A kidnapper lost his life in the process of trying to take delivery of the ransom for his victim in Abobo village in Okehi Local Government Council of Kogi state.
The armed abductor was shot dead by Men of Okehi Local Government Professional Hunters around 5.23am on Tuesday, June 29th. According to reports, the three-man kidnap gang came from a hideout around Abobo area, behind Itakpe, metres from the highway.
As the hunters engaged the gang in a gun duel, killing one of them instantly, the remaining two sustained injuries but managed to escape.
The hunters eventually rescued the victims who were held captive in the area and reportedly combed the forest for the fleeing kidnappers.
The corpse of the slain man and a gun recovered have been handed over to the DPO in charge of Okehi division, Mr Ovanja Yakubu, for further investigation.
Chairman Of Okehi Local Government, Hon Abdulraheem Ohiare Ozovehe, who was present at the scene assured all Okehi citizens of his continued readiness to secure his domain and environs.
“My topmost priority as an Executive Chairman is to secure the lives and property of our Citizens,” said Hon Ohiare.
Hon Ohiare further appreciated Governor Yahaya Bello for providing necessary facilities to Okehi Local Government professional hunters in curbing crime within Okehi LG and Kogi State.
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More shocking facts have emerged about 21-year-old Chidinma Ojukwu who allegedly murdered Super TV CEO, Michael Ataga.
According to a report by Vanguard, family sources claim that the self-confessed suspect is not from a broken home as she insinuated, but reportedly disowned her family due to some misunderstanding she had with her widowed mother.
One of her siblings, identified simply as Chioma, told detectives that they lost their father when Chidinma was barely two years old. Her mother was said to have remarried but that her children were still with her.
Chidinma’s mother who presently resides in Mowe, Ogun State, reportedly told some of her relatives that she has not set her eyes on her for 10 years.
Close relatives stated that Chidinma was taken to to her Uncle’s house in Mushin after she was caught smoking when she was barely 11, and was reportedly thrown out of her uncle’s house again because of her smoking attitude.
Davido’s personal logistics manager, Israel DMW has issued a stern warning to his fans, followers and Nigerians in general.
In a post he shared on his Instastories, Israel told people to celebrate and give him his proverbial “flowers” when he is still alive.
According to him, anyone who didn’t celebrate him when he is alive shouldn’t show him fake love when he dies because they will die an instant death.
Israel’s post comes after the untimely demise of one of Davido’s crew members, Obama DMW, which has thrown the entire crew into a state of mourning. Obama reportedly died in a Lagos hospital after complaining of breathing difficulties.
He wrote,
“Celebrate me when am alive. Don’t start showing your fake social media love me, my family or Edo people when am no more. Ogun will kill you instantly.”
The Group Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation, Mele Kyari, has stated that the price of Premium Motor Spirit, petrol should be more than N280/litre at which Automotive Gas Oil, also known as diesel, is being sold.
According to Mele Kyari, smuggling of petrol from Nigeria had impacted negatively on the Nigerian oil sector but added that this would not lead to another closure of the borders.
He disclosed this on Tuesday during a Channels TV programme, where he noted that efforts were being made to curb smuggling.
The NNPC boss said although petrol evacuation by NNPC in Nigeria was currently about 60 million litres daily, the corporation was sure that consumption was not up to that volume.
He said organized smuggling was the reason for the huge consumption volume, stressing that the low petrol price of N162/litre was also an incentive for this.
Kyari said,
“Today we are paying N162/litre (for petrol). I am sure many people buy AGO (diesel) in the market and it is selling at N280/litre in the market today.
“So (there is) nowhere in the world diesel sells more expensive than PMS. That means that the price of petrol anywhere in the world, assuming you are going to sell it at the market, you are going to sell it above that price you have seen.”
On what the landing cost of petrol could be as of Tuesday, Kyari said the cost of the commodity at filling stations would be around N256 per litre, with lower price as its landing price.
“Today, from what I can remember, I checked the number two days ago; what would we sell if we are at the filling station today and recover our cost fully is around N256/litre,” he stated.
Kyari said the ongoing meetings between the government and the organised labour on petrol price had not been concluded and could drag beyond next July.
He explained that negotiations on the cost of petrol would have to be concluded to enable the government to effect a change in the cost of the commodity.
Popular Nigerian Comedian, Seyi Law, has tried reaching out to DMW Boss, Davido, following the tragic demise of his close friend and crew member, ObamaDMW.
Obama died on Wednesday at Ever-care hospital in Lekki, Lagos, a few hours after driving himself to the hospital, where he was admitted for treatment.
Reacting to this, Seyi Law wrote ;
David, I know you are seriously down and I have tried to reach you, bro. May God strengthen and comfort you. You are one of the most kind hearted human beings, I have met in my life and it is so sad to see you go through these pains.
Please guys, put @davido in your prayers. Obama was one of the good ones. May God rest his soul.
Nollywood actress, Tonto Dikeh and her former bestie, Bobrisky, were engaged in an online brawl last night as they threw subtle shades at each other.
The drama started when Tonto Dikeh unveiled her new man, Prince Kpokpogri, and Bobrisky took to his Instagram page to advise her to keep her relationship off social media.
Shortly afterwards, Tonto Dikeh shared a cryptic post on her Instagram page. She wrote, “A jealous friend may appear as a supportive demon. Be watchful!”
Although Tonto didn’t mention any names in the post, Bob took it as a direct shot at him for advising her. Thereafter, he slammed Tonto for throwing shades at him when she is still “owing” him N5 million.
Read his posts below,
Since Tonto Dikeh has blocked Bobrisky on Instagram, she couldn’t see his posts. However, concerned fans took it upon themselves to send her DMs of Bob’s accusation.
In reaction to this, Tonto who has kept mute about anything that concerns Bobrisky for months, said her attention is “very expensive”. According to her, she has invested so much in herself and wouldn’t ruin her growth because of a “pig”.
Popular Nigerian singer, Tiwa Savage is currently grieving the loss of a close friend, Habeeb Uthman better known as Obama DMW.
Taking to her official Instagram page the mother of one penned a touching tribute to Obama who died of suspected heart failure last night, June 29th.
The mother of one described Obama as a man with a brave heart, strong heart, soft heart, kind heart, pure heart and a peace maker.
Tiwa Savage who was rumoured to be an in amorous relationship with the deceased promised that she would ensure that his son finishes university and make his father proud.
Read her touching tribute below,
“Brave heart, strong heart, soft heart, kind heart, pure heart, peace maker, hot stepper, incoming politician, I know you’d want me to add “stylish” to this list but ummmm yeah lol (abi @mekkamillions @therealjaybreeze @traficbabz @elizabeth_elohor @tiwaayankoya make I add am?)
SOMEONE SAID THEY TRIED TO RUIN YOUR REPUTATION BUT YOU SAVED THEIRS BY NOT TELLING YOUR STORY
I’ve never met anyone as brave/strong as you who was also as soft and kind as you. I don’t know why my cheesy jokes always made you laugh, you were ready to take a bullet for your loved ones.
44 my black president, you chilling now, resting well, away from this cruel world
All your boys are a wreck, I’m sure you see them all crying like babies. You better tell them to be strong men
I’m allowed to cry, I’m a girl so don’t try to console me, I won’t listen to you anyway. I really don’t know what you were trying to prove sha, by leaving like this. It is so unlike you.
This isn’t the end, that thing you and I always talked about. I PROMISE I WILL DO IT and you will be proud. We are only burying your body today cause your beautiful spirit can never be contained in that sand and don’t worry we got @manlikeabdul_omw He must finish university or imma whoop his behind
I LOVE YOU, WE LOVE YOU HABEEB…Till we meet again KING 🕊🕊🕊
Ike Onyema has taken to his social media page to lambasted fake people mourning the death of Davido’s close friend, Obama DMW.
According to the former Big Brother housemate, people who did not use to comment on Obama DMW’s post but are now all up in his comment section mourning are fake a-holes.
His post reads ;
If you don’t comment or like obama’s post on a normal day And you go ahead commenting now or posting his pictures
F*ck you!
Fake a-holes everywhere .
Keep your fake love
Fast-rising Nigerian singer, Bella Shmurda has taken to social media to celebrate as he signs out from Lagos State University (LASU)
The vision 2020 crooner took to his Insta-stories to celebrate the latest feat, he shared videos of him celebrating with his mates while they took turns to sign on shirt.
“Four years in LASU is really nothing…but I don do my own comot”, he wrote in a subsequent post.
The excited soon to be graduate also shared throwback photos as a fresh man in school before he rose to stardom.
See his posts below,
Bella, whose real name is Akinbiyi Abiola Ahmed, rose to prominence with the release of the song “vision 2020”, and a follow up remix which featured Nigeria rapper Olamide.
Meanwhile he recently joined the growing list of Benz owners in Nigeria, and he is so proud about the achievement.
He took delivery of the luxury ride few weeks ago, June 8th, Congrats to him.
Popular Actress, Mercy Johnson keeps dishing out couple-goals related content on her social media page and her fans absolutely love it.
The movie star is never shy when it comes to showing off her goofy side with her family, and she did just that in a recent video she shared.
In the video, her Hubby, Prince Okojie, was trying to work on some contracts but Mercy would have none of that, because the kids were asleep and she’d rather they did something else.
She shared the video with the caption ;
MCM …..kids were asleep and Oga wan select contract, i am like how?
Augustine Izu, a final year student of the University of Benin (UNIBEN) has been reportedly shot dead by unknown gunmen.
It was gathered that Izu was shot dead in his compound on Tuesday, June 29th few hours after his final paper and sign out.
The gunmen attacked the fresh Political Science graduate in his house located in Ugbowo, Edo State.
According to reports, Augustine Izu died on the spot but his friend Walter Emeka who was also shot in the arm by the masked men survived and rushed to the hospital where he is receiving treatment.
In other news, a tragic incident occurred at the Federal College of Education in Pankshin community of Plateau, as a final year student of the institution was killed by lightning.
The 27-year-old student of the Social Studies/Music Department identified as Ponyak Danladi, was killed by a lightning strike at Agric gate while heading home after an exam.
He was reportedly sitting for his final examination in National Certificate in Education (NCE) before the sad incident occurred. The corpse of the deceased has been deposited at the Pankshin General Hospital.
Popular Nigerian singer, Tobechukwu Victor Okoh better known as Peruzzi, has shared more details about how Davido’s associate, Obama DMW died.
The DMW signee in an Instagram chat with a friend revealed he was with Obama yesterday morning with the other DMW crew who came to see Davido off.
According to him, Obama woke up and was complaining of having difficulties breathing, he drove himself to the hospital and was shocked to receive the news of his death moments later.
An heartbroken Peruzzi stated that he quit smoking and alcohol as he speculates that it might have been the cause of Obama’s death.
In his words,
“I was with him this morning. He was eating rice in the studio cus we all gathered there to spend time with David before he left. Obama left me there at past 2am and I left there by past 3.
“Woke up and he was complaining of breathing difficulties. His arteries stopped pumping and he couldn’t breathe again. He walked into the hospital by himself!”
“I’m done with this cigarettes and alcohol on God!!!!’
A video of late Delta lawmaker, Kenneth Ogba dancing at a function shortly before he died has surfaced on the internet.
It can be recalled that Hon Kenneth Edafe Ogba, member representing Isoko South 1 Constituency in the Delta State House of Assembly reportedly slumped and died on Sunday, June 27th.
It was gathered that he slumped and died during a meeting with members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in his constituent.
Watch video below,
Meanwhile, the Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, in a statement expressed grief over Ogba’s sudden death.
The statement reads,
“I’m totally devastated over the sudden demise of a dedicated member of the Delta State House of Assembly, Hon Kenneth Ogba. It is really hard to believe that Hon Ogba is no more. His death is one too many and a very big blow to the House. He came to the House with a high spirit and very determined to learn and make a good representation of his people.
“I have lost a friend and a brother. His death is not only a huge loss to the House but also a personal loss to me. We are sorely going to miss him. My heart goes out to his family, friends, associates and others he left behind. May God give all of us the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss and grant his gentle soul eternal rest”.
Popular Nigerian singer, Peruzzi has reacted to the death of Davido’s aide and close friend, Obama DMW.
Obama reportedly died moments ago at an hospital in Lagos where he was admitted for treatment after he complained of having difficulties breathing.
However, DMW signee, Peruzzi who is still in shock of the news stormed Obama’s Instagram page asking him to stop playing and reply his messages.
Taking to the comment section of Obama’s last post, Peruzzi wrote,
“Stop playing … Stop… Guy
YOU BETTER REPLY AND STOP PLAYING WITH ME THIS GUY”
He also shared an heartbroken smiley expressing his grief on his Insta-stories and wrote, “Lord have mercy”.
Several other celebrities and fans have also taken to the comment section of his last post to mourn the sad loss. His last post on his Instagram story was just 6 hours ago.
Obama DMW whose real name is Habeeb Uthman (born January 29), until his death, was a leading Nigerian entertainment executive and artiste manager. He was highly affiliated with the Davido Music Worldwide family and 30 Billion Gang.
Davido’s close friend and associate, Obama DMW has sadly passed away.
Obama was seemingly healthy just few hours ago so it has come as a shocking news to Davido’s camp.
In a video that is still on his Instagram Story, the late Obama is seen having a good time in the studio with David… little did anyone know it would be the last moment.
According to reports, he had complained of having breathing difficulties and drove himself to the hospital, where he was admitted for treatment. Unfortunately, he died a few hours later.
Sources reveal his corpse has been deposited in the mortuary and will be buried tomorrow, June 30
Nigerian crossdresser, James Brown has taken to social media to appreciate his friends for supporting him through the years.
The internet celebrity shared photos with his friends all dressed in sexy sleep wears, while he narrated how each of them have proved their loyalty and supported his career.
In a lengthy Instagram post, he wrote,
“The true Definitely of My Friends……People Don’t Understand Friends. A Lot Of People say’s James you have friends, you keep friends around and trust me I truly appreciate my friends for being supportive , love, understanding that they’ve showed to me. Most of my friends has been helping me behind the scenes for a very long time.
“Special appreciations to @kingyinkosh that we went to the prison together,get to know each other,he supported and stood by me while some of my prison Mates were being avoiding me and hated me for expressing myself.
Friends like @everything_pman that support you with Finances never let you down always gotten your back supporting your brand even though when he knows we are friends he will still say James there is no friendships is business!!!!
Bestie mi of life @tobithecreator_ my sister my twin 👯♀️ always there for me any day anytime. I LOVE YA BIRRRCH
FYI: Money Can buy everything but not a LOYAL FRIENDS LIKE @tobithecreator_ @everything_pman @kingyinkosh
But try to understand humans & don’t expect so much in order not to be Disappointed….
LOVE YOU 😍 GIRLS #BG”.
Davido’s world has yet again been shattered following the loss of his close friend, Obama DMW.
According to sources, he died of suspected heart failure.
Celebrities and fans have trooped to his comment section his last post to mourn the sad loss.
His last post on his Instagram story was just 6 hours ago.
Obama DMW whose real name is Habeeb Uthman (born January 29), until his death, was a leading Nigerian entertainment executive and artiste manager. He was highly affiliated with the Davido Music Worldwide family and 30 Billion Gang.
Popular Nollywood actress, Tonto Dikeh has advised her fans and followers on the kind of people they should be mindful of.
The mother of one in a recent Instagram post stated that there are “jealous demons” who parade themselves as angels, so it’s important to be mindful of such people.
According to her, these jealous demons are enemies who pretend to be your friend.
Taking to a official Instagram page, she wrote, “A jealous demon may appear as a supportive angel, be watchful. Be GUARDED MY PEOPLE”
In other news, Tonto Dikeh has taken to social media to lambaste Shade Ladipo, after the media personality said the Actress have learnt nothing from her past failed relationships.
Tonto did not appreciate Shade’s words and in reaction berated the media personality. She stated that Shade loves her like she claims she should pray for her and not tell her how to live her life.
Congratulations are in order for a physically challenged lady, Precious Nnagboro, who recently bagged a BSC from a prestigious Nigerian university despite being an orphan.
It was gathered that Precious, an orphan lost dad in 2004 when she was in Jss2 and her mum died years later, when she was in 100 level on the day of her matriculation.
According to Grace who shared her story on LinkedIn, she met Precious when she was in her final year and was impressed by her strong will to succeed despite being an orphan and an only child.
Grace noted that Precious’ life is a lesson to everyone that anything is possible with God. Meanwhile, the inscription on Precious’ sign out shirt reads, “No papa. No mama. God did it!”.
The microbiology graduate in an interview with BBC shared the challenges she faced as an orphan and a physically challenged young lady, while in school.
She noted that due to her condition some of her classmates never wanted to have anything to do with her.
Nollywood actress, Dorcas Shola-Fapson has joined the league of celebrities who own a Range Rover!
The actress recently splashed millions of naira on a brand new Range Rover and has taken to social media to show off the new ride.
She shared photos and videos which captured the moment she was ripping off the nylon from the vehicle. Her bestfriend, Timini Egbuson, was also there to celebrate with her.
She captioned the post,
“Get me lit” just put me on the range list 🥰
@_timini stays being the best hypeman 😩❤️”
Nollywood actor, Yomi Fabiyi has taken to his Instagram page to express disappointment at netizens who insult elderly people on social media.
His post comes after the leadership of TAMPAN were lambasted on social media for suspending Iyabo Ojo and threatening to work against Nkechi Blessing in the entertainment industry.
In reaction to the insults, Yomi stated that anyone who treats the culture of respect in an industry with disdain is a curse. According to him, there is no doubt that those insulting the leaders of TAMPAN have been insulting their parents at home.
He also wrote,
“In serious matters particularly with criminal undertone, stop relying on your own discretion, jungle justice, social media or emotions. Inform law enforcement, your lawyer and trust them to handle it.
The COURT of LAW is a different ball game. Social Media and comment section easily follow the narrative the person posting want to play in people’s head and that will keep giving the politicians reasons to want to cage this vital tool aiding our freedom of expression. Don’t give them that chance.
Always think outside the box, pay attention to details and see the bigger picture on anything posted, remember PEACE, SECURITY and HUMAN RIGHTS of others before posting or act otherwise. The LAW is sacrosanct. Arrogance of ignorance displayed on social media ends there, it doesn’t affect the position of the law especially in the court of law. These folks swore to protect the constitution not social media opinion. If social media opinion go in the direction of the law, good for the society. DO THE RIGHT THING, STAND BY WHAT IS RIGHT.
It is a career built offline that social media will love, it is fame getting consistency offline that gets relevant online. Over addiction and reliance on social media is making so many people reckless and don’t care what they throw or say online on serious issues. Use the LIBRARY(Online and Offline).
Don’t forget, no matter how small your interaction is with anybody, never let your manners slip, it may cost you nothing but can earn you a lot. CULTURE OF RESPECT is crucial to the existence of some industries or institutions, you are a curse if you indulge it or find excuse for it for rubbishing it.
Before you copy my guts, ask from me personally. My one cent.”
The Federal government of Nigeria has arrested the leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu.
The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Mr. Abubakar Malami(SAN), announced this at a press conference in Abuja on Tuesday, June 29. Kanu was arrested in the UK and extradited to Abuja for trial on Sunday, June 27.
According to Malami, he was arrested by the collaborative effort of security agencies in Nigeria and Interpol. He further disclosed that Kanu would be taken before the Federal High Court in Abuja for the continuation of his trial on charges bordering on terrorism, treasonable felony, unlawful possession of firearms and management of an unlawful society.
Nnamdi had fled the country after a Federal High Court in Abuja granted him bail on health grounds in 2017. The Judge who granted him bail revoked it on March 28, 2019 and issued a Bench warrant for his arrest in any part of the country.
Months after accusing him of being a deadbeat father, singer, Lyta’s baby mama, Kemi has revealed their son will now officially bear her last name.
Recall that the 21-year-old mother of one recently called out her baby daddy, alleging that the young singer is not actively taking financial responsibility for the child they share, and has only spent N40,000 on the little boy since he was born.
However, days later she revealed he apologized and making conscious effort to make amends as he now calls her everyday.
In a new development Lyta’s baby mama Kemi Ayorinde stated that their son Aari is now fully hers and from henceforth would answer her last name.
According to her, Aari no longer bears his father’s last name “Lawal” but now officially bears her last name “Ayorinde”.
In her words,
“Aari Lawal officially becomes Aari Ayorinde, fully mine from now on”.