Woman wrestles armed robber in Delta

The Delta State Police Command have arrested a member of an armed robbery gang at new Eku Road, Amukpe, Sapele Local Government Area, after he was wrestled by a female victim.

Sources said luck ran out of the armed robbery gang who have been terrorizing the area when it trailed the victim, a trader who had closed for the day and was on her way to her house.

“Two members of the gang stationed themselves outside the house while three others took positions in the compound”, a source who sought anonymity said.

 The source added: “The robbers swooped on the trader who was in company of her husband and children, snatching from her two bags containing large quantities of mobile phones recharge cards and more than N1.8 million.


“The trader summoned courage and grabbed one of the robbers with his gun after she had received several head butts and blows from him. The other members of the gang took to their heels as other family members attempted to grab them.

“Neighbours who were attracted by the distress shouts of the victims soon gathered to ensure that the robbery suspect did not escape.

 “A team of Policemen in a Dragon Police Patron van stationed at the Amukpe junction was quickly alerted and whisked the suspect to the Sapele Police Division, who in turn transferred him to Command Headquarters, Asaba for further interrogation. Contacted the Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, Delta State Command, Onome Onovwakpoyeya, confirmed the story, adding that the suspect, one Shedrack Sunday was in their custody.

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2019/08/woman-wrestles-armed-robber-in-delta.html

Photos: Inside the room notorious Taraba kidnapper hid before his re-arrest

Photos show inside the room where notorious Taraba kidnapper, Hamisu Bala popularly known as Wadume, hid before his re-arrest. Wadume who has already been paraded by the police, explained the role of soldiers when he was first arrested. More photos…

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2019/08/photos-inside-room-notorious-taraba.html

Boy who stole plantain in Akwa Ibom is brought to the police, but they did this instead

The boy allegedly stole the plantain he is holding in the photo above, but when brought to the police, the DCO 1 of Eket Police Station, interrogated him and instead promised to help him. Right way init?

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2019/08/boy-who-stole-plantain-in-akwa-ibom-is.html

We stopped EFCC from planting foreign currency in Ambode’s house - Lawyers

Three lawyers who claimed to have witnessed EFCC’s raid on the Epe residence of former Governor Akinwunmi Ambode on Tuesday, alleged that they stopped the anti-graft officials from “planting foreign currency” in the house.

The lawyers -- Fatai Adebanjo, Busari Olanrewaju and Samson Okuneye -- in a joint statement on Tuesday, said operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission wanted to stop them (lawyers) from being a part of the search.

They said the operatives allowed them into the house after they had engaged them in arguments.


The counsels added that the EFCC officers seized their phones before the tour of the house began.

In the statement, the lawyers said, “Before they entered, we searched all the officials of the EFCC who intended to go in for the search.

“There was a blue bag which they were holding with them.

“We requested to see the content of the bag before they could take it in.

“They got angry and said we could not see the content.

“Having said that, we strongly resisted them from taking it in since they would not allow us to see it; they later agreed.

“We later got to know that the bag contained foreign currency which they brought to plant in the house of the ex-governor to incriminate him.”

The lawyers noted that the operatives, while collecting their phones, had insisted that only one of their (EFCC) men would record the process with a phone.

They claimed that in the end, nothing incriminating was found in Ambode’s house except some documents, including the State Executive Exco Meetings Volumes 1-16.

The counsel explained that the anti-graft officers were stopped from taking the documents away because they refused to take records of the items.

“We followed them as they entered from one place to the other.

“When our presence was intimidating them, they said we should sit down while they do the search.

“We insisted that we must follow them to observe every of their activities on the premises.

“To our greatest consternation, the officials of the EFCC, led by Rotimi Oyedepo, Esq, held on to our phones and told us to follow them to their office in Ikoyi to get our phones.

“All efforts to get back our phones were abortive, as the officials rushed into their white Hiace bus with our phones and instructed that since we had resisted their efforts to take the said blue bag into the main premises of the ex-governor, they would hold on to the phones.

“Thus, almost six phones were forcefully taken away, iPhones inclusive,” the statement added.

The lawyers claimed that their presence throughout the search stopped the EFCC from incriminating Ambode “with the blue bag they brought with them from an unknown destination.”

They said they were ready to challenge the legality of the search on the residence.

Leader of the EFCC operatives, Oyedepo, when contacted by Punch Correspondent, said the Commission would “resolve the matter” and issue a formal statement on the allegation.

“But I want to assure you that nothing like that happened,” Rotimi Oyedepo said.

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2019/08/we-stopped-efcc-from-planting-foreign.html

Nigerian transgender set to compete in a beauty pageant in Ghana (photos)

A Nigerian transgender is set to compete in a beauty Pageant in Ghana.

Veso Golden Oke, 25, will be competing with other people born as women. According to reports, she is now officially recognized as the first transgender allowed to compete in a beauty pageant in Africa. If she wins, she will represent Ghana at Miss Europe Continental in Italy.

Veso who works in Ghana has the support of her parents.

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2019/08/nigerian-transgender-set-to-compete-in.html

Gunmen attack Nasarawa Deputy Governor's convoy, kill three policemen, driver

Three policemen and a driver were killed by gunmen in an attack on the convoy of Nasarawa State Deputy Governor, Dr Emmanuel Akabe.

The convoy ran into the assailants around Gako hill in Nasarawa Eggon Local Government Area at about 8pm.

The Deputy Governor was on his way to Abuja for swearing-in of ministers, it was learnt.

It was gathered that when the escort commander learnt that there were suspected gunmen on the road, he stopped the convoy and went with two officers and the driver to clear the way.


A source said upon hearing gunshots from an oncoming Hilux van, the gunmen laid ambush for the police officers and the driver.

The gunmen were said to have taken away the officers’ rifles after killing them, leaving a magazine behind.

The remains of the slain policemen and the driver have been deposited at the Dalhatu Araf Specialist Hospital in Lafia.

State Police spokesman Othman Ismaeel said the Commissioner of Police and other senior officers were at the scene.

He said he was yet to be fully briefed on the attack.

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2019/08/gunmen-attack-nasarawa-deputy-governors.html

Prince Harry & Meghan Markle's trip to France was sponsored by Elton John

Sir Elton John has confirmed paying for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex to fly to and from his £15million mansion in Nice by private jet for a holiday 'inside the safety and tranquillity of our home'.

The 72-year-old singer claimed he had ensured Prince Harry and Meghan's flight to and from the French Riviera last week were carbon neutral by making the 'appropriate contribution' to a carbon footprint fund.

His intervention comes after the royal couple found themselves embroiled in another hypocrisy row yesterday after being pictured leaving the south of France on Saturday in a fourth trip by private jet in just 11 days.

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2019/08/prince-harry-meghan-markles-trip-to.html

Photo: Solidarity visit begins for Ike Ekweremadu

Senate President Lawan, and Chris Ngige were among the early visitors at Ekweremadu home on a solidarity visit.

The President of the Senate, Ahmad Ibrahim Lawan visited the former Deputy Senate President on a solidarity visit after he was attacked on Saturday in Germany by IPOB members.

Ekweremadu says he has forgiven them as he believes they were under the influence of alcohol.

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2019/08/photo-solidarity-visit-begins-for-ike.html

Osun declares Tuesday public holiday for ‘Isese Day’

It’s a public holiday today in Osun State, as the Government declares today (Tuesday) holiday to mark this year’s traditional worshipers’ day otherwise known as ‘’Isese Day.”

A release signed by the Supervisor, Ministry of Home Affairs, Culture and Tourism, Dr. Obawale Adebisi, urged traditional worshipers to be peaceful and law-abiding in their conduct during and after the celebrations.

Obawale enjoined the traditional worshipers to pray for the State Government and other stakeholders who are saddled with the responsibilities of moving the state to the next level.

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2019/08/osun-declares-tuesday-public-holiday.html

Self-proclaimed 'rich kid of Instagram' fined after a hit and run crash while illegally driving

A self-proclaimed 'rich kid of Instagram' who claimed to own a £1.7m fleet of supercars has been fined £249 after he was involved in a hit and run crash while illegally driving his mother's Range Rover.

Jack Watkin, 20, had got his own slot on a TV show after claiming to own seven lavish sports cars including two Mercedes-Benzs and a Porsche - which he apparently kept in a huge garage at his home.

He also boasted that his father paid for him to enjoy £15,000 designer shopping sprees and that he frequently flew off to lavish holiday destinations on his private jet.


But the youngster was left red faced after he accidentally crashed Jo Stringfellow's Range Rover Sport whilst out buying a rail card near his home in Alderley Edge, Cheshire.

The driver of a single decker vehicle tried to speak to Watkin about the minor shunt but although the youngster was not to blame, he refused to give his details and drove off. Inquiries revealed he was not insured to drive the £70,000 car.

Watkin, who was driving within his two year 'probation period', admitted failing to stop after an accident and having no insurance and was also ordered to pay £115 in costs and surcharges at Stockport Magistrates' Court.

His driving licence was endorsed with six penalty points. His mother, 60, denies permitting Watkin to drive the car and will face a trial in November.

Watkin became a social media star in 2016 when at the age of 17 he claimed to had a car collection boasting a Rolls Royce, Bentleys, two Mercedez-Benz, a Range Rover and a Porsche.

He claimed the cars were all bought for him by his wealthy parents and said he had once splashed out £500,000 on a Bvlgari watch and that his estate agent father owned a private jet. He was selected to appear on a TV show called The Majors after he began sharing images of his lifestyle complete with the hashtags #richkidsofinstagram and #ridiculouslifestyle.

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2019/08/self-proclaimed-rich-kid-of-instagram.html

Photos: Nollywood actress, Bukola Arugba buries mom

Nollywood actres, Bukola Arugba who is married to Damola Olatunji has laid her mother who recently passed away to rest. Below are photos from her mom's burial...

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Video: The confidence on Wale Musa as he resumes as Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Transportation

Video of EFCC officials at Ambode’s residence

Anita Okoye shares new photo of herself and kids

The proud mum shared the lovely photo on her instagram page with the caption;

''This picture sums up a day in my life!
Andre: My superhero and sidekick wrapped in one!••
Nathan: Independent, Inquisitive and Focused as ever! ••
Nadia: My Boss Lady, either asking a question or giving directions! ••
#MyKids #AndreOkoye #NathanOkoye #NadiaOkoye #TwinMum #MumOf3 #AnitaOkoye #MadamTannkco #Family #MovieTime''

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2019/08/anita-okoye-shares-beautiful-new-photos.html

Situations were bad in our days too - Dele Momodu

Dele Momodu has addressed young Nigerians who are fond of telling him, he became successful because situations were better in his own days. According to the media mogul, it's far from the truth as they all had to hustle hard in his days as well.

According to him, he was once was an errand boy before becoming a village teacher etc.

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2019/08/situations-were-bad-in-our-days-too.html

Breaking! EFCC storms Ambode's house in Lagos

Officers of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, this morning stormed the residence of the former Lagos state governor, Mr Akinwumi Ambode.

Report from TheCable has it that the officers are currently raiding his residence.

Recall that the commission last three weeks ago froze three bank accounts containing the total sum of N9.9bn linked to the immediate past Governor of Lagos State.

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2019/08/breaking-efcc-storms-ambodes-house.html

Revealed! Meet Ronke Odusanya's babydaddy... He speaks on welcoming their daughter too

Nollywood actress Ronke Odusanya over the weekend welcomed her bundle of joy -- a baby girl. And you, know many have been asking who her baby daddy is. Well, wonder no more, dude has spoken out and we found him, lol.

Breaking the news of their daughter on his very private page and how happy he is to have welcomed a baby girl, because of his past mistakes, he wrote.

''💃🎀💗💃🎈I feel I am lucky. I am grateful for this life that God has given me. I am happy, as I am getting to do work that I want to do and enjoy doing it. I had lost my way for some time, so I need to do things that I am happy with🎀👌welcome💃💃💃💃💃💗''.

Ronke's babydaddy has never been married and they met while both were single with no partners, according to the actress. In a not too long interview, though she never revealed his identity, she however said, he has good history with girls, and very well known around Magodo and Ketu, but who cares anyway, she chose him! Lol... Speaking during the interview, the actress had said;

''We met no ni.. (All laugh). You people love gist sha.. The good thing about him is that he is not married. Which also means he has never divorced but he has a child.. A son who is 5 years old now. I met him and we became partners. If we decide to do anything further, you guys will hear about it. We have been out on two or more occasions.

''You know, It still amazes me on how we became partners because when I met him, I knew he was popular amongst girls. He is the outgoing type so he has a good history with girls around Magodo and Ketu (Laugh). Infact, some girls have called me to ask why I should be with someone like that. I keep wondering how its their business. Why didn’t they ask why he ended up being with me? What makes them think I’m better than him? Is it because he is an extrovert or been with a lot of girls?

'Some even called me to say he is too loud, he can be lousy… but does that make me a better person than him? Have you checked his inward expression and attributes? I remember one time like that that I was dating a popular person. Lots of people were like why are you dating this guy? He isn’t a porch person in quote. But honestly, I dated that person because he was such a good person to me and he took care of me. There were things I did and he forgave me. Going back to my new partner, I have done lots of things in the past that he heard and forgave me going forward… So the fact that I’m quiet and more reserved or you’ll say private doesn’t make me better than him. Infact, another person said, Ki ni mo wa de be ..Like how did I get involved with him? .''

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2019/08/revealed-meet-ronke-odusanyas-babydaddy.html

Police recover fake foreign and local currencies from 5 suspects in Kano State (photos)

he Kano State command of the Nigeria Police has arrested five suspects for foreign and local currency counterfeiting in dollar, Riyadh, Cfa and Naira denominations.

The five suspects were arrested alongside 111 others for various offenses ranging from kidnapping, murder, robbery and theft.

The state Commissioner of Police, Ahmed Illyasu at a media briefing said the suspects arrested over the fake currency “were apprehended based on a tip off that they were to circulate some in the state and traffick some across the border.”


He said they are experts in duping unsuspecting members of the public.

One of the suspects upon interrogation accepted to committing the offence saying “the money in local and foreign currency amounts to N170 million Naira which was sourced from Lagos state.

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2019/08/police-recover-fake-foreign-and-local.html

Annie Idibia stuns in green (photos)

We love love!! 🔥🔥🔥



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Borno Governor uses the Quran to place curses on those diverting food meant for IDPs

Borno State Governor, Prof Babagana Zulum, on Monday had a curse placed on anyone in the habit of diverting food items meant for internally displaced persons in the state.

The incident took place while the governor was coordinating and supervising the distribution of food items to nearly 200,0000 ‎IDPs in Monguno Local Government Area of Borno.

 While the governor watched, an official, who had been assigned the task, raised a copy of the Qur’an and asked the wrath of God to come upon anyone fraudulently diverting food and other relief items meant for the welfare of displaced persons.


A curse was also placed on IDPs in the habit of collecting multiple rations of food to sell in markets, thereby depriving other displaced persons food to eat.

As soon as the official holding the Quaran and placing the curse began the act, dozens of adults disappeared from the long queues, raising suspicion that they could have been involved in the fraudulent practice.

The official said, “Listen to me very attentively, Governor Zulum has asked me to announce to you that from himself as governor down to humanitarian and government officials, in fact anybody at all that diverts food meant for IDPs, the curse of God through the instrumentality of the Qur’an will come upon them.

“May the wrath of God come upon anyone who has collected allocation ticket but came here to collect what is meant for others.

“You all know that food is distributed to households and everyone in the camps are part of a household.

“If you know you are not the head of a household or that you have already collected your portion, better leave the queue or incur the wrath of the Qur’an.”

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2019/08/borno-governor-uses-quran-to-place.html