Hundreds of birds found dead in Rome after NewYear fire works

Hundreds of birds were found dead in the Italian capital on New Year's Eve after many people burst fireworks to celebrate the new year. They are said to have suffered from heart attacks as a result of the fireworks.

The footage and pictures from the streets near the main train station and several other locations in Rome showed bodies of hundreds of these little birds. The animal rights groups came forth to call it a massacre and blamed it on the fireworks.

Though the cause of their death was not apparent, the International Organisation for the Protection of Animals (OIPA) said that it was related to the loud display of fireworks in the leafy locality of the city where the birds roosted.

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Tragedy as Bride-to-be dies 3 hours to her wedding in Katsina

A supposed day of joy turned sorrow as Fatima Hassan Fari, a bride-to-be died three hours to her wedding in Funtua Local Government Area of Katsina State.

According to reports, the lady died in the morning around 7am on Saturday while the wedding was scheduled to kick off 10am on the said day.

She was buried at 2:pm same Saturday, according to Islamic rites.

Friends and family members have taken to Facebook to mourn her death.

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Balogun market shifts resumption till Jan. 11

The Caretaker Management Committee of Balogun market, Lagos Trade Fair Complex, has shifted its resumption, earlier scheduled for Jan. 4, till Jan. 11, for security reasons.

Mr Leonard Ogbonnia, the Secretary of the committee, said in a statement on Sunday, in Lagos, that it would be risky to reopen the market, earlier closed on Dec. 24 for the Christmas holidays, on the stated date because of the security situation in the market.

A committee, led by Mr Anslem Dunu, was inaugurated to manage the affairs of the multi-billion-Naira market for three months; pending an election that would usher in new executives.

Ogbonnia noted that reopening the complex, as earlier scheduled, may endanger the lives and property of members, and hence the shift in dates.

“Regrettably, I wish to inform us that the security reports reaching the office of the caretaker committee on a daily basis are threatening, alarming and unpalatable to the original plans to reopen on Jan. 4, 2021.

“Obviously, non-opening of other neighbouring markets within the trade fair complex until Jan. 11, will equally add to security porosity of our own complex, if opened.

“The committee having weighed all options, merits and demerits, therefore, came to a decision to reopen the market on Jan. 11, to enable it to address the lurking dangers.

“We passionately regret all inconveniences this change may cause some individuals and humbly appeal to such individuals to also consider the importance of taking preventive security measures,” he said.

He said that the committee wished to reassure the market community of its readiness to serve and make the place better for business to thrive.

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Oluwo to rehabilitate repentant thugs, offers scholarships

The Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrasheed Akanbi, has vowed to sensitise, rehabilitate, and turn youths particularly those that are socially tagged as thugs in Iwoland to positive agents of the society.

The popular monarch also charged the repentant thugs to channel their strength and wisdom to sustain peace in Nigeria.

According to Oluwo, efforts are in top gear to commit a special fund for proper rehabilitation and reintegration of the youths in the community.

He noted that most of them involve in criminality because they either feel not being catered for or being used and abandoned by politicians.

The monarch, while addressing the repentant thugs and their leaders who are from the Iwo community and its environs in his palace, advocated for peace, saying: “The society that bred miscreants over the years has the responsibility to refine them and make them useful for themselves.

“I consider youth engagement as part of my social contribution to ensure that youths, particularly those that are socially tagged as thugs, are sensitised, rehabilitated, and turned to positive agents of the society.

“We are going to give them scholarships. If they want to learn trades, we will empower them. The era of raising thugs for destructive purposes is gone. The era is dead. I want to give promoters of thuggery in Iwoland a red card.

“Most of them thrive in criminality because they either feel not being catered for, some leaders in the past disappointed them. I believe they can still be useful, especially for the security of this country. We have to change and rehabilitate the people we tag as thugs.

“It is the society that bred them. The problem did not just start now. So we have to dialogue with them, and we have made up our mind to invest in them. We want to change those bad eggs to become good eggs.

“We have to avert what happened during the #EndSARS protests when property belonging to people was destroyed. You can imagine, one of the illustrious sons of this town, his property that was built over the years, even before he ventured into politics was destroyed. We don’t want that to happen again,” Oluwo said.

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Nigerians reacts as Gov. Dapo Abiodun shows off new look

The new-look of Ogun state Governor, Dapo Abiodun has generated mixed reactions on social media especially Twitter.

Abiodun through his official Twitter page @dabiodunMFR, shared his new year message unveiling his new look.

“The past year came with its own challenges, but we are grateful we have renewed hopes for a better New Year 2021. The Ogun State Government remains committed to good governance and productive investments in critical sectors.” He tweeted.

In 2020, Abiodun adorned different face masks to occasions with many not suspecting his new look.

The past year came with its own challenges, but we are grateful we have renewed hopes for a better New Year 2021.

The Ogun State Government remains committed to good governance and productive investments in critical sectors. pic.twitter.com/glpFLVAryj

— Prince Dr. Dapo Abiodun - MFR (@dabiodunMFR) January 1, 2021

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Barcelona dressing room tears apart as Messi and Ter Stegen reportedly fought

Lionel Messi, has reportedly clashed with goalkeeper, Marc-Andre ter Stegen as the crisis in the club’s dressing room reaches a boiling point, according to Diaro Gol.

This is not the first time Messi and the German shot-stopper have fallen out at Barcelona as they have had issues in the past as well.

According to the newspaper, the Argentine superstar and the goalkeeper have had a massive bust-up that has seen their relationship falling out completely.

The Spanish newspaper said that the reason for their fight is because Messi had opted for Keylor Navas as his first choice during the voting for the FIFA The Best awards.

Messi went on to choose Bayern Munich’s Manuel Neuer and Atletico Madrid’s Jan Oblak as his second and third choices.

This was rather seen as quite a shocking choice of votes from the South American superstar who generally always voted for his teammates.

And his decision of snubbing Marc-Andre ter has not gone down well with the goalkeeper.

Diaro Gol reports that Ter Stegen has even reconsidered his future at the club despite renewing his contract with the club recently.

Ter Stegen has now reportedly put a hold on his autobiography movie, with the reason being that he wants his movie to be made next season when Messi is expected to leave Camp Nou.

It is certain that Messi will leave the club next summer, however, as of now, there seems to be no offer.

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Napoli to fine Osimhen after breaching coronavirus protocol during birthday party

Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen may be facing a fine of up to two weeks’ wages by his club Napoli after a video of his birthday emerged on social media.

Osimhen tested positive for Covid-19 on Friday, a few days after attending a birthday party organized in his honor.

According to an Italian newspaper, Italy24news, the Super Eagles forward was seen in a video dancing without a mask, while his guests also broke Covid-19 protocols.

The said video angered the Napoli manager Gennaro Gattuso and the Napoli fans who believed he acted irresponsibly.

Napoli is not happy with the footballer who has now tested positive for Covid 19 after failing to comply with the rules imposed by the club.

Meanwhile, the club also confirmed that Osimhen was not in contact with the rest of his team mates and was asymptomatic.

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US marks new record of 277,000 Covid cases in 24 hours

The United States on Saturday saw its highest number yet of coronavirus cases recorded in one day, with more than 277,000 infections.

The hardest-hit country in the world by the pandemic, the United States has marked 20.4 million cases overall and just under 350,000 deaths.

Infections have been surging in recent months, with top US government scientist Anthony Fauci warning just days after Christmas that the worst of the pandemic may be yet to come, driving the country to a "critical point" as holiday travel spreads the virus.

The country has floundered in its efforts to quell Covid-19, with its vaccination programme beset by logistical problems and overstretched hospitals.

More than 4.2 million people in the US have already received their first jabs, with 13 million doses distributed, but that falls well behind the 20 million inoculations that President Donald Trump's administration promised by the end of 2020.

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Larry King hospitalised after contracting Covid-19

U.S. talk show host Larry King, who hosted “Larry King Live” for 25 years on CNN, has been hospitalised with Covid-19.

CBS News, quoting a source close to him reported that King has been admitted to Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles.

King is 87 years old.

CBS News said King has had a number of health issues in recent years, including suffering a near-fatal stroke in May 2019.

Last year, his son, Andy King, and his daughter, Chaia King, died within weeks of each other.

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Ogunbodede, Akeredolu’s aide dies in auto crash

Tosin Ogunbodede, the Chief of Protocol to Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State, has died in an auto crash along the Ilesha-Akure Expressway.

It was gathered that the accident that occurred on Saturday night also claimed the life of his driver.

The duo were rushed to the Wesley Guild Hospital, Ilesa where they were said to have been confirmed dead.

Another occupant of the car whose identity is not known yet was said to be in a critical condition.

Ogunbodede, a lawyer and former staff of Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo, was appointed as Chief of Protocol, COP, by Ondo Governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu on assumption of office in 2017.

Ogunbodede’s death has shocked many people, who have flooded his Facebook page to pour lamentations.

Wrote Folake Bambgboye: “Nooo, tell me it’s a dream. Tomisin it’s not true. Pls Someone to wake up from my dream. Ooh Death where is thy Sting.

“This is too much for me to bear o.

“God help me, keep and protect the family he left behind.

“Am dazed.,Jeeeeesusss, have Mercy.”

“It isn’t true. Or is it?”, asked a dazed Tunde imolehin.

Samson Arekete also lamented:”We are deeply shocked and saddened!”.

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Nigeria records 576 new Covid-19 cases, total now 89,163

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has recorded 576 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of infections in the country to 89,163.

The NCDC disclosed this on its official Twitter handle on Saturday.

“On the 2nd of January 2021, 576 new confirmed cases and 8 deaths were recorded in Nigeria.

“Till date, 89163 cases have been confirmed, 74789 cases have been discharged and 1302 deaths have been recorded in 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.

“The 576 new cases are reported from 15 states- Lagos (277), FCT (90), Oyo (51), Nasarawa (49), Sokoto (23), Anambra (14), Bauchi (11), Imo (11), Kano (11), Edo (10), Plateau (10), Ogun (9), Osun (5), Jigawa (3), and Rivers (2).

“Our discharges today include 287 community recoveries in Lagos State and 60 community recoveries in Plateau State managed in line with guidelines.,” the NCDC said.

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Paternity scandal: FCMB releases statement...

The Board of First City Monument Bank, on Saturday, says it is investigating its Managing Director, Mr Adam Nuru, over allegations of unethical conduct involving a former employee, Ms Moyo Thomas.

The bank made this known in a statement released on Saturday titled, ‘Official Statement -Media Stories Regarding Our Managing Director’.

The statement below...

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Mexican doctor hospitalized after receiving Covid-19 vaccine

Mexican authorities said they are studying the case of a 32-year-old female doctor who was hospitalized after receiving the Pfizer-BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine.

The doctor, whose name has not been released, was admitted to the intensive care unit of a public hospital in the northern state of Nuevo Leon after she experienced seizures, difficulty breathing and a skin rash.

“The initial diagnosis is encephalomyelitis,” the Health Ministry said in a statement released on Friday night. Encephalomyelitis is an inflammation of the brain and spinal cord.

The ministry added that the doctor has a history of allergic reactions and said that there is no evidence from clinical trials that anyone has developed an inflammation of the brain after the vaccine’s application.

The country began distributing the first round of Covid-19 vaccines to healthcare workers on Dec. 24.

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Crossover arrest: Sowore embarks on hunger strike in detention

SaharaReporters’ publisher Omoyele Sowore has commenced an indefinite hunger strike, a day after he was whisked away and taken into custody by operatives of the Nigeria police.

Recall the rights activist was arrested alongside other citizens in the wee hours of New Year’s Day, during a crossover gathering in Abuja to protest widespread poverty and rights abuses.

Mr. Sowore, who was apparently injured during his forceful arrest by police officers embarked on a hunger strike Saturday, to protest the police’s refusal to grant him access to his books, SaharaReporters is reporting.

Police authorities did not explain reasons for the decision. The Force has yet to file charges against the activist and his detained colleagues who are being held at Abattoir.

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I didn’t have s.e.x with Osinbajo - American p.o.r.n star speaks

New York-based n3de dancer, Symba aka ‘SymbasErothick,’ has cleared the air on a purported s3xual affair with Nigeria’s Vice-president Yemi Osinbajo.

The curvy model had been pictured with Mr. Osinbajo in 2018, the outcome of which stirred up controversy and raised questions about the politician’s moral integrity as a part-time clergyman.

Speaking on Clubhouse, an online platform for casual, drop-in audio conversations, the American stripper denied having an illicit affair with the Nigerian vice-president.

Symba, who currently runs a s3x toy boutique and frequently posts p3rn videos of herself, however, relished the idea of making acquaintance with Mr. Osinbajo if presented the opportunity.

The prominent p3rn star’s conversation on Clubhouse was shared on Twitter.

“Pictures could be taken out of proportion,” she said. “And that for example was something that was taken wholy out of proportion.”

She, however, said of her interest in the Nigerian vice-president: “If anybody has his number, you can pass it to me.”

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Nicki Minaj shares first PHOTOS of her son

Nicki Minaj’s baby boy is ready for his closeup!

On Saturday, the rapper, 38, shared new photos of her 3-month-old son, whom she shares with husband Kenneth Petty, giving fans their first look at his face.

“#PapaBear thank you so very much for choosing me to be your mama 🎀🦄🙏 ,” she captioned a loving tribute, which included photos of her newborn lounging in adorable outfits and designer onesies. In one sweet snap, her baby even wore a “Papa Bear” necklace, in a nod to her affectionate nickname for him.

“Wishing you guys a happy & prosperous New Year. Thank you for your love & support throughout this journey. It’s meant so much to me. Becoming a mom is by far the most fulfilling job I’ve ever taken on,” she added. “Sending love to all the superhero mothers out there. Big hugs to all the women who have been pregnant during this challenging time.”

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Why I don’t like acting romantic roles –Shan George

Actress, Shan George, is undoubtedly a beautiful woman. The 50-year-old role interpreter is admired by many and lots of actors would not mind playing romantic roles with her. 

However, the outspoken thespian told Saturday Beats that she did not like taking such roles. She said, “One of the most awkward movie roles I have had was acting as a mermaid. It was very challenging because I was trying to be something that I didn’t know and something I had never seen. How does a mermaid laugh or express anger?

“Also, I am not comfortable with romantic roles. Playing romantic roles has never been my strong suit. It is one of the roles that have never gone down well with me.

 I just do it because it is my job. I think I am not comfortable with it because I am not a very romantic person. The thought of holding someone that is not mine is weird. I am a typical village woman, so I have some funny thoughts about it. I am not saying it is a bad thing or that people should not take such roles but I am just not comfortable with it. But, I like to watch others do it. When it comes to acting, everyone has their areas of specialty.”

George also maintained that she did not consider any of her colleagues as a rival. She said, “I don’t have a rival in the industry and I have never had one. In every aspect of my life, I have never seen anyone as a rival. Instead, I see people as partners. Acting is not about who earns more. Earning much does not mean that one is bigger or in a better class than others. I treat all my jobs equally― whether I am paid as low as N50, 000 or as high as N1m. One’s attitude is what takes one far. Over the years, I have built relationships with some actors that would gladly feature in my movie, irrespective of what I can afford to give them.”

The mother of two who was recently engaged for the third time stated that she did not want to talk about her plans for marriage. “About my marriage, I don’t want to talk about it. I know people are happy about it, so we are happy together. Some things should not really be talked about. Also, I like to take my life one day at a time.”

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OMG! 16-year old girl calls out Ogun State Commissioner, accuses him of FONDLING HER BREASTS as she SEEKS JUSTICE

A 16-year-old girl, Barakat Mayowa, has accused the Ogun State Commissioner for Environment, Abiodun Abdul-Balogun, of sexual harassment which allegedly occurred at Ita Otu, Ogun Waterside Local Government Area of the state.

Mayowa recounted that the sexual harassment occurred on Thursday, December 31, in the commissioner’s apartment, where he allegedly fondled her breasts and muttered incantations while she screamed and struggled to free herself from his grip.

The victim, in her confession to the police at the Abigi Division, narrated that the commissioner’s aides lured her to his house and to his bedroom, after which the commissioner came in and bolted the door.

In the video recording, believably done by a police investigator and obtained by SaharaReporters, the victim, a Senior Secondary School 3 student, added that the commissioner allegedly caressed her body, while offering her money.

She said she resisted the money and screamed, before she was eventually allowed to go.

Mayowa said, “What transpired between me and honourable (the commissioner) is that on December 29, which was a Tuesday, I was on my way to register for my National Identity Number. So, I came across the man who happened to be a commissioner at the Waterside Park. I was with a friend.

“So, he called me and said he knew me from somewhere. I said no, he said, maybe I resembled someone he knew. He asked where I was living and I told him. Then I left. He sent a young man after me to get my number. I said no, that my father’s elder brother stays in the park and that he should get my number from him.

“There was another Austin, a friend, who teaches at a government grammar school. They know the guy. So, the guy gave them my number. It was the commissioner who sent them to get my number.

“On December 31, one Mr Lasisi came to my grandparents’ place in the area, and said he knew someone who needed a computer operator and asked if I knew how to operate a computer. I said yes. Then he said I should get dressed and that we would go together to the place.

“When we got there, it was the honourable’s house. A lady, Maryam Odunnuga, came to pick me and took me into a living room. Mr Austin now came out and asked me to come over to a room. The honourable now came inside and Mr Austin went outside immediately.”  

The teenager narrated further that the commissioner tried to entice her with money to get a chance to sleep with her but she resisted.

She said, “The honourable locked the door instantly and put the key in his pocket. So, he moved close to me and asked for the name of my school. He also asked for the amount I was paying as school fees, I replied by saying N30,000. He asked me who was paying my school fees, I told him my daddy. He said if I had thought of starting a business before going to school. 

“I said I wanted to go to a higher institution. Then he said if I would need some money now, how much would I need? I said, any amount. He said I should state an amount. He now moved closer and pressed (fondled) my breasts. So, I moved his hand away. He now said won’t I cooperate. He now started pressing (fondling) my breasts and my body.

“I was struggling to free myself from him. Then he started reciting some incantations. He wanted to touch my head. I now moved his hand away so that he should not touch my head. He now wanted to force me inside his bathroom.

“But I struggled with him and started shouting. He did not want people around his house to know what was going on. He now left me and gave him four, N500 notes, that is N2,000 as my transport fare. I rejected the money.

“He said if I didn’t collect the money, he would not let me go. So, I collected it. He now asked Austin to drop me in our house. I want Nigerians to help me to take up this matter against him. This had never happened to me in my life. Right now, I am so shocked. I had never been harassed like that in my life.” 

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Chimamanda Adichie speaks on why she stopped attending Catholic churches, says they are about money, fundraising

Award-winning Nigerian author, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has said Catholicism in Nigeria is about money, thanksgiving, and fundraising.

According to her, this is one of the other reasons that made her stop attending Catholic churches in Nigeria.

The 43-year-old novelist made this known during an interview with media personality, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu.

She, however, noted that she still considers herself a Catholic and only attends masses outside Nigeria when she comes across a “progressive” Catholic community that upholds humanity.

“I grew up as a Catholic. Catholicism was very important to me. It‘s almost like a culture, not just a religion. So even if you leave the Catholic Church, it’s in you.

“At the moment, I don’t like to talk about religion because I don’t know. There are so many rules about religion, It teaches you guilt in a way that I don’t think so many protestant denominations do.

“I’m Catholic, nominally but I do not attend it in Nigeria.

“Nigerian Catholicism is way too much about money, fundraising, and thanksgiving. Some in the east even look at who’s wearing gold. I think the focus of religion should be things Nigerian Catholicism doesn’t focus on.

“Culturally, I call myself a Catholic but if being religious means performing and going to confession, then I’m not.

“I go to church outside the country when I find a progressive Catholic Church,” Chimamanda added.

She, however, noted that she respects religion in general but questions some of its excesses.

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Horror as 20-year-old man cuts off private part of 6-year-old girl for ritual in Bauchi

The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a 20-year-old man for allegedly cutting off the private part of a six-year-old child for suspected ritual purposes.

The Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Ahmed Wakil, disclosed this in a statement made available to journalists in Bauchi on Friday.

He said when policemen received the complaint by the aunt of the victim, they swung into action and arrested the suspect while his accomplice is still at large.

He said, “On the 30th December, 2020 at about 7.20pm one Hafsatu Wada of Zango area of Jama’are LGA, reported at the Jama’are Police Station that her niece Safarau Mohammed (not real name) (6) of the same address was found crying in a pool of her blood.

“Upon the receipt of the complaint, a patrol team led by the DPO of the Jama’are Division visited the scene and rushed the victim to the General Hospital Jama’are. There, a Medical Doctor confirmed that her private part had been cut off with a sharp object.

“The victim was immediately referred to Federal Medical Center, Azare for more medical response.

“During investigation, One Adamu Ra’uf (20) of Gandu Jama’are was arrested. On interrogation, the suspect freely confessed to have conspired with one Abdulkadir Haladu of Chikamidari area of Jama’are to perpetrate the crime.

“The said Abdulkadir is currently at large but necessary measures are being put in place for his immediate arrest. Meanwhile, investigation is still on going.”

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