ratification and Enforcement Act’, chapter A-9 laws of Federation of Nigeria”, permits self determination. He noted that the Article 1 of same chapter mandated the government to support its citizens exercising the right. Nnamdi Kanu: There will be no trial of IPOB leader – Lawyer, Ejimakor “Let’s get this clear, trial of what? Nothing can be built on nothing, we have made it clear. The counsel repre...

Benin Republic files fresh charges against Sunday Igboho

  Benin Republic has filed fresh charges against Yoruba Nation agitator, Sunday Adeyemo aka Sunday Igboho. Igboho was arrested at the Cotonou Airport in the country last Monday. Ibrahim Salami, one of the lawyers representing Igboho, confirmed the new charges after Monday’s hearing, after which Igboho was ordered to remain in custody. Before the hearing, Salami had said they were expecting extradition charges from the Nigerian government against the activist. However, he has now disclosed Igboho is facing fresh charges. These charges include illegal migration, dubious connivance with immigration officers and an attempt to cause civil unrest. Salami had expected that Igboho would be freed on Monday, as the Federal Government of Nigeria had yet to file formal extradition charges against Igboho. He explained that the previous allegations that warranted placing Igboho on a watchlist had successfully been tackled during the hearing.

Why security agencies prefer DSS facility to Kuje Prison ' Nnamdi Kanu

  Nigeria’s intelligence community are against the demand by Nnamdi Kanu and his legal team to have him moved to the Kuje Prison from the Department of State Services (DSS) custody. In court on Monday, his counsel Ifeanyi Ejiofor informed the media of three applications, including Kanu’s transfer to the correctional centre. First: An expedited hearing in the case of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader. The lawyer said Justice Binta Nyako explained that an approval is required from the Chief Justice of the Federal High Court to prosecute the trial due to the current vacation of judges. Second: Ejiofor disclosed that he complained about DSS’s refusal to allow lawyers to regularly meet Kanu. “We told the court that the detention authority, in this case, the DSS, should give us access to our client. We’ve not seen him. That has been agreed and we are going to see him soon“, he said. The third: An application to get Kanu transferred to the Kuje Correctional Ce...

Nnamdi Kanu drags Buhari govt, Kenya to international tribunal, demands freedom

  Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, has dragged Nigeria and Kenya before an international tribunal over his rearrest and rendition. Kanu is demanding to be restored to his initial state before rearrest. The IPOB leader, through his counsel, Aloy Ejimakor, petitioned the African Commission on Human and Peoples Rights over his rearrest. Kanu said he was a free man before his rearrest, hence the tribunal should restore that status. A statement by Ejimakor said the Nigerian and Kenyan governments must give an account of the extraordinary rendition of the IPOB leader. ‘Nnamdi Kanu didn’t jump bail, will prove how FG made him flee Nigeria’ – Lawyer, Ejimakor According to Ejimakor: “A few days ago, I commenced a continental legal action against Nigeria and Kenya before the African Commission on Human and Peoples Rights, demanding accountability for the extraordinary rendition of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. “Both countries also have extradition laws that prohibit this sor...

Bobrisky biography : real face and name, wedding, surgery,

  Nigeria boasts of several celebrities, but among them, Bobrisky has proven to be quite exceptional. She is popularly known as an internet personality and entrepreneur but what seems to get many people’s attention is that she has gone public as a transgender person in a country with no such rights. If you think her current life is interesting, then Bobrisky biography will amaze you.  Bobrisky’s “Real Face” Exposed In Unedited Photos As He Steps Out For An Event On seeing her photos, one would easily admit that Bobrisky to be a gorgeous woman. The Nigerian celebrity has gradually undergone gender transformation, and now, she is proud of her current appearance.  Bobrisky biography : real face and name, wedding, surgery, Bobrisky profile summary  Birth name: Okuneye Idris Olanrewaju Date of birth: 31st of August, 1992 Place of birth: Ebute Matta, Lagos Age: 28 years old (as of 2020) Nationality: Nigerian Zodiac sign: Virgo Profession: Internet personality and entrepren...

poeple Mock Bobrisky After An Old Photo Of His ‘Real’ Face Surfaces On Internet

  Nigerians on social media have mocked controversial crossdresser, Okuneye Idris Olarenwaju better known as Bobrisky after a photo unveiling his weird looks surfaced on social media. In the photo shared by a blogger identified as Xoxosoma, Bob was seen dressed in a purple native attire with some part of his face which wasn’t caked well with makeup ravaged with facial bumps. However, Bobrisky‘s excessive makeup in the photo could not conceal his facial bumps, generating lots of mockrey comments on Instagram. See photo below; See comments below; @miss_shaddyy wrote;  ‘Y’all shudnt forget he is a guy and beards are meant to come out hence d shaving mark.” @preciousstone__foods wrote;  ‘No wonder the other girl said she has he’s reall face picture’ @mis_aidee wrote;  Still prettier than some girls  @nikkythebosslady wrote;  Oju mi logbo @organicoilplus wrote;  ‘How can there mummy have bumps when I sell what prevent and treat bumps och...

NEWS : Sunday Igboho: Sanwo-Olu breaks silence, says people are working privately

  Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has reacted to the arrest of Yoruba activist, Sunday Adeyemo, popularly called Sunday Igboho, in Cotonou, Benin Republic. Why I left Nigerian politics – Actor, Jim Iyke The Governor, while addressing newsmen at the Polling Unit 019 Ward 08, Ikoyi II, where he cast his vote during the Local Government/Council Areas election on Saturday, stated that some stakeholders in the region are “working behind the scenes” regarding the arrest and detention of Igboho in the West African country. Buhari govt bombing ESN but protecting bandits in North – IPOB alleges He stated this while responding to questions on why Southwest leaders were mum on the arrest of the Yoruba nation freedom fighter by authorities of Benin Republic. Entertainment, Obi Cubana claims to be wealthy but road to where he buried his mum remains untarred – Uche Maduagwu Sanwo-Olu stated that: “These are very difficult times for all of us. I can assure you that peopl...

Entertainment, Why I left Nigerian politics – Actor, Jim Iyke

  Nollywood actor, Jim Iyke has said he ended his political career to avoid selling or compromising his soul. The actor, who joined the Young Democratic Party when he began his political career in 2014, made this known during an interview with BBC Igbo on Friday. According to him, Nigerian politics is a dirty game characterized by violence, rigging, bribery, corruption, and other manipulations perpetrated by politicians. “I tried doing politics but what I was required to compromise was almost like selling your soul. I’m principled. “The day my people summon me to serve, then I come out. If there’s a jungle on earth, it’s Anambra politics. It’s a different game,” he said. The actor further said he does not want to be a puppet in the hands of any godfather, fearing that the game could consume him in the long run. “I know that if I foray into politics, it’s either it consumes me or I get what I want. “However, I don’t want to be desperate or have a godfather play me a...

biafra : Buhari govt bombing ESN but protecting bandits in North – IPOB alleges

  The Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, on Saturday accused the President Muhammadu Buhari-led Federal Government of “bombing” the Eastern Security Network, ESN, in Enugu State while protecting bandits in the North. IPOB made the allegation in response to an attack on ESN operatives in Akpofu Nkanu forests, Enugu State. Emma Powerful, spokesman of the group alleged that ESN operatives did nothing to the Nigerian Army to warrant such attack. Powerful made the allegations in a statement entitled: “Nigeria government bombing ESN in Enugu but protecting bandits in the North.” According to the statement: “We the global family of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) ably led by our great leader Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, wish to place the international community on notice of the unprovoked attack by the Nigeria Army against the operatives of the Eastern Security Network ESN in Enugu on Friday, July 23, 2021. A combined team of soldiers and security operatives were unleashed agains...

Entertainment, Obi Cubana claims to be wealthy but road to where he buried his mum remains untarred – Uche Maduagwu

  Billionaire businessman, Obinna Iyiegbu, popularly called Obi Cubana, has come under attack following his mother’s burial in Oba, Anambra State, a few days ago. The talk of the town burial saw associates of the hospitality and nightlife king spraying money lavishly. Their action led to suggestions that Obi Cubana and his friends made their money through rituals. But, Obi Cubana dismissed such suggestions, stressing that his friends are hard-working businessmen. However, Controversial Nollywood actor, Uche Maduagwu, has now slammed Obi Cubana for spending lavishly on his late mother’s burial. In a post via his Instagram account on Thursday, Maduagwu said Obi Cubana’s billions were only meant for party and not for Oba development. According to him, the road where Obi Cubana did his mother’s burial remains untarred. He wrote, “Dear Obi, abeg did you spend half of what was SPRAYED at Oba on any of your mums #birthdays when she was alive? Hmmm… Jesus wept. Anyways, I am...

Entertainment, Why I cut off my manhood – Bobrisky reveals

  Nigerian internet personality, Idris Olarenwaju, famously known as Bobrisky, has revealed that he has cut off his manhood The controversial celebrity transgender disclosed this in a post on his Instagram handle on Tuesday According to him, he cut off his sexual organ because he does not need it. He wrote, “Okay, let me help you all, those of you asking where is my (manhood) I don cut am since. What would a fine girl like me be doing with a gbola. I hope I have answered all your questions.” When asked if he felt pain during the process, he said, ”small pai  

Entertainment, “I’m in-love with Wizkid, too shy to say hello to him” – Bobrisky

  Controversial Nigerian crossdresser, Bobrisky, real name, Idris Okunneye, has declared undying love for Nigerian singer, Ayo Balogun also known as ‘Wizkid’. Bobrisky in a post on his Instagram account on Thursday showered praises on the singer, saying he has always been a fan since he was 16 years. The crossdresser said Wizkid was the best artist in the whole of Africa and no one could compete for that position with him. He claimed Wizkid is the only artist he adores and would definitely cry the day the singer acknowledges him. “Wizkid is the only dude I’m tripping for. I love Wizkid so much and I don’t know why. “The day I will talk to him, I will definitely cry because I won’t be able to hold my tears. “I have been his fan since I was 16 years. I have had opportunities to say hi to him at the club but I was shy. “He is the best in Africa and no one can compete for their position with him,” he wrote. I want my life back – Bobrisky cries out after plastic surgery

Entertainment, If I pay you tithe, you’re accountable to me – Actress Amanda Ebeye tells pastors

  Nollywood actress, Amanda Ebeye has urged Nigerian pastors to stop using God to deceive people. In a post via her Instagram story on Friday the actress stated that pastors should be accountable to members who pay tithes and offerings to them. She further noted that pastors have to start explaining to their members when they buy certain things, especially luxury possessions, like cars and private jets, else the possession should be co-owned by the pastors and the members. She asked men of God to stop deceiving members by claiming the money is for God because he doesn’t come down to spend the money with them. Pastor Kumuyi vows to return tithes, offerings of sinful Deeper Life members “As long as you’re my pastor and I pay you tithe, offering, you are accountable to me. “Don’t tell me the money is for God because God doesn’t come down to spend the money. “You buy a Ferrari, you tell me why or else it becomes our own. “You buy a private jet, you tell me why or it is ...

Entertainment, My life under threat over YouTube movie – Producer, actress, Evan Okoro cries out

  Nigerian Nollywood Actress, Evan Okoro, has alleged that her life is under serious threat over her latest movie titled, ‘ Bigo Madness’. The Actress in a video posted on her Instagram page alleged that some boys whom she alleged tortured her have threatened to kill her if she does not delete the movie from the internet. Calling on her colleagues and Nigerians to come to her rescue, the movie producer with bruised face said the threat was due to the movie she premiered on her YouTube channel, EvanokoroTv, last week. According to her, she managed to escape being lynched by her attackers and is now at the police station to lodge a complaint. “I am at the police station. Some group of boys from Bigo want to end my life for nothing. Look at what they did to them. They asked me to pull down my movie, else they would terminate my life. Thank God I escaped from them,” the movie producer said while wearing a bruised face. Shortly after, she posted another video saying, “Gu...

No Occult and No Ritual Can Give Such Wealth: Obi Cubana

Obi Cubana Himself Finally Speaks - "Work Hard"

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Expensive Convoys Lead To Anambra State For Obi Cubana Mother Burial

Obi Cubana : My husband is filled with grace – Obi Cubana’s wife denies ritual claims

  Obi Cubana’s wife, Mrs Iyiegbu, has debunked reports that her husband’s wealth is through diabolical means. Recall that many had insinuated that Obi Cubana did rituals after the burial of his mother became a topic of discussion on social media. The burial was one of the most attention-grabbing public events in the country in recent time, as billionaire young men and women engaged in a show of wealth. However, the entrepreneur in a post on her Instagram page said her husband is filled with grace. She, however, urged Nigerians to work hard and not believe rumours that her husband did rituals to become wealthy. “If GRACE is a person, it is Obinna Iyiegbu. I am still trying to figure out what happened last weekend but all I can see is GRACE! ”My brother, no be juju. No be crime. It’s just GRACE! “The man is grace personified. Don’t get it twisted. Stop the hate & celebrate God’s grace upon his chosen one. What you celebrate is what you attract. Like he said, WORK HARD.” she wrote...

Victor Moore Foundation

  Victor Moore Foundation to provide relief for low-income families, communities Victor Moore Foundation (VMF), a non-profit body that sponsors children from low-income homes and marginalized communities, is set for launch. The establishment was founded by Besidonne Moore in memory of her father Victor A. Moore. The organization has two major areas of focus – educational support and access to skills – which define the scope of operations. Under the educational support program, VMF provides stationery, textbooks, uniforms and tuition payment. The access to skills program is split into mentorship initiatives for children, professional development for teachers and VMF Skills Hub for digital literacy skills and after school enrichment classes. The organization will be officially launched on the 22nd of July, 2021. You can connect and stay updated by following Victor Moore Foundation on Instagram and FaceBook.

NEWS : Gunmen kill traditional ruler, burn over 50 houses in Benue community

  Some yet-to-be identified gunmen have attacked Oju Local Government Area of Benue State, killing the traditional ruler of Ochoro community, Chief Okpe Denis Ijoko.  gathered that the assailants also burnt over 50 houses in another community, Ukpute, during the attack as other valuable properties were also destroyed. When contacted, the state’s Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, Anene Sewuese Catherine, said she was yet to receive the report. However, a Senior Lecturer in the Benue State University, Dr John Ogi, an indigene of the local government, confirmed the incident in a chat with Dr Ogi linked the incident to an existing crisis between the Tivs and Igede in the area saying the two tribes have been in that crisis for a year. “This crisis has lasted for a year and the government is keeping deaf ears,” he said. He revealed that the slain chief was kidnapped before he was murdered by the abductors. “Ochoro community wasn’t at war with any community, the ...

SPORTS : We’ll unmask you – Pinnick reacts as Nigerian man harasses Super Falcons in Austria

  Amaju Pinnick, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) President, has vowed to unmask the unidentified Nigerian man who harassed the Nigerian Women football team, Super Falcons, in Vienna, Austria, while on a train to their way to training on Tuesday. The man had accused the Super Falcons of failing Nigerian Youths by representing ‘a terrorist government’. In a viral video, he accused President Muhammadu Buhari’s government of kidnapping Nigerian youths and killing them. Reacting to the development, Pinnick said the Falcons did not deserve to be subjected to such harassment. “We’re infuriated because these are young ladies [Super Falcons] who are our ambassadors and are there in Austria preparing for major international competitions. “That was a dastardly act by that fellow, and we’re not taking it lightly. The girls simply wanted to go on sightseeing, and there’s nothing wrong with that. They don’t deserve to be subjected to such a diatribe by a so-called fellow Nig...

Nnamdi Kanu : IPOB sacks Simon Ekpa as Radio Biafra broadcaster, gives reasons

  The Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, on Wednesday, explained why Simon Ekpa may no longer continue as a broadcaster on Radio Biafra. IPOB disclosed that Ekpa has refused to follow laid down rules of operation in Radio Biafra, hence the need to discontinue with his services. Ekpa was engaged as one of the broadcasters on Radio Biafra, shortly after the rearrest of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of IPOB. However, the group said Ekpa’s services may no longer be needed because he has refused to sign the rules of engagement and code of conduct guiding those broadcasting on Radio Biafra. A statement by Emma Powerful, reads: “The global family of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) ably led by our great leader Mazi Nnamdi Kanu has observed with regrets, that Mazi Simon Ekpa whom our leader Mazi Nnamdi Kanu gave an appointment and duty to start broadcasting on Radio Biafra doesn’t want to follow the laid down rules of operation in Radio Biafra. Our leader Mazi Nnamdi Kanu gave ...

Respect Sunday Igboho’s rights – Fani-Kayode tells Benin Republic govt

  A former aviation minister, Femi Fani-Kayode, has urged the Benin Republic government to accord Sunday Adeyemo aka Sunday Igboho the respect he deserves. Recall that the freedom fighter was arrested at an airport in Cotonou, Benin Republic, on Monday night. The Oduduwa Republic agitator was said to have been arrested by Beninoise authorities while on his way to Germany. There are also reports that the Nigerian government wants Igboho to be extradited to Nigeria. Reacting to the development, Fani-Kayode on his twitter page said the Beninoise Government must be fair in their actions towards the activist and he should not be denied access to his lawyers and doctors. ”I call on the authorities in Cotonou to respect the civil liberties & rights of Chief Sunday Adeyemo (Sunday Igboho) & I call on them to treat him with respect & decorum. Those rights are protected under international laws & protocols, including the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Ri...