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Man Who Threw a Phone at Bebe Rexha on Stage Says It Was Meant to Be ‘Funny’
A disturbing incident unfolded during Bebe Rexha's concert in Lower Manhattan, New York, when a concertgoer, identified as Nicolas Malvagna, threw his phone at the American singer, claiming he thought…
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If You’re Wondering Why Seun Kuti Is Still in Detention, Here’s Why
In recent days, the Nigerian music industry and fans of Afrobeat singer Seun Kuti have been captivated by his arrest and subsequent detention. The incident unfolded when Seun was filmed…
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Gunmen Attack US Consulate Convoy In Anambra, Leaving Four Dead; Court Orders Police to Release Seun Kuti on Bail within 48 Hours | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Gunmen Attack US Consulate Convoy In Anambra, Leaving Four Dead Court Orders Police to Release Seun Kuti on Bail within 48 Hours Bola Tinubu, President-Elect, Holds Meeting with Rabiu Kwankwaso…
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Seun Kuti’s Lawyer Raises Alarm Over Starvation of the Music Star in Detention
Seun Kuti, the renowned music star, has found himself at the center of a distressing situation as his lawyer raises concerns about his well-being while in detention. Adeyinka Olumide-Fusika, a…
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Seun Kuti in Police Custody for Alleged Assault on Officer After Turning Himself In
Renowned Afrobeat artist Seun Kuti voluntarily presented himself to the Lagos State Police Command on Monday morning, in response to an ongoing investigation into allegations of assault against a police…
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Nigeria’s Hilda Baci Breaks Guinness World Record for Longest Cooking Marathon by an Individual; PSC Urges Prompt Prosecution of Seun Kuti for Assaulting Police Officer | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Nigeria’s Hilda Baci Breaks Guinness World Record for Longest Cooking Marathon by an Individual PSC Urges Prompt Prosecution of Seun Kuti for Assaulting Police Officer Two Businessmen Discharge 193 Cocaine…
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Chris Brown’s Crew Allegedly Attacks Usher at Singer’s 34th Birthday
Chris Brown's 34th birthday extravaganza took an unexpected turn as reports of violence emerged from various online sources. The R&B sensation and his entourage allegedly engaged in a physical altercation…
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Nigerian Singer Lojay Shares How He Was Stabbed by his Ex-girlfriend
Lojay, the Nigerian singer-songwriter extraordinaire, recently opened up about a jaw-dropping incident involving his ex-girlfriend, who went to extreme measures during a heated argument. In a riveting episode of the…
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Buhari leaving Nigeria far better than he met it — Presidency; Obi emphasizes unity as key to fighting challenges in Nigeria | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Buhari leaving Nigeria far better than he met it — Presidency Obi emphasizes unity as key to fighting challenges in Nigeria Buhari departs for last official visit to Saudi Arabia…
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Court grants Portable bail
Nigerian hip hop artist Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has been granted bail by a Magistrate Court in Ifo, Ogun State. Portable faced charges of assault and theft of…
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APC dismisses proposed Tinubu protest at White House; Portable arrested by police for assault | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
APC dismisses proposed Tinubu protest at White House Portable arrested by police for assault Nnamani urges South-east to align with Tinubu's government for political benefits Fayose threatens PDP with lawsuit…
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2023 Elections: Buhari, Tinubu, Shettima’s wives receive appointment letters; NDLEA arrests suspected narcotics trafficker at VGC | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
2023 Elections: Buhari, Tinubu, Shettima’s wives receive appointment lettersNDLEA arrests suspected narcotics trafficker at VGCMbaka will return after solitude – Catholic ChurchNDLEA raids drug joints, arrests 121 suspects, seals 13…
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Ice Prince taken into custody for assaulting a police officer
Ice Prince, a well-known rapper, was detained by the Lagos State Police Command on Friday morning for allegedly assaulting a police officer who had pulled him over for driving without…
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Rihanna’s boyfriend, A$AP Rocky, charged with two counts of assault with a firearm
According to the authorities, A$AP Rocky is facing charges of two counts of armed assault in Los Angeles. In an incident that happened in November of last year, the US…
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Former Manchester United player, Ryan Giggs, charged with headbutting former girlfriend
Former Manchester United footballer Ryan Giggs has been charged with assault for headbutting his ex-girlfriend Kate Greville. The Manchester United great, according to Ms. Greville, aggressively headbutted her in the…
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Nigerian Customs officials illegally detained and assaulted a Chinese businessman, this should worry you
When we were sent this first-person report of corruption and unprovoked violence against a Chinese businessman who immigrated to Nigeria five years ago and has built a life here, we…
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The Sexuality Blog: Uganda’s US ambassador beat his wife in front of guests for bringing up his infidelities, when will this end?
Thanks to the #MeToo movement, millions of women have been able to come forward and tell their stories about sexual harassment in the work place and in places of power…
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Nigerian Soldiers cause chaos at Freedom Park as they were denied ‘free entrance’
A video has surfaced online of Nigerian Soldiers causing chaos in Freedom Park, Lagos Island because they were denied 'free entrance' as they approached the leisure park to probably see…
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[The Sexuality Blog] Giovanni Melton: What kind of monster kills his son for being gay?
Giovanni Melton had always known he was gay. His sexuality wasn't something he could hide either, and much younger than many people, Melton decided to live his truth. His father,…
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[The Sexuality Blog] Here’s a quick and easy way to report domestic and sexual assaulters
This is to inform the Public that LASG has Launched Short Service Code '6820' for Residents to Report Cases of Domestic Violence,Child Abuse — victoria Idowu (@victoriaidowu) October 17, 2017…
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Stop assault on Abia indigenes | Ikpeazu warns army
Abia State governor, Okezie Ikpeazu has warned the Nigerian army against assaulting indigenes of the state. Background: Members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) had clashed with soldiers during…
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US Congressman who punched reporter gets 40 hour community service sentence
On Monday, U.S Congressman-elect Greg Gianforte was sentenced to 40 hours of community service and 20 hours of anger management with a $385 fine after he pled guilty to assault…
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Blaming the victim of domestic violence is all shades of wrong
Domestic violence has been one of the topics on the front burner on the cyberspace and in various chat groups for the past few days. The discourse gained voice when…
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[The Sexuality Blog]: TY Bello’s King Women interview was brave, but terribly handled
There are only two times to publicly report sexual assault as a victim, immediately it happens, and if you cannot, when you are completely ready to face what happened. TY…
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Mercy Aigbe had bruises all over her body when she came for help – Commissioner
by Azeez Adeniyi The Lagos State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Lola Akande has said Nollywood actress, Mercy Aigbe had bruises on her face when she came to…
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Mercy Aigbe has mental issues | Husband, Lanre Gentry alleges
by Dolapo Adelana Lanre Gentry, husband of Nollywood actress, Mercy Aigbe has said that his wife is mentally unstable. The hotelier made the allegation Wednesday in a chat with Best of…
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Lagos govt to prosecute Mercy Aigbe’s husband for alleged assault
by Azeez Adeniyi Nollywood actress, Mercy Aigbe has dragged her hotelier husband, Lanre Gentry to the Lagos Ministry of Women Affairs for investigation and prosecution over alleged battery and assault,…
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UgoTalksAlot: Why ranting may be stopping the mental change we need
I'm a firm believer that how we pass information across is more important than the information we're passing across. The former, I believe, is partly responsible for the brick walls…
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#BBNaija: Conversations must be held on the importance of consent | TBoss speaks on sexual assault (WATCH)
by Azeez Adeniyi Former Big Brother Naija housemate and Second runner-up, TBoss has finally spoken about the sexual assault incident between her and Kemen on the show. While speaking in…
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It wasn’t my intention to come across as a supporter of sexual assault | AY apologises to TBoss and fans
by Azeez Adeniyi Comedian, Ayo Makun popularly known as AY has apologised for making jokes about the sexual assault incident between TBoss and Kemen in the Big Brother Naija House.…
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- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy