Xenophobia: Presidency Faults S.A Envoy, Insists Nigerians Were Targeted

The Presidency has insisted that contrary to the claims of the South African High Commissioner to Nigeria, Bobby Monroe, foreigners, particularly Nigerians, were targeted in the recent attacks in South Africa.

Mr Munroe had stated on Tuesday during a media briefing with Nigeria’s Foreign Affairs Ministry, that the attacks in South Africa are not xenophobic neither are they targeted at Nigerians.

According to him, they were only ‘sporadic acts of violence’.

He also stated that businesses belonging to other South Africans were equally affected in the violence.


However, addressing the issue on Channels TV’s Politics Today, Special Assistant to President Muhammadu Buhari on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, disagreed with the comments, stating that the attacks were not sporadic.

“I disagree with the South African ambassador who says it is sporadic attacks…it’s not. If it was sporadic attacks, why were South Africans not attacked?

“It was targeted at foreigners, Nigerians particularly,” he said.

Adesina further stated that it was clear that the attacks did not involve only Nigerians against Nigerians as earlier claimed by the South African President.

“President Ramaphosa was here some months back and we clearly heard him when he said not all the violence was between South African against Nigerians that most of the times, it was Nigerians against Nigerians.

“But what has happened these past few days has shown that this is not Nigerians against Nigerians.

“This is clearly South African against Nigerians and this has shown us that there is xenophobia,” he said.

Mr Adesina, however, stated that the Federal Government would continue to demand the protection of Nigerians, a failure of which “stronger measures” will be taken.

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2019/09/xenophobia-presidency-faults-sa-envoy.html

Naira Marley’s songs, lifestyle influenced me –16-year-old cybercrime suspect

Gombe State Police Command on Tuesday paraded some suspected cyber fraudsters. One of them, 16-year-old Gabriel Michael, said he was influenced by the lifestyle and songs of a Nigerian musician, Naira Marley.

16-year-old Gabriel Michael, who was arrested by the Gombe State Police Command for cyber fraud.

Michael, who was paraded on Tuesday by the police, told  one of our correspondents that he took to cybercrime from watching up-and-coming Nigerian musician, Naira Marley, on the screen.

“I learnt hacking through tutorials on YouTube; for so many months I was at it. The lifestyle of a Nigerian musician, Naira Marley, the way he spends money influenced me. Marley talks about being a Yahoo boy (cyber fraudster). My addiction to computer started at the age of seven,” Michael said.

Among Naira Marley’s few known titles,  the song, “Am I a Yahoo Boy?” may be the most viral.

The lyrics and the video of the song revolve around cybercrime and a race against law enforcement agents.

Though the police put his age at 18, Michael, in a chat with one of Punch correspondents, insisted he was 16 years old.

He said, “I’m 16 years old, from Kaltungo Local Government Area of Gombe State. I finished from the Nationwide Academy in Gombe. I was arrested for hacking into someone’s account.”



In his response to how he succeeded in hacking account, he said, “I generate software like IP protocol, Angry IP scans, linos and I use them to do the job.”

Michael, however, begged for mercy, saying “I regret my actions. I pray to be pardoned, so that I can use my talent in other to work for them (law enforcement agency). I can channel my ideas to legal ventures but the challenge has always been that nobody encourages one to use his talent to do good things. For instance, friends will push you to do so because you are making money. My ambition is to work hard to become a member of the Department of Security Services.”

Michael added that his parents did not know about his criminal activities.

“I hide under the cover of my job; I’m into aluminum works. My parents did not suspect my heinous activities,” he said

Michael narrated how he hacked into the bank account of his victim, Deborah Tanko, from whose account he allegedly withdrew N187,000.

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2019/09/naira-marleys-songs-lifestyle.html

Qatar unveils 2022 FIFA World Cup logo

Qatar unveiled the logo for the 2022 World Cup which will be hosted by the Gulf emirate, displaying it in public spaces in Doha and cities around the world on Tuesday.

The design is a stylised Arabic white unisex shawl with maroon patterning, which is displayed in a figure-of-eight symbolising infinity while creating a heart shape above the words “FIFA WORLD CUP Qatar 2022”.

It was projected onto the vast facade of the country's National Archives in the capital's southern Msheireb district to fanfare that included a procession of soldiers on horseback watched by a crowd of hundreds.

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2019/09/qatar-unveils-2022-fifa-world-cup-logo.html

Ubi Franklin's allege 4th baby mama, Sandra Iheuwa celebrates daughter at one month-old

Ubi Franklin's allege 4th baby mama, Sandra Iheuwa's daughter, Princess Ariella Chidera Iheuwa is a month old today. Taking to her instagram page to celebrate, the proud mum wrote;

My millionaire baby Princess Ariella Chidera Iheuwa @babyaciheuwa you are loved for the girl that you are, the daughter you will become and, the precious woman you will grow up to be and forever will be.
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You will outgrow my lap but never my heart, I was your first kiss, first love and first friend, I am your mummy and you are a part of my world if not the whole of it but you have beautiful sisters to share with, the feeling of tired goes away whenever I see your cute face. .

I can’t wait to hear you call me mummy and I promise to always answer whenever you call on me my baby, I have so much to tell you but today marks one month of abundance, blessings, joy, peace and happiness.
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I love you so very much and no hurt would befall you neither would any harm come near you, I will always protect you and may God always back me up to take care of you. I love you and I can’t stretch that word enough HAPPY ONE MONTH MY BABY."

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2019/09/ubi-franklins-allege-4th-baby-mama.html

Xenophobia: Read Shoprite's press statement

In the light of recent attacks on other Africans especially, Nigerians living in South Africa; Shoprite Nigeria in strong terms wishes to condemn any kind of xenophobic violence and intimidation against the citizens of other countries, anywhere in the world.

The retailer is highly concerned at the acts of violence against foreign nationals that sporadically flared up in South Africa and the resultant rhetoric of intolerance that is now being levelled against South Africans living in Nigeria.

As a reputable company with deep African roots who employs thousands of African nationals and most importantly works tirelessly to bring low prices to fourteen (14) countries outside of South Africa; we no doubt have excelled due to our peaceful co-existence and collaborations, hence we would like to see an end to xenophobia across the continent.


Shoprite Nigeria appeals to the general public of South Africa and Nigeria to protect the human dignity and safety of every person living in both countries. We remain committed to working with and alongside industry as well as appropriate consumer groups to engage relevant stakeholders so that decisive actions are taken against those involved in violent crimes and intimidation against foreign nationals – in the same vein, convey our strong position against xenophobia.

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2019/09/xenophobia-read-shoprites-press.html

Senator Diri wins Bayelsa PDP Gov. primary

Senator Douye Diri has emerged winner of the governorship primary election of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Bayelsa State.

The Governor Darius Ishaku-led PDP Bayelsa State Governorship Primary Committee conducted the exercise at the Dr. Gabriel Okara Cultural Centre, Yenagoa.

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2019/09/senator-diri-wins-bayelsa-pdp-gov.html

Snakes take over Auchi Poly, as female student flees bathroom n-ked

Palpable fear and anxiety have gripped staff and students of Auchi Polytechnic, Auchi, Edo State, as dangerous snakes have allegedly taken over the institution.

Students, canteen operators and other members of staff who work or reside on the campuses of the federal tertiary Institution, have reportedly sighted the dangerous and poisonous visitors now laying ambush in ceilings, offices, hostels, bathrooms and other places.

It was gathered that thick darkness occasioned by power outage worsened the situation, making it difficult for the hapless students to see the lurking​ snakes.


The students, who described the situation as worrisome, called on the management of the institution to fumigate the entire campuses, to forestall a possible attack on the students.

It was learnt that a female student who was bathing, narrowly escaped being bitten when a snake suddenly dropped from the ceiling of the bathroom. She had to run out of the bathroom naked.

A student who spoke on condition of anonymity, said they now lived in their hostels in constant fear and anxiety.

“We now live in fear over the recent discovery of snakes in the hostels​.

“We now live in fear in this hostel. Snakes were found and killed yesterday in one of the girl’s hostels. Snakes are now everywhere and nothing is being done about it.

“Somebody was bathing and a snake almost fell on her. She ran out naked, she was very lucky.

“Snakes are just everywhere as you see this hostel, even in the portals, offices, snakes have taken over, we are just confused. They will not give us light to see or read despite the fact that some of us are writing exams.

“We are begging the school management to come to our aid and fumigate everywhere so we can be peaceful,” she said.

The Public Relations Officer of the Polytechnic, Mr. Mustapha Osahiobugie, denied the alleged invasion of reptile in the institution.

He disclosed that two giant generators were set aside for the students to ensure adequate power supply in their hostels.

“Whether there is BEDC power or not, we have two giant generators set aside for students alone so that they can have adequate power supply.

“Our hostel building is two storeys. We do spot check every week and none of our ceilings is compromised​. The roofs are well covered, so, how will a snake now fall from the ceiling?

“On the environment as it relates to sanitation, the horticulture staff are fully in charge, but I will inform them right away to go and check the sports complex and every area concerned,” he added

PM News

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2019/09/snakes-take-over-auchi-poly-as-female.html

Nigerian arrested for punching Thai cop in Bangkok

Thai police have arrested a Nigerian for assaulting an officer on duty. The Nigerian, identified as Edalere Abioye accidentally punched a patrolman trying to break up a dispute between him and his landlord.

Abioye was apprehended after he was subdued by a large group of people as he tried to get away.

Police Col Jessada Khumsarttra said that Abioye was having a heated argument with his landlord over rent.

He threw a punch intending to hit the landlord and accidentally hit the police officer, who jumped in between.


Police charged Abioye with assaulting a policeman on active duty.

The incident came to light on September 2 after clips of the fight went viral on Thai social media.

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2019/09/nigerian-arrested-for-punching-thai-cop.html

Drag her by her lacefront! Fan tells NotJustOk founder to disrespect Kate Henshaw

Kate Henshaw and Notjustok co-founder Ovie have had a war of words on twitter. It started when Kate Henshaw reacted to the attacks on Nigerians by South Africans saying; ''We are responsible for how people treat us...''

Many Nigerians find the tweet tasteless and Ovie also expressed his mind. While telling her followers she was ready for them, Kate however belittled them by telling them she won't reply anyone who has below 50,000 followers. So most people's tweet against her didn't get a response.

Ovie also expressed his mind, saying she should know better, but Kate went in on him. In a second tweet Ovie warned he was a big admirer but still respects her tho. But some of his fans won;t have it, and wonder why Ovie still called her a big sister after their alteration. A user suggested Ovie should have dragged her by her lacefront INSTEAD!

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2019/09/drag-her-by-her-lacefront-fan-tells.html

#Xenophobia: Stop pu$$yfooting and act now, RMD tells Nigerian Government

Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD) is also lending out his voice about xenophobic attacks on Nigerians in South Africa telling the Nigerian government to stop pu$$yfooting and act now. RMD made this known in series of tweets. Everyone is angry!

Continue to read the rest of his tweets. They are quiet much, so I decided to copy them out for fast effect (smiles) lol.

''I have a younger brother who lives in South Africa with his family. If he or any of his is murdered in the madness going on presently in SA, will I keep quiet? Hell, NO!!! #StopXenophobia #SayNoToXenophobia

''I have been too shocked, too angry, too disgusted and too speechless. Shocked at the boldness and heartlessness with which these South Africans are looting, maiming and murdering our brothers... #StopXenophobia #SayNoToXenophobia  

''...Angry at the enablement of the South African law enforcement officials who have exhibited very little will to protect our brothers because they in turn are worse than the miscreants on the street, just that they are in uniforms... #StopXenophobia #SayNoToXenophobia

''...did the SA police not recently man handle our own Tayo to the full glare of the world, did they not kill a defenceless Nigerian businessman last week? They are not only enablers but perpetrators as well... #StopXenophobia #SayNoToXenophobia

''... I am disgusted at the inability of The Federal Government of Nigeria to take a bold stance and do the right thing(s). Has the SA High Commissioner to Nigeria been summoned by the FG and the riot act read to him?... #StopXenophobia

''The claim by the SA High Commissioner to Nigeria downplaying the Xenophobic attack on Nigerians as an act of violence is a blatant lie and in pure disregard of the lives lost... #SayNoToXenophobia #StopXenophobia

''... Has the Nigerian High Commissioner to SA been recalled? Has the Nigerian Foreign Ministry taken any tangible, decisive action except verbose words on paper?... #StopXenophobia #SayNoToXenophobicAttacks #SayNoToXenophobia

''... I am speechless at those shameless apologists, making excuses for the perpetrators by talking about drug lords and illegitimate businesses. Does SA not have drug laws? #StopXenophobia #StopXenophobicAttacks #SayNoToXenophobia

''...Do they not have measures on how to clamp down illegal businesses and make operators face the law? Oh, I see, every Nigerian, every Ghanaian and other foreigners in SA are criminals... #StopXenophobia #SayNoToXenophobicAttacks #SayNoToXenophobia

''...The confidence of most immigrants is in the diplomatic strength of their countries to protect their lives and interests but unfortunately not Nigerian immigrants. We are NOT the worst species of beings, we deserve our right to live... #StopXenophobia #SayNoToXenophobicAttacks

''...It is important that countries like SA protect Nigerian immigrants but it is more important for the Federal Government of Nigeria not to only ensure that this attack on our people stops but that it NEVER happens again... #StopXenophobia #SayNoToXenophobicAttacks

''I task @MBuhari @abikedabiri @GeoffreyOnyeama and the Federal Government of Nigeria to act and act immediately. Not one more Nigerian should die unjustly, no, not another... #SayNotoXenophobia #StopXenophobia #SayNoToXenophobicAttacks

''My name is Richard Mofe-Damijo and I condemn the attack on foreigners, especially Nigerians in South Africa. I demand that the Nigerian Government stop pussyfooting and kick into tangible, measurable action to protect our brothers in diaspora. I #SayNoToXenophobicAttacks

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2019/09/xenophobia-stop-puyfooting-and-act-now.html

Burna Boy waves South Africa goodbye

Has Nigerians all over the world condemn attacks on Nigerians and other Africans in South Africa, Burna Boy has vowed not to step in the country again until their government take charge. He made this known while condemning attacks on foreigners in the country in a series of tweets. Continue...

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2019/09/burna-boy-waves-south-africa-goodbye.html

F$$K you too! Burna Boy tells M.I for daring to support South African musician AKA

Burna Boy has warned older singer, M.I to watch it else, he will loose all respect for him. Burna made the plea to M.I on twitter after the rapper supported South African singer, AKA who said Nigerians should stay in their country in the midst of Xenophobic attacks going on in South Africa. Burna tweeted at AKA, telling him F$$K you, then warned M.I it could be F$$K you too if he ever tries to support AKA again.

After AKA's tweet, M.I had said the singer is his friend and he loves Nigerians. Their tweets below...

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2019/09/fk-you-too-burna-boy-tells-mi-for.html

Beyoncé celebrates 38th birthday backstage at Made in America Festival

Man sentenced to death for killing girlfriend in Ondo

An Ondo State High Court, sitting in Akure, the state capital has sentenced a 26-year-old man, Saliu Oladayo to death by hanging, for killing his girlfriend, late Confidence Ebere.

Oladayo stabbed the 19-year-old Ebere to death at Oshinle Quarters, Akure, following a disagreement that ensued between them.

The incident happened in May 2018. Oladayo was said to have initially escaped from the scene but he was later arrested and handed over to the police for prosecution.

He was thereafter arraigned before a magistrate court on one count of murder.


The case was later transferred to the state High Court.

After series of arguments from the prosecuting and defence counsels, the court admitted that Oladayo committed the offence, which was contrary to Section 316 and punishable under Section 319(I) of the Criminal Code cap 37, Vol. 1 Laws of Ondo State of Nigeria, 2006.

According to the court, the circumstantial evidence and autopsy report revealed that “Saliu Oladayo, a secondary school leaver, stabbed the deceased on the left side of the chest and her left hand with a kitchen knife during a little misunderstanding at No 2, Dele Ojo Quarters, Akure around 2:00 p.m. on May 15, 2018.”

Delivering his judgement, the trial judge, Justice Ademola Bola said Oladayo was found guilty of the offence and sentenced him to death by hanging.

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2019/09/man-sentenced-to-death-for-killing.html

Actress Mama Rainbow reacts to Xenophobia attack

Nollywood veteran actress, Mama Rainbow is the latest celebrity to react to the recent xenophobic attack on Nigerians in south Africa.

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2019/09/actress-mama-rainbow-reacts-to.html

Prince Harry says he flies private jets to 'keep his family safe'

Prince Harry has defended his family's use of private jets and says he flies them 'to ensure his family are safe'.

The royal flew by commercial jet to Amsterdam today to make a speech marking the launch of a new environmental travel project.

The royal said in the speech that "no-one is perfect" and said people must balance out negative effects of global travel.

He and wife Meghan faced mounting criticism after reportedly taking four private jet journeys in 11 days during the summer.


He said :"I spend 99% of my life travelling the world by commercial.

"Occasionally there needs to be an opportunity based on a unique circumstance to ensure that my family are safe."

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2019/09/prince-harry-says-he-flies-private-jets.html

EFCC arrests 60 Internet fraudsters in Akwa Ibom

The Uyo zonal office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission said on Tuesday that it had arrested over 60 Internet fraudsters and secured 37 convictions since its inception in the state.

The Zonal Head of the commission, Mr Garba Dugum, said this in Uyo while briefing newsmen on the collaboration between the EFCC and the United States of America’s Federal Bureau of Investigation in the fight against cyber crimes.

Dugum, who was represented by the deputy zonal head, Alex Ebbah, said his office upon receiving the directives of the acting Chairman of the commission, Ibrahim Magu, launched an independent raid against the fraudsters, culminating in various strategic raids and onslaught against their hideouts.


Dugum said the commission had gone beyond arrest, investigation and prosecution and conviction of internet fraudsters to the prevention of the act by embarking on sensitisation programmes to educate the youth on the implications and the need to stay away from the crime.

He lauded the collaboration with the FBI and other international law enforcement agencies in the fight against Internet fraudsters, adding that his office had so far received about 20 different cases of Internet fraud reported directly by the FBI through the United States Department of Justice.

Dugum said his office, through such collaborations, had received over 20 different cases of Internet frauds reported directly by the FBI through the US Department of Justice, some of which were under investigation already.

He also mentioned the cases received through the Mutual Legal Assistance by other international law enforcement agencies to include five from the Hong Kong Police, five from the Danish and Norwegian police, and four from the Israeli police.

Others are three from the Austria police, one from the Swedish police, one from the Zambian police and another from the Bulgarian police.

He said the investigation of the cases had resulted in seven arrests involving a huge sum of money in foreign currencies, which the fraudsters had defrauded their victims.

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2019/09/efcc-arrests-60-internet-fraudsters-in.html

Gunmen scatter Kogi PDP governorship primary

The governorship primary of the Peoples Democratic Party in Kogi state ended abruptly in the early hours of Wednesday when gunmen invaded the Lokoja Confluence Stadium, the venue of the election.

Voting had ended and sorting of votes was going on when the gunmen came to the venue at about 1:45a.m. and started shooting from different directions.

According to report, votes in eight out of the 10 ballot boxes have already been counted and sorted out before the disruption by the gunmen.


Aspirants, delegates and others scampered for safety while the number of casualty has yet to be ascertained as at the time of filing this report.

Gov. Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa, the Chairman of the Electoral Committee escaped the bullets of the gunmen.

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2019/09/gunmen-scatter-kogi-pdp-governorship.html

Ariana Grande sues Forever 21 over ads featuring 'look-alike model'

Ariana Grande has a problem with Forever 21. The singer on Monday filed a suit against both the clothing company and spinoff beauty brand Riley Rose, alleging they "stole" the singer's "name, likeness and other intellectual property to promote their brands for free."

In the suit, obtained by CNN, Grande's legal team alleges the clothing company sought out an endorsement deal with Grande in late 2018 and early 2019, but the request was "explicitly declined due to Forever 21's unwillingness to pay the fair market value for a celebrity of Ms. Grande's stature."

The documents allege Forever 21 and Riley Rose published at least 30 unauthorized images and videos "misappropriating Ms. Grande's name, image, likeness and music in order to create the false perception of her endorsement."


The suit includes screenshots from Forever 21's Instagram that show stills from Grande's work being used to promote the Forever 21 brand, as well as advertisements featuring what the suit calls a "look-alike model," who has a hairstyle and clothes similar to those seen in Grande's music video for her song "7 Rings."

Some captions also featured lyrics from Grande's song, the suit says.

The images showcased in the lawsuit no longer appear to be on Forever 21's Instagram, Twitter or Facebook pages.

The suit claims Forever 21 left some of the unauthorized posts up until at least April 17, 2019, despite requests beginning in February that all of them be removed.

Grande is seeking $10 million in damages for copyright infringement, common law trademark infringement and other alleged offenses.

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2019/09/ariana-grande-sues-forever-21-over-ads.html

Photos: Teddy A & Bambam visit to the Ooni of Ife

The lovebirds paid a courtesy visit to Ooni of ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi in Ile-Ife.



source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2019/09/photos-teddy-bambam-visit-to-ooni-of-ife.html