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Peculiar, the young girl accused of using pepper soup to take the lives of her boyfriend and his friends, has been found innocent of the allegations. A video making waves on X, formerly Twitter, captured her speaking out, insisting she had no hand in their demise. According to her, they tragically passed away due to generator fumes, not poisoning. In her words: “The boy that died, his best friend once posted me, and my friend screenshotted it, showing me that he had placed a ₦500,000 bounty on me, accusing me of poisoning them.” “While heading to the police station to…

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has announced the imminent launch of a General Multipurpose Card (GMPC) aimed at promoting economic and financial inclusion in Nigeria. This new card will integrate digital identity with financial transactions, giving Nigerians easier access to various services and financial systems. The GMPC will be linked to the National Identification Number (NIN), allowing users to perform transactions such as paying bills, accessing government services, and making purchases. The card will also support offline transactions, making it accessible even in areas with limited internet connectivity. NIMC’s Director-General, Dr. Abisoye Coker-Odusote, emphasized that the card is part…

The Nigeria Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has released a preliminary report on the Allied Air cargo plane crash that occurred on December 11, 2024. The report reveals that the Boeing 737-400F aircraft, with registration number 5N-JRT, was on a positioning flight to collect cargo for the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) when it crash-landed at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. The aircraft had arrived from Douala earlier that morning and was scheduled for multiple sectors, including Lagos-Abuja, Abuja-Sokoto, Sokoto-Abuja, Abuja-Yola, Yola-Abuja, and Abuja-Lagos, with the same flight crew. Following the crash, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria confirmed that…

The Federal Government, days ago, through the Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC), announced the commencement of recruitment into various positions within the Federal Civil Service. Here’s the step-by-step guide on how to apply for the Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC) recruitment 2025 without the links: For physically challenged applicants, make sure to indicate the nature of your disability during the application process. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online channel.

Governor Sèyí Mákindé of Oyo State has announced the commencement of the second phase of the Ibadan Airport upgrade. This significant development aims to enhance the airport’s infrastructure and improve its capacity to handle increased passenger traffic. The first phase of the upgrade, which focused on runway repairs and the installation of new navigation aids, has already been completed. The second phase will involve expanding the terminal building, upgrading the air traffic control tower, and improving the overall passenger experience. Governor Makinde emphasized that the upgrade is part of his administration’s commitment to boosting economic growth and tourism in the…

The Federal Government through the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has released guidelines to help Nigerians report loan apps that harass their customers. Online loan apps are popular for quick financial assistance, but some lenders resort to harassment tactics when borrowers fail to repay on time. This can include sending embarrassing messages, often with photos, to the borrower’s contacts. To report such harassment, the FCCPC has provided the following steps: The FCCPC is committed to protecting consumers and ensuring fair business practices. They encourage consumers to report any unfair practices to help maintain a fair and transparent marketplace.…

The draw for this season’s UEFA Champions League knockout phase play-off has been conducted on Friday, January 31, 2025. Eight teams have progressed straight to the round of 16 following the completion of the league phase. They are Liverpool, Barcelona, Arsenal, Inter Milan, Atletico Madrid, Bayer Leverkusen, Lille, and Aston Villa. The remaining teams, finishing between 9th and 24th, will compete in a two-legged play-off in February to secure their place in the round of 16. Here are the full play-off matchups: The winners of these play-offs will join the top eight teams in the round of 16, which will…

Ebun Okubanjo, the CEO of Bento Africa, has resigned amid ongoing investigations by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Lagos Inland Revenue Service (LIRS) into allegations of tax and pension mismanagement. Okubanjo announced his resignation in an email to the company’s board, relinquishing his equity and debt holdings in Bento. In his resignation letter, Okubanjo cited the challenges of scaling payroll systems in Africa and hinted at launching a new venture, Ada AI, an AI-powered sales assistant. This decision comes after Bento faced allegations from companies like Fuelmetrics, which claimed the company failed to remit up to…

The Council for Legal Education. has suspended law programs at eight Nigerian universities due to regulatory violations. The affected universities include: The CLE’s decision to suspend these programs is based on the universities’ failure to meet the necessary regulatory standards required for the operation of law programs in Nigeria. As a result of this suspension, JAMB has also shifted the registration date for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) to February 3, 2025 The change was made to allow the Board to implement essential adjustments to its registration templates and ensure a smooth registration process. According to spokesman Fabian…

A Brazilian porn star, Anna Beatriz Pereira Alves, popularly known as Anna Polly, is dead. The OnlyFans star died after a tragic fall from a hotel balcony in Nova Iguaçu, northwest of Rio de Janeiro while filming for the adult content site. Anna Polly is said to have fallen during X-rated scenes with two men she reportedly invited to the hotel for a threesome. Reviewing the CCTV footage after questioning the hotel staff, Baixada Fluminense Homicide Unit noted that the investigation is still ongoing, as her mobile phone is also being examined for potential evidence. According to the Mirror, the…