Angry ‘mad’ man kills okada rider in Ebonyi

An angry ‘mad’ man (name withheld) in the early hours of Saturday, was reported to have killed an Okada Rider, Mr. Elias Ofoke in Abakaliki, the Ebonyi State Capital.

The victim, a father of six children, hails from Agbaja Unuhu in Abakaliki Local Government Area of Ebonyi State.

He left his family this morning in search of daily bread, only to lose his life in a controversial circumstance.

Reports revealed that members of Neighborhood Watch Security Outfit had early this morning tried to arrest the alleged mad man who resisted them.

The resistance led to the torturing of the mentally challenged person by some members of the security outfit.

After the torture, the victim was abandoned to the surprise of passerby who pleaded with them not to abandon him as such could endanger the lives of others within the environment.

Moments of the encounter, an innocent Okada man who dropped his passenger in the area, while trying to move his bike was suddenly beaten to death by the mad man who was yet to recover from the shock of the attack he received from the Neighbourhood Watch Security.

The ‘mad’ man out of anger over the torture he received, hit the Okada Rider on the head. This singular action led to the death of the motorcycle operator.

Members of Motorcycle Transport Union, Ebonyi State Chapter have been left speechless following the brutal killing of one of their members, Mr. Elias Ofoke, who was killed in the early hours of the day by the ‘mad’ man.

The incident occurred around Udensi bridge in Abakaliki.

Reacting, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) Kpirikpiri Division, SP Chris Anyanwu who confirmed the incident advised members of Okada Union to still nose for background information concerning the incident as the police would carry out an in-depth into the matter.

Also, the State Chairman, Motorcycle Transport Union, Ebonyi State Chapter, Comrade Paulinus Atam, who frowned at the tragic incident explained that the Union has never recorded such case since his emergence as the chairman of the Association.

He called on the State Government to fish out mad men in Abakaliki metropolis in order to forestall such occurrence in the future, while consoling with the bereaved family and the entire members of the Union.

Meanwhile, the State Commissioner for Internal Security and Border Peace, Chief Stanley Okoro Emegha, on phone said that he has already been notified of the tragic incident.

“We had already called on the police to wade into the matter and ensure that the culprit be brought to book.”

The Commissioner also doubted the possibility of the alleged actions of the Neighbourhood Watch Security on the mad man adding that the security outfit who have been working for the safety of the people in the state could not unleash attack on a mad person and abandon such a person to endanger the lives of others on the streets.

A Nephew to the deceased, Mr. Opoke Innocent who identified his Late uncle as a married man with six children, called on the State Government to come to the aid of the deceased family as the demise of the victim has created a very big vacuum which needed the intervention of both the State Government and the Okada Union.

The corpse of the victim was later deposited to the FETHA 1 Mortuary, Abakaliki, while the wounded ‘mad’ man was taken to the Police Clinic for medical evaluation and attention.

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2020/09/angry-mad-man-kills-okada-rider-in.html

Two killed, 14 wounded in shooting at US party ― Police

Two people were killed and 14 wounded early Saturday in a shooting at a backyard party in Rochester, New York state, police said.

Officers responding to reports of gunfire in the area found a “chaotic scene” with about 100 people running in various directions, interim police chief Mark Simmons told reporters.

“In total we have 16 confirmed victims of shooting. And I’m sad to announce that two of the 16 received a fatal wound,” he said.

Those killed — one man, one woman — were both between 18 and 22 years of age, and had not been formally identified, he said.

The 14 wounded had been taken to hospital and were not in a life-threatening condition, he said.

No arrests have been made so far and police could not say if more than one shooter was involved.

“For our community to have to deal with this tragedy … is unfortunate and shameful,” Simmons said.

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2020/09/two-killed-14-wounded-in-shooting-at-us.html

Edo 2020: INEC confirms shooting in Orhionmwon, talks tough on materials’ hijack in Egor

The Independent National Electoral Commission INEC has confirmed a shooting incident in Orhionmwon local government area of Edo state, saying it was working with the police and other security agencies to ensure the peaceful conduct of the ongoing governorship election.

INEC also said it was in receipt of images showing the alleged hijack of electoral materials in Ward 9, Unit 15 of Egor local government area, saying while it was working to salvage the situation, it may be forced to take decisive action against results generated from the affected unit.

Chairman of the Commission, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu stated this Saturday morning in Abuja in his preliminary address at the “Edo Governorship Election Virtual Situation Control Room” which is holding through Zoom.

Yakubu who condemned reports of vote-buying and selling also frowned at the violation of Covid-19 safety protocols especially with regards to the social distancing rule.

The commission added that in places where some Smart Card Readers malfunctioned, it has had to activate its backup system and has replaced all faulty card readers.

It added that the few ad hoc staff who could not get their stipends the previous day have now been settled and are at their work stations, conducting the elections.

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2020/09/edo-2020-inec-confirms-shooting-in.html

3-storey school building collapses in Ejigbo Lagos

A three-storey building, housing Excel College, Ejigbo area of Lagos, Southwest Nigeria collapsed on Saturday morning.

The school building is located at 15 Ansarudeen Street, Ile-Epo Bus Stop, Ejigbo area of Lagos.

Director General, Lagos State Emergency Management Agency, LASEMA, Dr. Femi Oke-Osanyintolu said upon arrival at the incident scene, it was observed that a 3-Storey building (Excel College) had collapsed.

He said distress calls received established that the building collapsed at about 8:15am.

“Information gathered from some officials of the school revealed that the building had previously shown signs of distress and the school was planning to renovate and refortify the structure.

“The three-storey building has two wings conjoined, the wing that collapsed has seriously affected the second wing as visible cracks can be seen on the walls, pillars and decking.

“Fortunately, nobody was trapped, no injuries and no fatality has been recorded. Responders to the incident scene are LASEMA, LASBCA, Police (Ejigbo Division),” he said

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2020/09/3-storey-school-building-collapses-in.html

Car thief shoots man dead in front of pregnant wife before killing himself in police chase

A carjacker who held a couple hostage, fatally shot a husband in front of his pregnant wife, before shooting himself dead.

The gunman, who went on a deadly rampage killed two people and injured three before turning the gun on himself.

Dangelo Dorsey had followed through a series of carjackings and shootings before fleeing from the police on September 13.

The horrific rampage ended with a high-speed car chase in Tennessee.

He ultimately shot himself in front of the pregnant wife of a man he had killed earlier after holding them hostage when he carjacked them as they went to church.

David Rausch, director of The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, said in a press release that the killing spree started at 9.30am when the 29-year-old opened fire inside a moving vehicle along Interstate 24 near Beechgrove.

Dorsey, from St. Louis, Missouri, got out of the vehicle as traffic came to a halt shooting a woman in her hand as he attempted to carjack her vehicle and he fatally shot a nearby truck driver in the face.

Aileen Stevens was teaching Sunday School that morning at her church in Rutherford County and was on her way there with husband Jordan in their Ford Mustang when they were rear-ended by Dorsey.

Mr Rausch said the couple were forced to drive back to their home at gunpoint by Dorsey who is claimed to have stolen two of their guns before he made them swap cars and go back out with him.

Police say at some point Mr Stevens was shot dead in front of his wife by Dorsey who dumped the body before driving off with the terrified mum-to-be.

Officers managed to pinpoint the SUV they were in and a 100mph police chase began before the car crashed and flipped.

Mr Rausch said Dorsey then shot himself dead in front of Mrs Stevens.

He added: "The female hostage was safely recovered."

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2020/09/car-thief-shoots-man-dead-in-front-of.html

Timini Egbunson breaks silence on his cheating scandal

Nollywood actor, Timini Egbunson finally speaks on his cheating scandal which broke the internet some days ago. 

He sent a strong message to people who do not like his personality following the scandal he was recently involved in.

The actor was involved in a cheating scandal after his girlfriend Lydia Agahan was dragged by an aggrieved side chic.

He took to his snap chat to advise his haters, stating that life isn’t a Nigerian movie where people who are hated suffer in the end.

He said;

“Just because you don’t like me doesn’t mean I will suffer and need you. Life is not a Nigerian movie.

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2020/09/timini-egbunson-breaks-silence-on-his.html

"Neo’s life is over after this place", Vee talks having serious smashing with Neo shortly after the show

Vee, one of the Big Brother Naija housemates still in the lockdown house, has said that she would go into serious s.e.x escapade with her lover, Neo, after the reality show.

Vee said this during a conversation with her friend, Laycon, last night, vowing that she would do all the things she couldn’t do in public with Neo.

Neo and Vee, seen in the most honest relationship in the lockdown house, have tried to keep themselves from having s.e.x on national television.

But Vee has always made her intention to have s.e.x with Neo public.

“Like play, we have only 9 days left in this place. Oh my God! Neo, your life’s over when we leave this place…” she said.

Shocked, Laycon asked, “What! Did you just say his life is over with you or what?”

Vee responded, “[I said] his life is over when we leave this place.”

Laycon demanded, “How so? Oh you plan to fu*k him up…. oh my God! You need to see someone planning intense ‘pen!sing’ with someone’s son in public.”

And Vee boldly said, “Yes, because I can’t do what I want to do in public.”

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2020/09/neos-life-is-over-after-this-place-vee.html

Seun Kuti MOCKS parents whose children are mocking them online for not buying them a Ferrari

Seun Kuti has mocked parents of kids who have been mocking their parents online for not buying them a Ferrari like billionaire Femi Otedola did for his daughters. 

Seun Kuti who is of the believe that the children were not raised well, because if they were, they won't dare to mock their parents, ''encouraged'' them to mock them the more because they were truly not raised well.

"If you're insulting your parents because  of Ferrari, then they deserve it, they raised you wrong, so wrong!! Insult them more jare", the singer wrote on his insta-story. So you agree with him?

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2020/09/seun-kuti-mocks-parents-whose-children.html

BBNaija 2020: I can’t stay one week without you – Nengi tells Ozo

Big Brother Naija housemate, Nengi has told her fellow housemate and friend, Ozo that she cannot take her mind off Sunday’s eviction.

Nengi while having a conversation with Ozo after their mini Jacuzzi party on Friday night told him that “One week in Biggy’s house without him is like a death sentence.”

According to her, she would literally die because she won’t have anyone to be talking to since he is the only best friend she has in the house.

“I just know that the both of us would make it to the finale.

“ I really want us to be in this house till the final day because one week in this house without you, I will die.

“I will literally die. What am I going to do? Who will I be talking to?

“ I really need you here,” she said.

Ozo affirmed that he would also want them to be in the show to the final.

He, however, told her that it’s not only about what she would be doing if he gets evicted, but who she would be bullying.

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2020/09/bbnaija-2020-i-cant-stay-one-week.html

Five rescued as bus plunges into river in Ebonyi

Five persons were on Friday rescued at Ivo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State as a ‘608’-model bus plunged into Akaeze-ukwu River, NAN reports.

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Commander in Ebonyi, Mrs Stella Uchegbu who confirmed the incident to newsmen said the accident which involved a bus and an articulated vehicle had 38 passengers on board.

Uchegbu said that reports reaching her desk indicated that the rescued victims were unconscious and were taken to the hospital.

“We can, therefore, not confirm if any person is dead or not and the FRSC team (Ishiagu unit) is still at the scene for rescue efforts.

“The Afikpo unit team is, however, on standby in case any major thing ‘breaks’ this night to give back-up to the staff at the scene.

“There are, however, two versions of the incident as one held that the articulated vehicle tried to overtake the bus which made it (the bus) to lose control and another held that it was the bus which actually tried to overtake.

“There was no report of collision by both vehicles but the bus just lost control at the bridge and plunged into the river.

“We have not ascertained whether the bus was fully loaded or if the passengers observed COVID-19 social distancing but divers from the area managed to rescue five persons,” she said.

She further revealed that someone called to inform that his brother and wife were still trapped inside the river but the divers said they couldn’t continue because it was dark.

“God is alive, and he can still preserve the victims,” she added.

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2020/09/five-rescued-as-bus-plunges-into-river.html

FG bans Emirates Airlines from operating in Nigeria

The Federal Government has included Emirates Airlines in the list of airlines not allowed to operate in Nigeria.

This is part of measures to curb the spread of Covid-19 in the country.

The Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, confirmed this via his Twitter handle on Friday.

According to Sirika, the decision was taken following a meeting between the Presidential Task Force (PTF) and European Unions (EU).

The ban would take effect from Monday, September 21, 2020.

“The PTF sub-committee met today with EU Ambassadors to discuss Lufthansa, Air France/KLM ban.

“The meeting progressed well. Emirates Airlines’s situation was reviewed and they are consequently included in the list of those not approved, with effect from Monday the 21st September 2020,” Sirika tweeted.

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2020/09/fg-bans-emirates-airlines-from.html

Parents, teachers protest, demand resumption of schools in Kwara

Parents and teachers of private schools in Kwara State, on Friday stormed the secretariat of the National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools, demanding the resumption of academic activities.

The protesters carried placards with inscriptions such as, “Open our schools for students, ”children are hawking around the streets rather than schooling, ”teachers are suffering, ”out of school pupils are in football viewing centres, markets and parties.”

The protesters noted that many states are resuming on September 21, 2020, lamenting with dismay that the Kwara state government is not saying anything about schools’ resumption in the state.

They said, “parties are everywhere, hotels, businesses have resumed, markets are running, children are following parents to churches and mosques.”

Dr Abdulrahman Adetunji, chairman of the association, who addressed the aggrieved protesters, appealed to them to be patient.

He said the State Commissioner for Education, has assured the association that the state government was working on schools’ resumption in the state.

Dr Adetunji said private schools were ready for resumption as necessary COVID-19 safety protocols have been put in place by all private schools, including social distancing, hand washing and provision of hand sanitizers among others.

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2020/09/parents-teachers-protest-demand.html

Kanye West tweets about being ‘murdered’ and North ‘taken away’ from him

Kanye West has tweeted then deleted about being "murdered" and told his eldest daughter North to never believe the "white media."

The rapper has long struggled with bipolar disorder and has, in recent months, sent a series of alarming messages on the social media site.

Kanye returned to Twitter Friday after a 24-hour ban was placed on his account.

The tweet, which had a picture of seven-year-old North attached, was sent in capitals and read: "NORTHY I AM GOING TO WAR AND PUTTING MY LIFE ON THE LINE AND IF I AM MURDERED DON’T EVER LET WHITE MEDIA TELL YOU I WASNT A GOOD MAN.

"WHEN PEOPLE THREATEN TO TAKE YOU OUT OF MY LIFE JUST KNOW I LOVE YOU."

His tweet came a day after he shared a video that saw him place one of his 21 prestigious Grammy trophies in a toilet as he urinated on it alongside the caption: “Trust me… I WON’T STOP.”

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2020/09/kanye-west-tweets-about-being-murdered.html

Two self-acclaimed pastors arrested for r*ping corps member

The Police in Rivers State have arrested two pastors for allegedly r*ping a 27-year old member of the National Youths Service Corps.

The corps member is observing her primary assignment at the Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of the state.

The pastors, identified as Austin Emmanuel and Peter Davies, are currently being detained at the State Criminal and Investigation and Intelligence Department, Port Harcourt.

Emmanuel reportedly invited  the victim to his house for an indoor birthday party and in the course of the celebration, he was later joined by Davies.

It was gathered that the suspects offered to pray for the victim and in the middle of the prayer, they applied a-yet-to-be-identified liquid on her face which made her unconscious.

Speaking with journalists, the corps member said she experienced pains in her private parts after regaining consciousness.

She said, “Actually, it was after I regained consciousness that I was feeling pain in my vagina. I told my mum and she reported to the police and they said that they should take me to doctors without borders for checkup. I found out that I was fingered according to the report and saw bruises seen all over my body.”

Meanwhile, parents of the victim, Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Bonko called on the Rivers State Police Command not to allow the accused persons go scot free to serve as a deterrent to other persons.

The father of the girl said he had approached the International Federation of Women Lawyers in the state to ensure the prosecution of the case.

“When I saw her, she was not in her senses. I started asking questions. Then they told me that they have arrested the suspects. I saw the suspects and they told me what happened.

“We took her to a psychiatric hospital. They tested her and did everything. Wherever we went, the NYSC followed us on the matter. An NYSC official reported the issue to the headquarters. If we allow this matter to die, they will do the same thing to other female corps members. That is why I decided to come to FIDA,” he explained.

The state Commissioner of Police, Joseph Mukan, said the matter was under investigation.

“Yes, we refer to this issue, but the matter has not reached my desk. I believe it is still under investigation,” Mukan stated.

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2020/09/two-rivers-pastors-arrested-for-rping.html

Edo Election: Gun-wielding policemen and soldiers take over INEC office

There is heavy presence of security personnel at the Benin City office of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) along Ramat Park.

The electoral umpire had moved back to its permanent office after vacating the premises to a rented apartment along Sapele Road as a result of flooding.

Two Armoured Personnel Carriers (APCs) were stationed before and after the office while traffic is being diverted to follow one lane.

Gun-wielding policemen and soldiers were sighted on the premises.

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2020/09/edo-2020-security-takes-over-inec-office.html

Rashford beats Ighalo to win Man U Goal of the Season award

Odion Ighalo has missed out on winning the Manchester United Goal of the Season award after it was claimed by Marcus Rashford.

The 31-year-old Nigerian has been at Old Trafford since January, on loan from Chinese Super League outfit Shanghai Shenhua, scoring five goals in 19 competitive games.

He started on each occasion when he scored and his best strike came in a 5-0 bashing of LASK in the first leg of the Europa League Round of 16.

The former Watford man received a lovely ball from fellow January signing Bruno Fernandes in the 28th minute and brilliantly controlled the ball, first with his right foot, and then switching to his left, before sending in a powerful volley beyond the reach of Alexander Schlager in goal for LASK.

The precision and technique of the goal illustrated Ighalo at his best, but it could not win him the best goal of the campaign with Rashford ultimately taking it in a poll conducted on the Manchester United website.

Rashford had a storming season for the Red Devils until a back injury befell him in January, which prompted the temporary purchase of Ighalo from China.

The England forward was, however, able to recover from his injury after the resumption of football from lockdown restrictions caused by the coronavirus pandemic.

Rashford’s award-winning goal came in an EFL Cup fourth-round tie against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on October 30, 2019.

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2020/09/rashford-beats-ighalo-to-win-manchester.html

It’s tough to move on when a marriage crashes -Toyin Abraham reveals

Toyin Abraham is undoubtedly one of the most popular actresses in Nigeria at the moment. The award-winning role interpreter, who is married to Kolawole Ajeyemi, and blessed with a baby boy, Ire, recently shared a few thoughts on the institution of marriage.

In a video she shared on her YouTube channel and monitored by Saturday Beats, the ‘Alakada’ star noted that marriage had no manual, adding that what worked for a person might not work for another. She said, “I want everyone to know there is no manual for marriage and we are not going to get married to the same man.

 Even if we get married to the same person, we don’t have the same attitude. Marriage counsellors will only tell you the things necessary in life.

 We must be patient. My husband is Kola but I cannot tell you how to live with your own man― someone I have not lived with. Even a man that marries more than one wife would not treat them the same way. The way the wives relate to their husband will also be very different. 

I cannot tell you about marriage but the two things I can tell you will help you not only in your marriage but in your relationship right now.

“You need to be patient (because) sometimes, our husbands can be annoying. To stay married, your patience must be topnotch. Secondly, you have to respect your man. I am an African woman and I am also educated though I might not be as learned as some people.

 You have to respect your man. Lastly, your marriage has to come first. These are the things that are important even while relating with other people. I usually tell people that marriage is very sensitive. Sometimes, when marriages crash and people advise the couple to ‘move on’, they think it is very easy to move on. You think it is easy? Marriage is deeper than what a lot of people out there think. You need to be submissive and respect your husband. 

I cannot say much about marriage because it does not come with a manual. I might marry a particular man and he might behave badly to me and another person could marry the same man and he might be good to her. I am still young in marriage but what has been working for me is that I respect and honour my husband.”

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2020/09/there-is-no-manual-for-marriage-we-must.html

Nigeria records 221 new cases of COVID-19, total now 56,956

Nigeria now has 56,956 confirmed Covid-19 cases, with 221 new cases recorded on Friday night.

According to a tweet from the Nigeria Center for Disease Control, NCDC, 48,305 patients have now been discharged, with 1,094 patients losing their lives to Coronavirus.

The tweet revealed that Lagos State had the highest number of infections on Friday night with 59 cases, with Abia State following with 46 cases. The Federal Capital Territory was next, recording 22 cases

Other states recorded as follows:

Gombe-20 Plateau-17 Rivers-11 Bauchi-7 Benue-6 Ekiti-6 Imo-6 Kaduna-4 Kwara-4 Ondo-4 Ogun-3 Osun-3 Bayelsa-1 Edo-1 Kano-1.

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2020/09/nigeria-records-221-new-cases-of-covid.html

“Being told I am beautiful at the age of 5 got into my head” - Bolanle Olukanni

Nigerian documentary filmmaker and television personality, Bolanle Olukanni has revealed that when she was very little, remarks by people about her beauty carried her away.

Bolanle Olukanni took to her Instagram page to write about her personal life, she recounted how being told that she is beautiful when she was 5 and how it got into her head.

She wrote;

''With an increasingly growing obsession on physical looks, its easy to get sucked in and completely depend on your physical looks for self validation. I told someone a story yesterday- When I was really young -like 5 years old… I was the cutest thing. Lol yup. Everyone told me.

It was my identity -even as a 5 year old. I knew it . Carried it on my head. So I got to 7 and of course I wasn’t a cute like a baby. I remember thinking why don’t people tell me I am cute anymore??!!!! I was so bothered and upset by it. Thankfully my parents noticed and I had older sisters who really had a lot more going for them asides from physical validation. I began to become more rounded as a person and I was able to grow into my teenage years not overly obsessed about my looks. My self- confidence also came from knowing who I am as a Child of the Most high. Ultimately this is where that confidence comes from. This life will ask you to validate yourself based on things , where you are from , how you talk , how you achieve – if you constantly answer , you will be running upandan. So stop 🛑 . Get your confidence from the creator. God made you . That’s the only opinion that matters 💥💥💥 #godovereverything''

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2020/09/being-told-i-am-beautiful-at-age-of-5.html

Visa ban: Nigeria slams US, UK, says move disrespectful

The Nigerian government said it was disrespectful to the sovereignty of the country for any foreign government to apply punitive measures such as visa ban on its citizens.

The Nigerian government made this known in a statement issued by Mr Ferdinand Nwonye, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Friday in Abuja.

Nigeria was responding to the recent announcement of the U.S. and the United Kingdom to impose visa restrictions on those who undermine electoral processes.

The Nigerian government said it was disrespectful to the sovereignty of the country for any foreign government to apply punitive measures such as visa ban on its citizens.

The Nigerian government made this known in a statement issued by Mr Ferdinand Nwonye, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Friday in Abuja.

Nigeria was responding to the recent announcement of the U.S. and the United Kingdom to impose visa restrictions on those who undermine electoral processes.

“They have also expressed their intentions to take punitive measures against those who decide to, in what they termed as, undermine democracy.

“It is important to highlight that the responsibility for the conduct of elections in Nigeria solely resides with the Independent National Electoral Commission and State Independent Electoral Commissions.

“The Federal Government, and especially the President, is committed to providing all necessary logistic, financial and security support to the electoral process.

“The President has continually urged all parties and contestants to peacefully conduct themselves before, during and after the elections, and supported patriotic non-governmental initiatives such as the Abdusalami Abubakar-led Peace Committee.

source https://www.ladunliadinews.com/2020/09/visa-ban-nigeria-slams-us-uk-says-move.html