Portable is back in the news, but this time it’s not about his music or antics – it’s about an unexpected and troubling incident that happened in Lekki. Portable was out looking for some new threads for his artist Yung Duu. But this outing took a sharp turn when Portable found himself facing a group... Read More

January 27, 2023

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PDP sabotaging fuel supply to blackmail federal govt – Tinubu; Despite arrest threats, Emefiele fails to appear before reps | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss: PDP sabotaging fuel supply to blackmail federal govt – Tinubu Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, the presidential candidate for the All Progressives Congress (APC), has once more accused the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) of sabotaging the country’s fuel... Read More

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January 25, 2023

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Atiku did not ask me to campaign for him – Wike; Peter Obi attacked after rally in Katsina | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss: Atiku did not ask me to campaign for him – Wike Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike has stated that PDP presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar is not involved in the ongoing campaign for PDP candidates in the... Read More

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September 21, 2017

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EFCC officials are being attacked – Magu

Acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Ibrahim Magu has said no one would be regarded as a sacred cow anymore. According to a statement by EFCC spokesperson, Wilson Uwujaren on Thursday, Magu said this at the 20th anniversary public lecture and award ceremony of the Finance Correspondents Association of Nigeria (FICAN) in Abuja.... Read More

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December 27, 2016

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‘Kiss Daniel attacked, robbed at Calabar Christmas Village’

Singer, Kiss Daniel was on Monday robbed at the Calabar Christmas Village while performing on stage, Punch reports. It was gathered that armed robbers attacked the village at about 1am, dispossessing fun seekers of their valuables. It was also learnt that some victims have been hospitalized due to injuries sustained during the attack. An eyewitness... Read More

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September 24, 2015

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“I wasn’t attacked” | Saraki explains what happened

Senate President, Bukola Saraki has debunked widespread reports that he was attacked on Thursday at the eid kabir prayer ground in Ilorin, Kwara state. Saraki disclosed this in a statement from his media office on Thursday. It was earlier reported today that Saraki was attacked by disgruntled protesters and was pelted with stones by those lamenting of not... Read More

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September 24, 2015

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[UPDATE] Saraki attacked at Ilorin prayer ground

The Senate President, Bukola Saraki, was attacked a few hours ago, at the eid kabir prayer ground in Ilorin, Kwara state. Disgruntled protesters got irate and threw missiles and various objects at Saraki and other dignitaries in attendance. ————— Premium Times, however, reports that the protesters lost their cool because of their salary arrears being... Read More

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July 4, 2015

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Teacher almost killed by boyfriend of student he punished

A teacher was left with a deep cut in his head from as a result of cutlass attack by a student, Ebuka, who carried out his action simply because his girlfriend was punished. Apparently, Ebuka’s real intention was to kill the teacher but ended up giving him a serious machete cut on the head. The young... Read More

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March 2, 2015

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This woman was attacked by traders for selling fish

by Chinwe Okafor Two enforcers of a fish sellers’ association, Iya Lasila and Bolajoko, attacked a woman selling fish by a roadside market, destroying fish worth N20,000 on Friday, February 27, in Ojodu Berger area of Lagos. The victim, Esa (popularly called Iya Ibeji), and Bolajoko fought, tearing each other’s cloth before they were separated... Read More

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February 11, 2014

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SAD: This beautiful baby girl was attacked and killed by her mother’s dog

by Oge Okonkwo An 11-month old girl Ava-Jayne Corless was attacked by a pit bull on the bed while at her step father’s house. Police say every attempt by paramedics revive her was futile as she was pronounced dead at the hospital. The victims mother and step father who were downstairs at the time of... Read More

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December 31, 2013

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‘You’ve done nothing for us!’: 2 senators booed by constituents during election rally in Jigawa

by ‘Jola Sotubo Two Jigawa lawmakers on the platform of the People’s Democratic Party were treated to an unpleasant surprise at a recent rally in the state. Senator Abdulaziz Usman Tarabu, representing North-East Senatorial zone and another Senator, Abdulmumini Hassan Zarekue, were said to have been booed and forced off stage by an angry crowd.... Read More

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December 25, 2013

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Artiste, Terry G ‘attacked by thugs’ while performing in Benue

by Tutu Akinlabi A fun fest went sour in Benue at the weekend when unknown hoodlums disrupted the performance of musician, Terry G. The star was thrilling fans at the IBB Square in Makurdi, the state capital, when some thugs began to throw things at him and later brandished sharp objects in an attempt to... Read More

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December 24, 2013

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Pres. Jonathan summons Stella Oduah for closed door meeting

by ‘Jola Sotubo Following renewed calls for the sack of the Minister of Aviation, Stella Oduah over the recent bullet proof car scandal by the House of representatives, Ms. Oduah is said to have had an impromptu meeting with President Goodluck Jonathan. The minister came under fire earlier this year when details of the car... Read More

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December 2, 2013

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Terrible: Armed men attack MFM church in Enugu, burn altar

by ‘Jola Sotubo The Enugu branch of the Mountain of Fire and Miracles ministries (MFM) was attacked by unidentified gunmen during the weekend. Two security men on duty at the regional headquarters of the church were said to have barely escaped with their lives. The hoodlums reportedly asked the guards to turn off their phones... Read More

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November 26, 2013

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Stella Oduah’s car shot at by gunmen in Abuja

by ‘Jola Sotubo According to police reports, the fears which led Aviation Minister, Stella Oduah to purchase bullet proof cars might have been legitimate afterall. The Federal Capital Territory Police Command yesterday said that Ms. Oduah’s vehicle was attacked by armed gunmen. The embattled minister’s car was said to have been shot at in Abuja... Read More

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November 15, 2013

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How armed robbers attacked me – Musician, Terry G

by Chi Ibe Remember a few weeks ago, the singer Terry G (Gabriel Amanyi) was said to have been shot by armed robbers? Grateful for life, he has now shared his story with Encomium. According to him, he wasn’t shot and none of the two people with him were injured, but the robbers made away... Read More

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August 16, 2013

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Boy wonder: 12-year-old kid catches 8-foot alligator which terrorised community

A 12-year-old boy helped soothe a fearful South Carolina community Thursday when he, alongside his grandfather, wrangled an 8-foot alligator that just one day before had attacked a woman out walking her dogs. Joey Maffo was right there with his grandfather Joe, who runs Hilton Head Island’s Critter Management, on Thursday when he bagged the... Read More

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July 30, 2013

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Horrific abuse: Mother who had her eyes gouged by ex-boyfriend gets attacked by new partner

Tina Nash, who was permanently blinded by her former boyfriend after he gouged both her eyes out, was attacked by her new partner, Roland Alli A young mother who was blinded when her violent boyfriend gouged out both her eyes in one of Britain’s worst cases of domestic abuse has revealed how she has since been... Read More

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July 8, 2013

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2 people killed as police, hoodlums clash in Oyo

by Olaniyi Afolabi It was pandemonium yesterday in Oje market Ibadan, Oyo state, as two people were killed in a clash between the police and some hoodlums. Two policemen who were also injured in the clash are said to be receiving treatment in an undisclosed hospital. The incident has been confirmed by the state Public... Read More

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May 6, 2013

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Justin Bieber attacked in Dubai (WATCH)

by Rachel Ogbu A fan grabbed Justin Bieber from behind while he was on stage in Dubai yesterday just before he was carried away by security. According to TMZ, “Bieber was at the piano when someone rushed on stage to grab him. Security quickly descended and hauled off the attacker … knocking Bieber’s piano over in the ruckus.”... Read More

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